Pittsboro, NC – A couple of weeks ago, the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office debuted its Rising STAR (Sheriff’s Training Academy for Residents) Program, a new initiative designed specifically for teenagers. Building on the success of the adult STAR Program, the…
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Groundbreaking to grounded: The standstill of VinFast’s $4B EV factory plans
By Theresa Opeka Moncure, NC – Plans to build VinFast’s proposed $4 billion electric vehicle factory in Moncure, Chatham County, remain on hold as the county awaits information on the contractors that will be working on the site. VinFast EV…
Chatham County arrest blotter: June 2024
Pittsboro, NC – Here is the Chatham County Sheriff department’s arrest blotter for June 2024. On June 1, Mary Etta Patterson, 45, of 47 Bell Cir., Apt. A, Chapel Hill, was arrested by Deputy Matthew Mitchell for failure to appear.…
Pittsboro man leads troopers on high-speed chase, barricades inside home
Pittsboro, NC – A dramatic scene unfolded in Pittsboro on Sunday as a local man led North Carolina State Highway Patrol troopers on a high-speed chase before barricading himself inside his home. The incident, which began late Saturday night, ended…
From burgers to wings: 3 Guys from Pittsboro having lunch at Boneyard Restaurant
By Gene Galin Siler City, NC – On a sunny Friday afternoon, the “three guys from Pittsboro having lunch”, Greg Stafford, Eric Andrews and I embarked on a gastronomic adventure at the Boneyard restaurant in Siler City. Our lively discussion…
Chatham County Sheriff’s Office urges residents to prioritize Independence Day safety
Pittsboro, NC – With Independence Day celebrations underway this week, the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office reminds residents to prioritize safety, especially when it comes to swimming and boating. The Fourth of July is a time for fun and festivities, but…
9 most popular Chatham Journal stories of June 2024
Pittsboro, NC – Here were the nine most popular Chatham Journal stories of June 2024: Photo by brotiN biswaS on Pexels.com Three guys from Pittsboro: The evolution of The Mod under new ownership Pumping up hope: Goldston family’s well upgrade…
A journey through time: The George Moses Horton Middle School mural
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – A mural at George Moses Horton Middle School in Pittsboro stands as a testament to the rich history and significant contributions of African-Americans in Chatham County. Mary Nettles, a community leader and advocate, provides…
Macronutrients balancing act: Proteins, carbohydrates, fats, and a healthy lifestyle
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – I kicked off my CrossFit 6 Week +1 Challenge on June 11, in the pursuit of a healthier and more active lifestyle. In our recent conversation with CrossFit 15-501 owner, Tim Pedersen, we delved…
NC voters to decide on citizen-only voting amendment in November
By Brianna Kraemer Raleigh, NC – The North Carolina House and Senate passed a constitutional amendment on Thursday that will appear on the ballot this November for voters to weigh in on. Introduced by House Speaker Tim Moore, R-Cleveland, House…