Pittsboro, NC – Northwood High School has announced the six members of its 2025 Athletics Hall of Fame class, honoring former athletes, coaches, and contributors who have left their mark on the Chargers’ athletic tradition and their communities beyond high…
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Wag without wallets: Free dog and cat adoptions in October
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Animal Resource Center is inviting the community to take part in Empty the Shelters, a nationwide adoption event that helps pets find loving homes through waived or reduced fees. From October 1–15, 2025,…
Wake Forest falls in overtime after tough battle with Georgia Tech, 30-29
Winston-Salem, NC – In a back-and-forth contest that needed overtime to decide the outcome, the Wake Forest football team (2-2, 0-2 ACC) dropped a close contest to No. 16 Georgia Tech (5-0, 2-0 ACC) on Saturday afternoon inside Allegacy Stadium. …
Duke dominates Syracuse 38-3 behind Sheppard’s record night
Syracuse, NY – A commanding second quarter and record-setting performance by Nate Sheppard led Duke past Syracuse 38-3 on Saturday inside the JMA Wireless Dome. The Blue Devils got a career-high 168 rushing yards, the fourth most by a Duke freshman…
Criminal justice bill ‘Iryna’s Law’ heads to the governor
By Katherine Zehnder Raleigh, NC – On Tuesday evening, Iryna’s Law was presented to Gov. Josh Stein after the North Carolina House of Representatives approved it by a vote of 81–31. House Bill 307 is a sweeping criminal justice reform…
Quick analysis of NC State’s disheartening home football loss to Virginia Tech
Raleigh, NC – In a shocking turn of events, the North Carolina State Wolfpack fell to the Virginia Tech Hokies 23-21 in a home game that many are calling one of the worst losses in the Dave Doran era. The…
Chatham County Schools celebrate $548,000+ in PTA Thrift Shop contributions and nearly 30,000 volunteer hours
Pittsboro, NC – Chatham County Schools proudly celebrated the contributions of volunteers and announced more than $548,000 in school funding during the Annual PTA Thrift Shop Appreciation and Check Distribution Dinner held on Monday, September 22, at Northwood High School. …
Honor local veterans: You can sponsor a cross display with U.S. flags in Pittsboro
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – This November, the community of Pittsboro will come together to honor both living and deceased veterans with a unique initiative: a display of commemorative crosses adorned with the U.S. flag. The event, spearheaded by local…
3 guys from Pittsboro having lunch stop at Hoops Pizzeria
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – A couple of weeks ago, the 3 Guys from Pittsboro Having Lunch visited Hoops Pizzeria to sample its assortment of food choices that has made it a favorite among residents. Greg Stafford, Eric Andrews…
ACC fines Syracuse $25,000 for feigned injuries vs. Clemson
Charlotte, NC – The Atlantic Coast Conference is issuing an institutional fine ($25,000) and public reprimand to Syracuse University for actions by its football team during its game at Clemson on September 20. With 9:25 remaining in the fourth quarter,…