By Burney Waring Pittsboro, NC – We are pleased to host Tech Show and Tell Nite. We aim to bring together tech lovers to share their passions, hobbies, or interesting gadgets. Date: Tuesday, January 30 Time: 5 pm Location: Havoc…
Chatham Historical Museum schedules volunteer orientation for February 17
By Wanda Pender Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham Historical Museum thanks you all for a successful 2023. Our great team of museum volunteers serve in various capacities: museum docents, school field trip leaders, tour guides, re-enactors, historical presenters, and more-…
18-year-old faces charges for assault on J-M High School principal during fight at game
Siler City, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office has issued a criminal summons for Jamari Amir Jones, 18, of Burlington, in connection with an incident that occurred during the Jordan-Matthews versus Cummings (Burlington) varsity basketball game on Friday, January…
Small town, big hearts: Community comes together to assist Tony Lassiter
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – In a small town where everyone seems to know each other, the community around Pittsboro recently rallied together to assist a beloved member, Tony Lassiter, in a heartwarming display of unity and generosity. This…
Apply for the Chatham SPARK Program for entrepreneurs by Jan. 1
Siler City, NC – The Chatham SPARK Program is an entrepreneur-development program that introduces prospective and new business owners in Chatham County to the concepts and practices that will lead to business success. The eight-week program will run from March…
Big Mikes BBQ: Pittsboro’s new hot spot for BBQ enthusiasts
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – Big Mikes BBQ in Pittsboro, recently had a soft opening on Saturday, January 20. The establishment saw a tremendous turnout, with almost all the food being sold out by 4 to 5 pm, leaving…
Buc-ee’s and EVs: How the private and public sectors differ in meeting people’s needs
By Jon Sanders Raleigh, NC – The private sector produced someone willing to create 120 new gasoline pumps right off two interstates in Mebane, North Carolina. No government study had been conducted by highly paid government consultants to determine how…
Chatham County Sheriff’s office seizes firearm from student at Northwood high school
Pittsboro, NC – In response to an incident at Northwood High School in Pittsboro on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office has taken action to address a potential threat to school safety. The Sheriff’s Office was alerted…
VinFast’s leadership shakeup: Pham Nhat Vuong takes charge
VinFast issued a press release on January 5, stating that Mr. Pham Nhat Vuong, founder and Chairman of Vingroup Joint Stock Company (“Vingroup”) – VinFast’s parent company – will transition from his current role as the Chairman of the Board…
North Carolina’s insurance rates set to skyrocket
By Theresa Opeka Raleigh, NC – Temperatures may not be the only thing to rise this summer in North Carolina. The North Carolina Rate Bureau (NCRB) has requested a rate increase of 42.2% in homeowners’ insurance rates effective August 1,…
One on One: Haley, Christie, and Lincoln on the causes of the Civil War
By D.G. Martin Chapel Hill, NC – “What was the cause of the United States Civil War?” President Abe Lincoln colorized from a photo by Alexander Gardner taken in Feb 1865. Asked this question by an audience member at a…
Arrests made in Chatham County’s NC 902 murder of Michelle Nichole Jenks
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office has charged two individuals in connection with the murder of Michelle Nichole Jenks, who was discovered unconscious in the 7700 block on NC 902 on January 8. Michelle Nichole Jenks (source: Facebook)…
A new year brings new laws: 16 changes impacting North Carolina
by Bethany Torstenson Raleigh, NC – The dawn of a new year often signifies more than just a change in the calendar; it also means the enactment of new laws and regulations. Here in North Carolina, we have sixteen state…
Balanced Wolfpack attack sends NC State past Virginia, 76-60
Raleigh, NC – The NC State men’s basketball team cruised past Virginia, 76-60, Saturday afternoon at PNC Arena to stay undefeated in Atlantic Coast Conference Play. [PHOTO GALLERY] The Pack’s 3-0 ACC start is the program’s best start in conference play…
Chatham County Tax Office alert: Don’t miss the deadline!
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Tax Office reminds those owning real estate that personal and business property as of January 1, 2024, must ensure that the property is listed with the Tax Office no later than January 31. Listings…
Customers react with fear to Duke Energy’s worrisome text message
By Jon Sanders Raleigh, NC – Late afternoon on Thursday, January 4, customers of Duke Energy received a text message alerting them to expected high energy demand the next day and requesting they “take steps to minimize power use from…