By Donna King Raleigh, NC – Gov. Roy Cooper has vetoed more legislation than all other North Carolina governors combined. With the past three vetoes stamped over the past three weeks, Cooper’s total comes to 57 vetoes, and the session…
Half of Chatham residents at least partially vaccinated against COVID-19
Pittsboro, NC – As of Wednesday, July 7, 50% of the Chatham County population has received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, marking a significant milestone in the county’s fight to end the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the…
Chatham County News Tweets: 6.28.21 – 7.5.21
Pittsboro, NC – Follow our affiliate Chatham County News Tweets here. Below is a collection of #ChathamNC tweets from last week: 8 Track Minds… pic.twitter.com/qxTbS6rnTJ — Pittsboro PBA (@PittsboroPBA) July 5, 2021 Chatham County News Tweets: 2021-06-21 – 2021-06-27 https://t.co/BNfqboiDkd 08:00:38, 2021-06-28The latest…
Chatham County Board of Health honors CCPHD staff as Employees of the Year, Chatham CERT as Community Partner of the Year for 2021
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Board of Health announced its award winners for 2021 during its regular board meeting on Monday, June 28, recognizing individuals and groups that played a significant role in the Chatham County community’s response to…
North Carolina moving quickly to help college players capitalize on name, image
By Dallas Woodhouse Raleigh, NC – Twelve states now allow student-athletes, some in high school, to start cashing in on their name, image, and likeness. The move comes after the NCAA approved interim rules while it awaits federal legislation on…
Chatham Soil and Water Conservation District announces opportunity to apply for cost share programs
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham Soil and Water Conservation District announces an opportunity to apply for cost share through the North Carolina Ag Cost Share Program (ACSP), Ag Water Resources Assistance Program (AgWRAP) and Community Conservation Assistance Program (CCAP). Poultry…
Chatham Soil and Water Conservation District announces quarterly newsletter
Pittsboro, NC – In order to bring more awareness to the public, the Chatham Soil and Water Conservation District is excited to unveil its revitalized quarterly newsletter. The Chatham Soil and Water Conservation District’s mission is to ensure the wise…
Chatham County Public Libraries piloting elimination of late fees
Pittsboro, NC – Effective July 1, 2021, Chatham County Public Libraries (CCPL) will begin a one-year pilot project to eliminate all late fees for overdue library materials. Replacement and processing fees for lost or damaged materials will remain in place.…
The community is reminded to keep safety first this 4th of July Independence Day
Pittsboro, NC – While many Fourth of July public fireworks displays are scheduled to watch this year due to the easing of restrictions across the state, the Chatham County Fire Marshal is reminding families to keep safety first when celebrating…
COVID madness and questionable NCAA protocols end NC State’s chance at the national title
By Donna King, Dallas Woodhouse Raleigh, NC – In the latest twist of the College World Series drama, the mothers of N.C. State baseball stars Reid Johnston and Tyler McDonough said Sunday their sons tested negative six times and were…
WRAL’s weird Roy Cooper coup proposal is lousy advice
By Ray Nothstine Raleigh, NC – A political coup in North Carolina? That seems to be the suggestion of a WRAL editorial published on June 24. It bemoans the fact that state legislators aren’t spending enough money on public education.…
Apex man charged with murder
Pittsboro, NC – On the night of June 16, 2021, members of the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to the 3300 block of Christian Chapel Church Road, New Hill, in response to a trespassing call. Deputies arrived on scene…
Northwood’s Jason Amy among 2020-21 NCHSAA annual award recipients
Chapel Hill, NC – This year’s NCHSAA David Harris Athletic Director of the Year award goes to Jason Amy, Athletic Director at Northwood High School. Amy has been a long-time Athletic Director at Northwood. The Chargers have had one of…
Chatham County commissioners approve Juneteenth as county holiday
Pittsboro, NC – On June 21, 2021, the Chatham County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution declaring June 19th as Juneteenth and proclaiming it a recognized county holiday. On June 19, 1865, Union Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger and his troops…
Lockdowns don’t work, period!!!!!
By Kevin Roche Be interesting to see if we learn anything about how to deal with future epidemics from the disastrous response to this one. The research is very clear that lockdowns, for example, which were never used before, did…
Chatham County commissioners approve fiscal year 2022 county budget
Pittsboro, NC – On June 21, 2021, the Chatham County Board of Commissioners approved the county budget for fiscal year 2021-22, which includes slight revisions to the budget proposed by the County Manager’s Office. The budget is based on an…