Siler City, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office executed a search warrant at 1300 Oxford St, Siler City, on August 1, 2024, resulting in the arrest of Hugo Archila, a 39-year-old resident of the same address. Hugo Archila The…
Month: August 2024
Nominations being accepted for Chatham County’s 3rd annual “6 over 60” awards
Pittsboro, NC – Nominations are now being accepted by Chatham County Aging Services for the 3rd annual “6 over 60” Awards, which will be held Thursday, February 27, 2025, at the Pittsboro Center for Active Living. image from FreePik Since…
Injured NC teen takes stand against Paris Olympics’ transgender boxers
By Theresa Opeka Raleigh, NC – A Cherokee County woman who has become an advocate for fairness in women’s sports is condemning the 2024 Paris Olympics for allowing biological men to compete in women’s boxing. Hiwassee Dam High School volleyball…
North Carolina only southern state to adopt Biden’s Title IX gender rules
By Brianna Kraemer Raleigh, NC – North Carolina is the only state in the south where President Joe Biden’s executive order changing the interpretation of Title IX took effect on Thursday, August 1. The gender rules rewrite expands sex-based discrimination…
9 most popular Chatham Journal stories of July 2024
Pittsboro, NC – Here were the nine most popular Chatham Journal stories of July 2024: Photo by brotiN biswaS on Pexels.com Three guys from Pittsboro discuss Chatham County’s East-West divide Groundbreaking to grounded: The standstill of VinFast’s $4B EV factory…
Chatham County Schools makes additions and changes to administrative staff
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Board of Education approved five new district administrators at the July 25, 2024 personnel agenda board meeting. Dr. Bradford Walston was named the school district’s Director of School Safety, Security, and Operations. Walston has…
UNC’s Mack Brown emphasizes discipline and depth for upcoming football season
By Gene Galin Charlotte, NC – As the college football season approaches, North Carolina’s head coach Mack Brown is laser-focused on addressing past weaknesses and implementing strategic changes to bring the ACC Championship back to Chapel Hill. Speaking during the…
Miami dominates All-ACC preseason football team; Cam Ward picked 2024 preseason player of the year
Charlotte, NC – Led by Miami with five selections, nine Atlantic Coast Conference football programs had multiple players named to the 27-member 2024 All-ACC Preseason Football Team, it was announced on Thursday. In addition to earning a spot on the…
Chatham County Schools open house dates and school supply lists for 2024-25
Pittsboro, NC – Here is the rundown of the Chatham County Schools open house dates and the school supply lists for the 2024-2025 school year. SchoolOpen House DateSupply ListBennett SchoolThursday, August 22, 2024 5:00 PM-7:00 PMBennett Supply ListPTA will pay…
The crucial role of hydration in the summer heat: What you need to know
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – As temperatures soar to record highs this summer, staying hydrated is more critical than ever. Staying hydrated becomes more than just a matter of comfort—it’s essential for health and well-being. However, simply drinking water…