Indianapolis, IN – The NCAA Playing Rules Oversight Panel on Wednesday approved modifications to the injury timeout rules in football, beginning with the 2025-26 season. Football referee at 2024 ACC Football Championship Game. (photo by Gene Galin) Under the new…
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A summary of the April 14 Pittsboro Board of Commissioners meeting
Pittsboro, NC – The April 14, 2025, meeting of the Pittsboro Board of Commissioners showcased a range of community-focused initiatives, from recognizing local youth achievements to discussing infrastructure improvements and proposed developments. Youth Recognition and Community Engagement The meeting commenced…
Pittsboro Board of Commissioners actions updates – April 14, 2025
Pittsboro, NC – The Board of Commissioners of the Town of Pittsboro held a regular meeting on Monday, April 14th, 2025, at the Chatham County Agriculture and Conference Center. The Board took the following actions during the meeting: Highlights: Mayor…
Chatham County’s property tax predicament: Finding a fair solution
By Mike Pool Pittsboro, NC – As of April 2024, the median home list price for Chatham County is $841,500, as reported by the North Carolina Association of County Commissioners. This price is the second highest in the state, and…
From Alabama to North Carolina: Jarin Stevenson’s homecoming
Chapel Hill, NC – In a significant boost for the University of North Carolina’s basketball program, Jarin Stevenson, a 6-foot-11 forward from Alabama, has officially committed to the Tar Heels. After two seasons with the Crimson Tide, where he averaged…
Rising college basketball stars: The journey of Drake Powell and Jarin Stevenson
Pittsboro, NC – Chatham County is fortunate to have two former high school student-athletes playing for Division 1 basketball programs. Former Seaforth basketball player Jarin Stevenson was playing for the Alabama Crimson Tide and former Northwood basketball player Drake Powell…
Chatham NC Sports Roundup livestream summary – 4.17.25
Pittsboro, NC – In this week’s Chatham NC Sports Roundup Livestream sports reporter Asheebo Rojas of the Chatham News & Record and Chatham Journal’s Gene Galin discussed local high schools showcasing impressive performances across various athletic disciplines. From exciting lacrosse…
NC State researchers predict 12-15 named storms this hurricane season
Raleigh, NC – The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season will see 12 to 15 named storms forming in the Atlantic basin, according to researchers at North Carolina State University. The Atlantic basin includes the entire Atlantic Ocean, the Gulf of America…
UNC football spring practice with Bill Belichick on April 12
By: Justin Wilson Chapel Hill, NC – Fans will get the opportunity to watch the North Carolina football program “Practice Like a Pro” under new head coach Bill Belichick Saturday, April 12 at 6:30 p.m. at Kenan Stadium. Gates will…
Lucky last-minute ticket purchase lands Pittsboro woman $369,962 jackpot
Pittsboro, NC – A last-minute decision to buy a Cash 5 ticket paid off for Linda Denning of Pittsboro with a $369,962 jackpot. “We were about to leave but my husband decided to go back to buy some Cash 5…