Goldston, NC – Chatham County is excited to announce the expansion of Goldston Public Library. The expansion project, focusing on the children’s area, will add 2,020 square feet to the existing building: providing the library with an additional story time…
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Body recovered at Jordan Lake in missing person search
Pittsboro, NC – The search for a missing person at Jordan Lake has concluded with the recovery of a body. Chatham County Sheriff’s Office deputies and emergency personnel began searching the area near the U.S. 64 bridge late Wednesday night…
From caretaker to companion: Wayne Poole reflects on his time with Buffy the Buffalo
Bynum, NC – In a heartfelt recounting at the recent “Sing Me a Story” showcase at the Bynum Front Porch, Wayne Poole shared his unique experiences as a buffalo caretaker at the Museum of Life and Science in Durham, North…
Chatham County Board of Commissioners to meet on September 15
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Board of Commissioners will meet on Monday, September 15, 2025, at the Chatham County Historic Courthouse located at 9 Hillsboro Street, Second Floor Courtroom in Pittsboro. The Work Session will begin at 2 p.m.…
Pittsboro Gallery of Arts among 33 businesses awarded new designation of “Certified N.C. Destination Business”
Raleigh, NC – A new certification program from the North Carolina Department of Commerce aimed at strengthening small businesses through destination development strategies has named its first cohort to carry the designation Certified North Carolina Destination Business. The statewide initiative,…
Chatham NC Sports Roundup livestream summary – 9.11.25
Pittsboro, NC – Gene Galin of the Chatham Journal and Asheebo Rojas of the Chatham News & Record discussed recent and upcoming sports events in Chatham County. They highlighted Jordan Matthews’ 58-0 win over North Stokes, with five interceptions and…
From the mat to the mission: Chuck Coates reflects on life, wrestling, and resilience
By Gene Galin Raleigh, NC – I heard today, that Chuck Coates had died of post-surgery complications early Monday morning. It saddens me to see this good soul leave us so soon. I had the opportunity to have a brief…
Cactus Cowgirl Plant Shop takes root on Hillsboro Street
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – Hey there, plant lovers! Big news: Cactus Cowgirl Plant Shop has saddled up and moved to the heart of Pittsboro, right on Hillsboro Street, just a hop, skip, and a jump from the courthouse.…
ACC Football Week 4 TV networks and game times announced
Charlotte, NC- The Atlantic Coast Conference and its television partners have announced the following football game times and networks for Week 4 of the season, which features 11 games on Saturday, September 20, 2025 photo by Gene Galin Saturday, September…
Gruesome murder of Iryna Zarutska on Charlotte light rail gets national attention
By Nick Craig Charlotte, NC – National attention is intensifying after the gruesome murder of a Ukrainian refugee on a Charlotte light rail on Aug. 22. Charlotte LYNX light rail (photo by James Willamor) Iryna Zarutska, a 23-year-old from Ukraine,…