Raleigh, NC – The North Carolina Division of Water Resources has honored 79 water treatment plants for surpassing federal and state drinking water standards in 2023. The Town of Pittsboro’s water treatment plant was among the recipients. The division’s Public…
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3 guys from Pittsboro having lunch with the stats whisperer: Freddie Kiger
By Gene Galin A casual lunch at Town Hall Burger and Beer transformed into a conversation on sports, community, and history as the three guys from Pittsboro (Greg Stafford, Eric Andrews, and Gene Galin) and Freddie Kiger, an esteemed sports…
Pittsboro Christmas Parade: A joyous celebration of community spirit and festive fun
Pittsboro, NC – The 2024 Pittsboro Christmas Parade, held on December 8, was a heartwarming celebration of community spirit and festive fun in downtown Pittsboro. The event brought together local officials, community groups, and festive floats, showcasing the best of…
Beyond earth: Jim Kitchen’s insights from space and the ocean depths
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – Jim Kitchen, an adventurer, philanthropist, and businessman, has spent his life exploring the unknown, from the vast expanse of space to the crushing depths of the ocean. He was the main speaker during the…
9 most popular Chatham Journal stories of November 2024
Pittsboro, NC – Here were the nine most popular Chatham Journal stories of November 2024: Photo by brotiN biswaS on Pexels.com A new era for real estate: Understanding the changes to commission payments effective August 17 Wolfspeed secures federal funding…
Chatham Park’s planned NoVi neighborhood to add hundreds of new homes
Pittsboro, NC – Chatham Park, the master-planned community that has been reshaping the landscape of Chatham County, has introduced NoVi, its latest and second-largest neighborhood nestled within the North Village of Pittsboro. NoVi, short for “North Village,” has been designed…
Chatham County Sheriff’s Office joins Mountaire’s Thanksgiving for Thousands event
By Randall Rigsbee Siler City, NC – Deputies and staff from the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office spent Saturday morning, November 23, helping bring Thanksgiving cheer to thousands of families in need. Sheriff’s Office personnel joined Mountaire Farms employees and an…
Mountaire Farms’ Thanksgiving for Thousands: A feast of community and generosity
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – Every year, Mountaire Farms organizes a massive effort to provide thousands of Thanksgiving meals to families in need. On November 23, the annual “Thanksgiving for Thousands” event brought together 300 volunteers to prepare and…
Cackalacky designated as highway attraction by NCDOT
Pittsboro, NC – The North Carolina Department of Transportation has designated Cackalacky’s Company Store and wholesale distribution center as an official highway “attraction” on US Route 64 in Pittsboro, North Carolina. Visitors are encouraged to sample and shop Cackalacky’s “Famously…
Sheriff Mike Roberson highlights community needs: Safety, growth, and collaboration
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – Chatham County, North Carolina, is rapidly evolving from a rural haven to a suburban hub. With this growth comes unique challenges in maintaining public safety, as highlighted by Sheriff Mike Roberson during his talk…