By David N. Bass Raleigh, NC – The Tar Heel state is third best in the nation for the growth of public charter schools during the pandemic, trailing only Texas and Florida, according to a new report by the National Alliance for…
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Unprecedented interest: Eric Andrews on the buzz surrounding Disney’s Asteria
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – Chatham County, particularly the town of Pittsboro, finds itself on the brink of a significant transformation with the recent announcement of Disney’s plan to establish the Asteria residential community within the parameters of Chatham…
Some NC school districts resist implementing Parents Bill of Rights
By Mary Summa Raleigh, NC – Across the state, county by county, school boards are grappling with how to comply with the new Parents’ Bill of Rights, SB49. The Parents’ Bill of Rights was passed to spell out all of…
In memoriam: Ronald Glenn Scott’s impact on Chatham Central High School
Bear Creek, NC – Ronald Glenn Scott, 86, of Bear Creek, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, December 8th, 2023. Ronald was born on November 12th, 1937 in Greensboro to Glenn and Virginia Scott. Just 8 years later,…
Pittsboro cancels 2023 Christmas parade
Pittsboro, NC – After consulting with the Pittsboro Police and Fire Department and the Pittsboro Town Emergency Management Office, the Town of Pittsboro has decided to cancel the 2023 Christmas parade due to the high risk of winds above 30…
In honor of Dr. George Lucier: Dedication of CCCC’s Sustainable Technologies Building
Pittsboro, NC – Central Carolina Community College has dedicated the Sustainable Technologies Building on the CCCC Chatham Main Campus in honor of Dr. George Lucier. An event to commemorate the naming took place on Wednesday, Nov. 29. Dr. Lucier has…
Chatham County Aging Services seeks nominations for 2nd annual “6 over 60” awards
Pittsboro, NC – The North Carolina State Demographer’s Office indicated that in 2023, Chatham County was home to the 8th-highest percentage of population over the age of 65 among 100 North Carolina counties. Last year’s “6 over 60” award winners…
Asteria: Where Disney magic meets Chatham County charm
Lake Buena Vista, Fl. – Storyliving by Disney announces plans for Asteria, a new residential community to be located in Chatham County, North Carolina. Inspired by the spirit of discovery, the Asteria community is being designed to encourage exploration of…
State Board of Education appeals panel to recommend closing School of the Arts for Boys Academy in Chatham County
By Greg Childress Pittsboro, NC – A State Board of Education appeals panel will recommend against allowing School of the Arts for Boys Academy (SABA) to continue to operate in Chatham County. School of the Arts for Boys Academy students.…
Hit-and-run incident along U.S. Highway 64 claims life of Siler City resident
Siler City, NC – The North Carolina State Highway Patrol says a 49-year-old pedestrian was fatally injured early Sunday morning in a hit-and-run accident in Chatham County. Diana Davis Johnson was fatally injured early Sunday morning in a hit-and-run accident…