By Paul Stam Raleigh, NC – Here is the big picture at the local, state, and national level as those elected in 2024 are set to govern in 2025. For 2020 and 2022, I provided a similar scorecard. NC State…
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One on One: UNC and Bill Belichick, will it work?
By D.G. Martin Chapel Hill, NC – In Chapel Hill the past week, talk has been mostly about former New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick and the question of whether his hiring by UNC is good for the university or…
Chatham County among sanctuary jurisdictions warned of legal consequences for violating federal immigration laws
Washington, DC – On Monday, America First Legal (AFL) launched the initial phase of its response to the announced plans, agreements, and activities of elected officials and organizations to interfere with federal enforcement of our immigration laws. Chatham County, North Carolina is among the…
MetOx International chooses Chatham County for major production facility
Raleigh, NC – MetOx International Inc., a pioneering manufacturer of high-temperature superconducting wire, has announced that it plans to build a major production facility in Chatham County, creating 333 jobs. The company will invest $193.7 million in North Carolina. (Source:…
Terminix of Pittsboro partners with Chatham Sheriff’s ARC for animal welfare
Pittsboro, NC – On Tuesday morning, December 17, a crew from Terminix of Pittsboro volunteered their time and expertise to assist the Chatham Sheriff’s Animal Resource Center in relocating and enhancing the security of its livestock area. Chatham Sheriff’s Animal…
13 ACC teams earn football bowl berths, led by SMU and Clemson
Charlotte, NC – Highlighted by two Atlantic Coast Conference teams in SMU and Clemson both earning a spot in the College Football Playoff, the ACC has a nation-leading and league-record, 13 teams that will be playing in a postseason bowl…
Bringing Super Bowl magic to Chapel Hill: Bill Belichick named UNC coach
Chapel Hill, NC – Eight-time Super Bowl champion Bill Belichick, architect of one of the greatest sports dynasties of all time and renowned as one of the top leaders ever to coach the game, is the University of North Carolina’s…
Study ranks Chatham among wealthiest counties in North Carolina
A new study from SmartAsset analyzes the places in North Carolina with the highest per capita wealth, and Chatham County made the list. The study measured the amount of investment income being generated in each county, in addition to the per capita…
Goldston drug bust: Arrests made in major investigation
Goldston, NC – A search warrant executed by the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office on December 11, 2024, resulted in the discovery of illegal drugs, a firearm, and the arrest of three individuals at a residence in Goldston. During the search…
Bear Creek man arrested in shooting incident at Murphy’s Gas Station
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Bear Creek man in connection with a shooting that left three people injured. On Friday, December 6, 2024, at approximately 6 p.m., deputies responded to a report of three…