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,…
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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…
Roy Cooper’s climate agenda would make housing less affordable in North Carolina
By Chris Millis Raleigh, NC – On July 25, Gov. Roy Cooper issued a press release on House Bill 488, legislation enacted into law nearly a year ago. In this statement, Cooper wrongfully alleges harmful effects while also mischaracterizing the purpose…
Chatham County Sheriff’s Office takes down drug dealer
Siler City, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at 1300 Oxford St, Siler City, on August 1, 2024, resulting in the arrest of Hugo Archila, a 39-year-old resident of the same address. Hugo Archila The…
Nominations being accepted for Chatham County’s 3rd annual “6 over 60” awards
Pittsboro, NC – Nominations are now being accepted by Chatham County Aging Services for the 3rd annual “6 over 60” Awards, which will be held Thursday, February 27, 2025, at the Pittsboro Center for Active Living. image from FreePik Since…
North Carolina only southern state to adopt Biden’s Title IX gender rules
By Brianna Kraemer Raleigh, NC – North Carolina is the only state in the south where President Joe Biden’s executive order changing the interpretation of Title IX took effect on Thursday, August 1. The gender rules rewrite expands sex-based discrimination…
Injured NC teen takes stand against Paris Olympics’ transgender boxers
By Theresa Opeka Raleigh, NC – A Cherokee County woman who has become an advocate for fairness in women’s sports is condemning the 2024 Paris Olympics for allowing biological men to compete in women’s boxing. Hiwassee Dam High School volleyball…
Miami dominates All-ACC preseason football team; Cam Ward picked 2024 preseason player of the year
Charlotte, NC – Led by Miami with five selections, nine Atlantic Coast Conference football programs had multiple players named to the 27-member 2024 All-ACC Preseason Football Team, it was announced on Thursday. In addition to earning a spot on the…