By Gene Galin Siler City, NC – At the Chatham County high schools football media event, Seaforth High School’s football coach, Terrance Gary, shared his thoughts and experiences about the transformation of the Seaforth football program over the past four…
Chatham Central football coach Derrin Little discusses team progress and goals at media event
By Gene Galin Siler City, NC – The Chatham Central Bears gear up for the upcoming football season under the guidance of their new head coach, Derrin Little. In a media event held on August 15, Coach Little shed light…
Keeping your team cool: 10 tips for coaches to beat the heat
Charlotte, NC – This summer has seen extreme heat linger over a large swath of the country. As student athletes begin to prepare for the upcoming fall season, coaches are reminded that heat and humidity can be especially hazardous for…
NC state budget delay strengthens case for limits
By John Hood Raleigh, NC – House Speaker Tim Moore told reporters last week that the North Carolina General Assembly is unlikely to craft and approve a state budget deal before Labor Day. That’s more than two months into the…
ACC Dominance: Three teams in the preseason AP Top 25
Greensboro, NC – Three Atlantic Coast Conference teams earned spots in the top 25 of the Preseason Associated Press poll, led by Florida State (No. 8) and Clemson (No. 9) in the top 10. (Source: ACC) The Seminoles and Tigers…
Greg and Paula Stafford: Leading the transformation of the Mathiesen Clinic
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – The Mathiesen Clinic, a historic landmark in Pittsboro, is undergoing a transformation under the careful and thoughtful guidance of Greg and Paula Stafford. The Staffords, known for their previous successful ventures including Havoc Brewery…
Duke welcomed fans for open football practice on Sunday
Durham, NC – Duke held an open football practice and on-field meet-and-greet on Sunday afternoon at Brooks Field at Wallace Wade Stadium. (photo by Gene Galin) During their eighth practice of the year, the Blue Devils ran through individual and…
Ready for kickoff: Rule changes for the 2023 North Carolina high school football season
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – High school football has always been a sport marked by its rules and regulations, ensuring fair play and safety for all players on the field. However, these rules are not set in stone; they…
Duke football holds first fully-padded fall practice
Durham, NC – Duke football held its first fully-padded practice of the 2023 season Friday morning at the Brooks Practice Facility. First Duke football practice in pads 9.11.23 (photo by Gene Galin) During their sixth practice of the year, the…
Don’t mess with Texas Pete
By David Larson Raleigh, NC – It’s hard enough to start a business, but it’s even harder when your meddling neighbors look for frivolous reasons to shut you down. They are the equivalent of the uptight lady down the block…
Scrimmage schedule set for Jack Shaner Jamboree at Northwood
Pittsboro, NC – We are a week away from the start of the high school football regular season start. As it has been for numerous year’s Northwood high school will host the Jack Shaner Jamboree this Friday, August 11. The…
No ID? No problem: NC voters can now get free photo ID cards from county boards of elections
Raleigh, NC – Registered voters who do not have an acceptable identification card for voting in North Carolina can now go to their county board of elections office to get a free ID. In Chatham County, the local county board…
One on One: Stephen Curry–underrated no more
By D.G. Martin Chapel Hill, NC – In my hometown of Davidson, almost everyone worships the same god. A basketball playing-god named Stephen Curry. When Curry first came to town in 2006, he worked many miracles and gained many followers…
Quarterback wars in the ACC: Fueling Riley Leonard’s drive for excellence
By Gene Galin Charlotte, NC – During his breakout session at this year’s ACC Football Kickoff event, Duke University quarterback Riley Leonard shared insights into his journey, the team’s remarkable turnaround, and his aspirations for the upcoming season. The talented…
Jake Muehlbach speaks out on unsafe construction and lack of accountability in Chatham County
Pittsboro, NC – In a recent Chatham County Commissioners meeting, Jake Muehlbach, a Chatham County resident expressed his frustration with the approval of a construction project that violated over 30 building codes and displayed major structural issues. The incident highlighted…
Authorities recover drowning victim at Jordan Lake
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office, working in conjunction with other agencies on Sunday, August 6, recovered the body of a drowning victim who was boating and swimming at Jordan Lake. The victim has been identified as Donald…