Charlotte, NC – The ACC Board of Directors voted today to formally admit the University of California, Berkeley (Cal), Southern Methodist University (SMU) and Stanford University to the Atlantic Coast Conference. Cal, SMU and Stanford will join the ACC as…
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13-year-old boy drowns at Jordan Lake over Labor Day weekend
Pittsboro, NC – In the wake of an unfortunate incident that occurred at Jordan Lake over the Labor Day weekend, Chatham County Sheriff Mike Roberson is emphasizing the critical importance of water safety and the use of life jackets. On…
Here are the Week 1 ACC Football Players of the Week
Charlotte, NC – The Atlantic Coast Conference Football Players of the Week have been recognized following their standout performances in last weekend’s games. The selections are determined by a vote of a select media panel. The following are this week’s…
Duke shocks college football world: Crushes Clemson 28-7 in prime-time thriller
Durham, NC – Duke out-scored No. 9 Clemson 22-0 in the second half and handed the Tigers a 28-7 defeat in a Labor Day Night prime-time game on Monday in Durham. Duke quarterback Riley Leonard ((photo by Gene Galin) The…
In defense of ‘thoughts and prayers’
By David Larson Raleigh, NC – After a tragedy, it’s an American custom to offer one’s “thoughts and prayers” for the situation and those most affected. It can be a cliche for those who don’t know what else to say,…
Chatham Board of Elections to host voter ID information session
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Board of Elections is hosting a Voter Identification (ID) Information Session on Wednesday, September 6, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The session will be held at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference…
Can you help? Sheriff’s office seeks help identifying woman found in Jordan Lake
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office is seeking assistance from the public to identify a woman whose body was discovered in Jordan Lake this week. On Tuesday, August 29, at approximately 2:30 p.m., a boater at Jordan Lake…
Record crowd and historic win for Wake Forest at Allegacy Stadium
Winston-Salem, NC – On a special Opening Night when the home of Demon Deacons football donned its new name, Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium, Wake Forest University hosted its first season-opening sellout crowd since 2011 and its sixth sellout overall…
I’ve seen real racism. And voter ID isn’t it.
By Ken Fontenot Raleigh, NC – Perhaps, there is nothing that infuriates me more than an argument against racism that itself is inherently racist. I am about 40 years old, but in my short life I have tasted the harsh reality…
Wolfspeed’s ambitious expansion plans unveiled at supplier event in Chatham County
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – In a grand showcase of innovation and growth, Wolfspeed, a leading player in the semiconductor industry, presented its ambitious expansion plans during a supplier event held at the Chatham Agricultural Center on August 29,…