Raleigh, NC – Biologists with the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission have received a concerning number of reports over the past few weeks of dead goldfinches and pine siskins in yards across the state. In response, biologists had multiple carcasses tested…
NC COVID-19 Threat-Free Index for the week ending March 29, plus a discussion of herd immunity
By Jon Sanders Raleigh, NC – Here is the NC Threat-Free Index for the week ending March 29: As of March 29, there were 876,108 North Carolinians presumed to be recovered from COVID-19 Active cases comprised just 2.5% of NC’s…
Bill would give NC school systems financial incentive to pay charter schools on time
By Carolina Journal Staff Raleigh, NC – Some N.C. state lawmakers want local public school systems to pay a penalty if they drag their feet in sending money to charter schools. An amendment adopted in a House committee meeting could…
Haw River clean-up a big success
Bynum, NC – On Saturday, March 20, the Haw River Assembly hosted the Haw River Clean Up A Thon. This is our 31st annual watershed wide effort to remove trash from along the river and its creeks. The event also…
One on One: Ignoring my Asian friend’s question—a big mistake
By D.G. Martin Chapel Hill, NC – A few years ago, I ignored a friend’s question about whether there was a risk of violence to Asians in North Carolina. That was a mistake. My friend, Don Mar, grew up in…
NCDMV online services expanding to allow for state-issued ID card renewals
Raleigh, NC – The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles expanded its online services and now customers can renew state-issued identification cards. Photo by Andrea Piacquadio Individuals with a state-issued ID can skip making an office appointment and renew online by…
Over 200 years later and a free Black Pittsboro man’s legacy lives on
By Laura Brummett Pittsboro, NC – Built in 1811 by a free Black man, the Lewis Freeman House was one of the first buildings in the town of Pittsboro, N.C. Still standing today, it witnessed the horrors of the Civil War.…
Chatham 250 announces Celebration Theme sponsors
Pittsboro, NC – With Chatham County’s 250th anniversary about to kick off, the event planning committee is excited to announce the celebration theme sponsors. The Chatham 250 celebration focuses on five main themes: Creative Arts, Community and Diversity, Growth and…
NC State Board of Education approves 3-feet social distancing for return to classrooms
By David N. Bass Raleigh, NC – The N.C. State Board of Education has voted unanimously to switch social-distancing requirements under a “Plan A” return to public school classrooms to 3 feet rather than the previous six feet. The new…
Chatham County Health Department continues to focus on COVID-19 vaccination efforts
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Public Health Department (CCPHD) is continuing to focus COVID-19 vaccination efforts on priority populations while StarMed Healthcare operates mass vaccination clinics in Pittsboro. As of Thursday, March 25th, 28.3% of Chatham County residents had…
NC House approves amendment to restrict eminent domain amendment, strengthen property rights
By John Trump Raleigh, NC – A supermajority of the N.C. House has approved a proposed constitutional amendment to strengthen private property rights against eminent domain land takings. Photo by AdamLowly The proposed amendment, House Bill 271, would hit the…
Broadband access is a necessity in every corner of North Carolina
By Gregg Thompson Raleigh, NC – Running a small business isn’t easy in the best of times, and these aren’t the best of times. Social distancing and concerns over spreading COVID-19 forced many small businesses to try to connect with…
Duke holds football spring showcase
Durham, NC – Rising redshirt junior quarterback Gunnar Holmberg completed five-of-nine pass attempts for 107 yards and one touchdown to highlight a 40-play scrimmage during Duke’s annual Spring Showcase held Saturday morning at Brooks Field at Wallace Wade Stadium. Duke…
The untold history of Roe v. Wade for the history books and not the screen
By Nick Galin Pittsboro, NC – Roe v. Wade is the 2021 film directed by Nick Loeb and Cathy Allyn that tells the true behind the scenes story of Roe v. Wade that touches on the truth of abortion and…
Chatham County School board phasing in grades 6-12 under Plan A on April 19
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Board Board voted Thursday to return students in grades 6-12 to in-person instruction four days a week under Plan A beginning April 19. Chatham County School Board. Front Row: David Hamm Gary Leonard. Back…
Chatham Community Library to host NC Poet Laureate Jaki Shelton Green
Pittsboro, NC – Chatham Community Library will commemorate National Poetry Month in April with a presentation by NC Poet Laureate, Jaki Shelton Green. The virtual event entitled “An Evening with the North Carolina Poet Laureate,” will take place at 6…