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…
Farewell to a Tar Heel legend: Eric Montross passes away at 52
Chapel Hill, NC – The family of Eric Montross (Laura, Sarah, Andrew and Megan) is announcing that he passed away on Sunday, December 17, surrounded by loved ones at his home in Chapel Hill. Eric was diagnosed with cancer in…
Chatham Winter Weather Survival Drive provides warmth and comfort to neighbors in need
By Melanie York Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham Winter Weather Survival Drive held a second successful distribution event on Monday, December 11 at the Siler City Center for Active Living. 2,250 winter outerwear items, blankets and sleeping bags, including 410…
Tar Heel state secures third place in charter school growth
By David N. Bass Raleigh, NC – The Tar Heel state is third best in the nation for the growth of public charter schools during the pandemic, trailing only Texas and Florida, according to a new report by the National Alliance for…
Some NC school districts resist implementing Parents Bill of Rights
By Mary Summa Raleigh, NC – Across the state, county by county, school boards are grappling with how to comply with the new Parents’ Bill of Rights, SB49. The Parents’ Bill of Rights was passed to spell out all of…
Unprecedented interest: Eric Andrews on the buzz surrounding Disney’s Asteria
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – Chatham County, particularly the town of Pittsboro, finds itself on the brink of a significant transformation with the recent announcement of Disney’s plan to establish the Asteria residential community within the parameters of Chatham…
In memoriam: Ronald Glenn Scott’s impact on Chatham Central High School
Bear Creek, NC – Ronald Glenn Scott, 86, of Bear Creek, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, December 8th, 2023. Ronald was born on November 12th, 1937 in Greensboro to Glenn and Virginia Scott. Just 8 years later,…
In honor of Dr. George Lucier: Dedication of CCCC’s Sustainable Technologies Building
Pittsboro, NC – Central Carolina Community College has dedicated the Sustainable Technologies Building on the CCCC Chatham Main Campus in honor of Dr. George Lucier. An event to commemorate the naming took place on Wednesday, Nov. 29. Dr. Lucier has…
Pittsboro cancels 2023 Christmas parade
Pittsboro, NC – After consulting with the Pittsboro Police and Fire Department and the Pittsboro Town Emergency Management Office, the Town of Pittsboro has decided to cancel the 2023 Christmas parade due to the high risk of winds above 30…
Chatham County Aging Services seeks nominations for 2nd annual “6 over 60” awards
Pittsboro, NC – The North Carolina State Demographer’s Office indicated that in 2023, Chatham County was home to the 8th-highest percentage of population over the age of 65 among 100 North Carolina counties. Last year’s “6 over 60” award winners…
Asteria: Where Disney magic meets Chatham County charm
Lake Buena Vista, Fl. – Storyliving by Disney announces plans for Asteria, a new residential community to be located in Chatham County, North Carolina. Inspired by the spirit of discovery, the Asteria community is being designed to encourage exploration of…
State Board of Education appeals panel to recommend closing School of the Arts for Boys Academy in Chatham County
By Greg Childress Pittsboro, NC – A State Board of Education appeals panel will recommend against allowing School of the Arts for Boys Academy (SABA) to continue to operate in Chatham County. School of the Arts for Boys Academy students.…
Disturbance turns violent: Charges filed in Goldston incident
Goldston, NC – A 17-year-old juvenile suspect faces charges of assault with a deadly weapon and other offenses following an altercation that turned violent at a Goldston residence last month. On November 24, 2023, the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office responded…
Mother’s ordeal: Domestic assault by knife-wielding son
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office received a 9-1-1 call on November 16, 2023, reporting a domestic assault incident at 97533 Franklin Ridge, Chapel Hill. The victim, a female, reported being assaulted by her son with a knife.…
Hit-and-run incident along U.S. Highway 64 claims life of Siler City resident
Siler City, NC – The North Carolina State Highway Patrol says a 49-year-old pedestrian was fatally injured early Sunday morning in a hit-and-run accident in Chatham County. Diana Davis Johnson was fatally injured early Sunday morning in a hit-and-run accident…
ACC football champion Florida State leads way with 11 bowl selections
Charlotte, NC – Led by undefeated 2023 ACC Champion and No. 5 nationally-ranked Florida State’s 11th appearance in the Orange Bowl, the Atlantic Coast Conference placed a Power 5-leading 11 teams in football postseason games on Sunday. (photo by Gene…