By Gene Galin Goldston, NC – In a quiet corner of Chatham County, a contentious debate brews over the proposed development of a rock quarry outside the town limits of Goldston. I had an opportunity to sit down with Mark…
All aboard for economic growth: NCRR’s $200,000 investment in Siler City
Siler City, NC – The North Carolina Railroad Company (NCRR) will invest $200,000 to help develop a new manufacturing facility in Siler City, N.C. Innovative Construction Group, LLC (ICG), a subsidiary of PulteGroup Inc., will establish a new manufacturing facility…
What’s going on with VinFast? An investigation into sales struggles and empty promises
By: Jenny Ahn Blake Spendley Ben Rappaport Editor: Daniel Sherwood Sam Koppelman Hardly anyone is buying the company’s electric vehicles — at home or abroad — according to months-long investigation spanning satellite imagery, AIS data, trade records, financial analysis, and…
Developers vs. residents: The battle for Alston Chapel Road
By Thurman Maness Pittsboro, NC – Predictable! If you’ve ever attended one of these meetings where the mega developers try and convince the angry crowds that “their development” is going to be wonderful and the best thing to hit town…
VinFast’s whiplash: The ever-changing plans for their EV factory
By Theresa Opeka Moncure, NC – In what might be called a case of whiplash, Vietnamese electric vehicle maker VinFast has once again changed plans for its $4 billion electric vehicle factory in Moncure, Chatham County. Officials, including Gov. Roy Cooper, attend…
From Durham to Chatham County: The arrest of Brent Coleman Matthews
Moncure, NC – On April 18, 2024, at approximately 9 a.m., law enforcement officers from the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call for assistance from the Wake County Sheriff’s Office regarding a stolen motor vehicle entering Chatham County.…
Coach Manny Diaz’s defense shines in Duke spring football game victory
Durham, NC – In the Blue Devils’ first public performance under new head coach Manny Diaz, the defense (White Team) held off the offense (Blue Team) for a 21-16 victory in the Blue & White Game on Saturday evening at…
Consequences of “Woke” language: Student suspended for saying ‘illegal alien’
By Donna King Raleigh, NC – It has been two decades in the making, but we are now here. Politically correct speech and jargon gymnastics have led to the apparent erosion of common sense in some of our most cherished…
Get ready for the UNC Spring Football Game on Saturday
Chapel Hill, NC – North Carolina will hold its annual Spring Football Game on Saturday, April 20 at 3 p.m. in Kenan Stadium. Admission is free. UNC football quarterbacks at spring practice (photo by Gene Galin) The 2024 Spring Game…
Game plan: Dalton Brown’s vision for Northwood football
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – Dalton Brown, a familiar face in the Northwood community, has returned to lead the Chargers’ football program. After his meet and greet meeting with players and parents, coach Brown sat down with Asheebo Rojas…
Chatham County Employee Blood Drive: Saving lives one pint at a time
Pittsboro, NC – On April 17, 2024, Chatham County employees and residents rolled up their sleeves to give the gift of life at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center in Pittsboro. Thirty-two lifesaving blood donations were collected to help…
Dalton Brown returns to Northwood as head football coach
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – Dalton Brown, a familiar face to many in the Northwood High School community, has stepped into the role of head football coach, bringing with him a passion for the game, a commitment to player…
Three guys from Pittsboro having lunch at Doherty’s: A new dining destination
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – In the heart of downtown Pittsboro, just south of the historic Chatham County courthouse, lies Doherty’s Irish Pub, a new establishment quickly gaining popularity among locals and visitors alike. In a lively continuation of…
Chatham County slams the brakes on VinFast as company downsizes plans
By Theresa Opeka Moncure, NC – Construction is on hold at VinFast’s proposed $4 billion electric vehicle factory in Moncure, Chatham County, after the electric vehicle maker revised its plans for a scaled-down version of the facility. In July, the…
Wake Up Wednesday celebrates 16 years of connection, community, and commerce
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – Wake Up Wednesday, a cornerstone of networking and camaraderie in the local business community, commemorated its 16th year of gatherings, marking a milestone in fostering connections, supporting entrepreneurship, and honoring the memory of those…
Citizens only: North Carolina Senate looks to clarify voting eligibility
By Katherine Zehnder Raleigh, NC – As the short session fast approaches for the North Carolina General Assembly, an issue on the minds of every American this year is immigration. The North Carolina Senate has the opportunity to pass legislation…