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…
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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…
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…
Seth Trimble’s return signals bright future for UNC basketball
Chapel Hill, NC – In a significant development for the University of North Carolina basketball team, senior guard Seth Trimble has announced his return for the upcoming season. Following a junior year in which he averaged 11.6 points and five…
Ian Jackson’s departure: A turning point for the Tar Heels?
Chapel Hill, NC – In a significant development for North Carolina Tar Heels basketball, freshman Ian Jackson has officially entered the transfer portal after just one season with the team. This decision, anticipated by many fans and analysts, reflects the…
NC teacher turnover rate ticks down, but still exceeds historical averages
By David N. Bass Raleigh, NC – There was a small but notable improvement in teacher attrition rates within public school districts during the 2023-24 academic year, according to new data from the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Source N.C.…
9 most popular Chatham Journal stories of March 2025
Pittsboro, NC – Here were the nine most popular Chatham Journal stories of March 2025: Photo by brotiN biswaS on Pexels.com North Carolina’s soaring property taxes Siler City man facing numerous felony charges including human trafficking, rape Chatham County Sheriff’s…