Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the discovery of human skeletal remains found along the Haw River over the weekend. A kayaker reported the discovery, and investigators from the Sheriff’s Office confirmed the presence of human…
Breaking the monopoly: Parents exercise choice in education
By David Larson Raleigh, NC – The North Carolina General Assembly voted last week to clear the Opportunity Scholarship Program waitlist. This will give over 50,000 more students in the state vouchers to attend the private school of their choice.…
Coach Kevin Keatts reflects on past success and future promise
RALEIGH, NC— During the Wolfpack Basketball Media Day on September 19, NC State basketball coach Kevin Keatts held a press conference that underscored the dual themes of reflection and anticipation as the team prepares for a new season. Coming off…
3 Guys from Pittsboro having lunch at Tacos Paraiso: A food truck with authentic flavor
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – In a casual yet lively gathering, the three Guys from Pittsboro having lunch, decided to explore the culinary offerings at Tacos Paraiso, a local food truck known for its authentic dishes with a Guatemalan…
ACC football game times & TV networks announced for week 5
Charlotte, NC – The Atlantic Coast Conference and its television partners announced the following football game times and networks for Week 5, September 27-28. In our area, on Saturday, September 27, Northern Illinois will play at NC State at noon.…
Chatham County’s volunteer fair: Bringing agencies and community together
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – Chatham County recently held its first-ever Volunteer Fair, an in-person event that brought together 22 local agencies and over 60 community members. Spearheaded by Vickie Newell, the executive director of Chatham Literacy, the fair…
Community connections flourish at Wake Up Wednesdays After Hours event
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – In a celebration of community and business networking, the Wake Up Wednesdays After Hours event drew over 150 participants to 79° West on September 11. The After Hours edition offered a relaxed evening atmosphere…
Voter registrations don’t guarantee outcomes
By John Hood Raleigh, NC – Four years ago, we entered the homestretch of the 2020 election cycle with 7.1 million North Carolinians registered to vote, of which 36% were Democrats and 30% Republicans. The remainder were unaffiliated (33%) or…
Week 2 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 Week 2 of the 2024 college football season. The selections are determined by a vote of a select media panel.…
ACC football game times & TV networks announced for week 4
Charlotte, NC – The Atlantic Coast Conference and its television partners announced the following ACC football game times and networks for Week 4, September 20-21. photo by Gene Galin The only local game in North Carolina on September 21 will…
Chatham County to host major Supplier Expo for local small businesses to connect with larger industries
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – On September 18, 2024, Chatham County will host a major business networking event, the Chatham Supplier Expo, at the Chatham Agriculture & Conference Center from 3 pm to 6 pm. The event is designed…
3 Guys from Pittsboro having lunch talk with chef Chad Hardin about his culinary journey
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – The “3 Guys from Pittsboro having lunch,” Eric Andrews, Greg Stafford and I stopped for lunch at Pittsboro’s West End restaurant. During our visit chef Chad Hardin discussed his culinary journey, the local food…
Mark Robinson stresses economic and educational reform during campaign stop in Siler City
By Gene Galin Siler City, NC – Mark Robinson, North Carolina’s Lieutenant Governor and gubernatorial candidate, made his case for economic and educational reform during his campaign stop at Crossroads Grill in Siler City on September 3. Addressing a crowd…
ACC Football Week 1 preview: Eagles and Seminoles meet on Monday night
Charlotte, NC – Week 1 of the 2024 college football season will conclude with an Atlantic Coast Conference showdown between No. 10 Florida State and Boston College. The 10th-ranked Seminoles dropped their season opener in Week 0 to Georgia Tech…
The power of peace: Why maintaining campus order benefits everyone
By John Hood Chapel Hill, NC – Now that fall term has begun for most colleges and universities, we’re about to witness one of the most predictable phenomena in modern American politics: for every raucous or violent campus protest that…
KC Concepcion shines bright in NC State Wolfpack’s 38-21 victory
Raleigh, NC – KC Concepcion picked up where he left off last season as he helped lead the NC State Wolfpack to a 38-21 victory on opening night from Carter-Finley Stadium Thursday night. KC Concepcion catches a touchdown pass.…