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…
Woman dies after being found unconscious on NC 902 in Pittsboro
Pittsboro, NC – At approximately 2:40 a.m. on January 8, 2024, the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report concerning the well-being of a person found on the road in the 7700 block of NC 902, Pittsboro. Deputies and…
9 most popular Chatham Journal stories of December 2023
Pittsboro, NC – Here were the nine most popular Chatham Journal stories of December 2023: Photo by brotiN biswaS on Pexels.com Hit-and-run incident along U.S. Highway 64 claims life of Siler City resident Two suspects charged in armed robbery incident…
NCHSAA Basketball Championships head to Winston-Salem
Chapel Hill, NC – The North Carolina High School Athletic Association is excited to return to Winston-Salem for the 2023-24 men’s and women’s basketball championships March 11-16. Northwood basketball team at the 2023 NCHSAA 3A Championship Game. (photo by Gene…
NC State’s Burns secures last-second victory over Notre Dame
Notre Dame, Ind. – NC State men’s basketball graduate forward DJ Burns, Jr., made a basket with 0.6 seconds remaining to give the Wolfpack a 54-52 win over Notre Dame Wednesday night. DJ Burns, Jr., made a basket with 0.6…
CCCC proudly recognizes fall semester graduates from Chatham County
Sanford, NC – Central Carolina Community College has announced graduates at the conclusion of the 2023 fall semester. A total of 221 students were awarded 231 credentials. Here are the graduates from Chatham County, NC – Jacob Acker Daniela Aguilar…
Surprising ways NC has shaped how the world celebrates Christmas
By Joshua D. Glawson Raleigh, NC – Christmas is considered one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world, and one that was clearly shaped by US traditions. Many people are unaware though that North Carolina has also heavily…
Pittsboro publishes website for community engagement; releases budget survey
Pittsboro, NC – Earlier this week, the Town of Pittsboro published a new website detailing various opportunities for community members to engage with the Town. Our new Engagement website, found at pittsboronc.gov/engage, will be maintained and updated as various engagement opportunities…
One on One: Bell ringing, begging and finding Christmas
By D.G. Martin Chapel Hill, NC – “How about helping us ring the bell for the Salvation Army?” It is Roland from my Rotary club. I have dodged that duty for years. But it is the kind of request you…
CCSO, ‘Stuff-A-Stocking’ partnership delivers holiday happiness during Christmas season
Pittsboro, NC – On December 19, nearly 70 children and their families were treated to surprise holiday gifts, courtesy of the kindness of numerous anonymous donors. The ‘Stuff-A-Stocking’ initiative is a collaboration between Bynum resident Lesley Dean Matthews, who launched…
Two suspects charged in armed robbery incident
Goldston, NC – Two people have been charged by the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on November 20, 2023, near Goldston. The victim arranged to meet Anhelica Maria Mata, 24, of 1448 Goldston…
Dates and sites announced for 2024 ACC spring championships
Charlotte, NC – The Atlantic Coast Conference has announced the championship dates and sites for its 2024 spring sports. The spring championships begin on April 17, with the initial day of competition at the 2024 ACC Tennis Championships at Cary…
Spreading Christmas joy for local children with ‘Shop with the Sheriff’ program
Pittsboro, NC – The Christmas spirit was alive and thriving this week as the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office continued its annual ‘Shop with the Sheriff’ program, a tradition that aims to brighten the season for local children navigating economic challenges.…
Chatham County celebrates 24 graduates of Leadership Academy Class of 2023
Pittsboro, NC – On December 7, 2023, Chatham County honored 24 graduates of its Leadership Academy Class of 2023. Since its inception in 2002, the leadership development program has produced 405 graduates. 2023 graduating class of Chatham County Leadership Academy…
Be tobacco-free in 2024: Join the QuitSmart program today
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Public Health Department (CCPHD) will offer the QuitSmart program, virtually, in January 2024 to help Chatham County residents quit using tobacco. Tobacco use is “the leading preventable cause of death and disease in the…
Karen VonCannon: 2023 Chatham County Employee of the Year
Pittsboro, NC – On December 18, 2023, Chatham County Human Resources Director Courtney Jones gave a special presentation at the Board of Commissioners meeting in Pittsboro recognizing Karen VonCannon as the County’s 2023 Employee of the Year. Karen VonCannon is…