By John Hood Raleigh, NC – In 2021, the North Carolina General Assembly enacted a budget that funded core state responsibilities, instigated critical repairs and renovations of government facilities, built up savings reserves, and slashed tax rates on personal and…
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Fighting for parental rights: The battle over Title IX in Chatham County Schools
By Amy Kappelman Pittsboro, NC – My name is Amy Kappelman and I am the founder and chair of Moms for Liberty in Chatham County. I intended to speak at the August 12 meeting, however, due to traffic delays caused…
Dr. Jackson announces key updates at August Chatham County School Board meeting
Pittsboro, NC – At the Chatham County School Board meeting on August 12, Superintendent Dr. Jackson provided a comprehensive update on the district’s preparations for the new school year. He discussed everything from staffing improvements and operational readiness to innovative…
Steady leadership earns Lee Roberts permanent chancellor role at UNC Chapel Hill
By Jeff Moore Chapel Hill, NC – The “interim” qualifier is no longer necessary in addressing the chancellor of the University of North Carolina (UNC) at Chapel Hill. The UNC Board of Governors voted Friday to elect Lee Roberts, serving…
Seaforth football coach focusing on building bonds and achieving success
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – As a new high school football season gets ready to kick off, Seaforth High School’s football coach, Terrance Gary, is entering his fourth year at the helm with a clear focus: building strong relationships…
Chatham County Deputy Herbie Stubbs elected President of NCASRO
Pittsboro, NC – Chatham County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Herbie Stubbs has been elected President of the North Carolina Association of School Resource Officers (NCASRO). With a long history of dedication to school safety and student well-being, Stubbs steps into this…
Inside Clemson Football: Insights from Dabo Swinney
By Gene Galin Charlotte, NC – Clemson football coach Dabo Swinney addressed numerous topics during his breakout session at the ACC Kickoff event on July 25, 2024. Swinney provided insights into the team’s strategy regarding the transfer portal, player retention,…
Three Guys from Pittsboro having lunch at The Broken Spit share hurricane tales
By Gene Galin Siler City, NC – As Hurricane Debby churned toward North Carolina, the three guys from Pittsboro sat down for lunch at The Broken Spit in Siler City to share memories of past storms, our experiences of community…
North Carolina DEQ moves to end vehicle emissions testing in most counties
By Brianna Kraemer Raleigh, NC – Vehicle emissions inspections are currently required in 19 North Carolina counties, but the NC Department of Environmental Quality could soon eliminate the requirement for almost every county in the state. Emission Testing by Nick…
Three Guys from Pittsboro having lunch chat about the Paris Olympics
By Gene Galin Siler City, NC – While the three guys from Pittsboro were having lunch at The Broken Spit, we dove into a spirited discussion about the Paris Olympics. Our conversation meanders through topics ranging from Olympic sports and…