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. …
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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,…
NC State’s tough loss to Duke: Dave Doeren’s postgame analysis
Durham, NC – In a postgame press conference following a disappointing 45-33 loss to Duke, NC State’s Head Coach Dave Doeren acknowledged the team’s struggles and highlighted critical mistakes that contributed to the defeat. With a two-score lead at one…
Bill Belichick reflects on UNC’s tough loss against UCF
Orlando, FL – In the aftermath of a disappointing loss to the University of Central Florida (UCF), UNC football head coach Bill Belichick addressed the media in a post-game press conference, acknowledging the team’s struggles while emphasizing the importance of…
Why the anger? Zarutska coverage highlights bias in crime reporting
By Jeff Hyde Raleigh, NC – Why are some people so angry at the media’s reaction to Iryna Zarutska’s murder? This New York Times story, which is a good stand-in for other legacy media stories, helps explain why. The Times story…
Grand opening preview: Pittsboro’s new skate park
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – A new skate park is set to become the heart of the local action sports community in Pittsboro. Pro scooter rider Jon Reyes and I took a walk around the park on Thursday. During…
Jon Reyes checks in: Embracing Pittsboro’s new skate park
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – A new skate park in Pittsboro has opened up, providing a fresh venue for local skateboarders to showcase their skills. A ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place on Saturday, September 20 at 10 am. Professional…
Cultivating profitability: The impact of regenerative farming
Siler City, NC – The Impact the AREA series is designed to help farmers increase profitability by exploring new and innovative revenue streams beyond traditional practices. Each session highlights a successful farm or agri-business model, giving participants a firsthand look…
ACC football game times and TV networks for week 4
Charlotte, NC – The Atlantic Coast Conference and its television partners have announced the following football game times and networks for Week 5 of the season, which features seven games over September 26-27. In North Carolina, home games include Saturday…