Siler City, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office is working with Siler City Police, Pittsboro Police, and the North Carolina State Highway Patrol to prepare for the anticipated passage of the Walk for Peace through Chatham County later this…
The rise of longevity: Tim Pedersen’s vision for a healthier future
By Gene Galin Carrboro, NC – Carrboro’s new Longevity Hub is redefining what it means to pursue health. More than just a gym, it embraces longevity — the science and practice of extending both lifespan and healthspan — through functional…
Turning off distractions: NC students return to a phone-free classroom
By Donald Bryson Raleigh, NC – North Carolina students returning for the spring semester are facing a disconnected classroom environment, following a Jan. 1 state deadline that required all public school boards to enact strict bans on the use of…
Caring, critical thinking key in newly expanded CCCC nursing program
Pittsboro, NC – A 68-year-old woman with pneumonia checks into the hospital short of breath, the skin around her lips tinged blue. That’s a scenario the Associate Degree Nursing students at Central Carolina Community College’s Chatham Health Sciences Center recently…
Six dogs, 35 cats neutered in Friday ARC clinic
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Animal Resource Center hosted a successful spay/neuter clinic on Friday, January 9, 2026, in partnership with the Spay Neuter Veterinary Clinic of the Sandhills and its mobile surgical unit, the “Spay Shuttle.” From…
87-84 thriller: Tar Heels’ triumph tarnished by defensive gaps
Chapel Hill, NC – In a thrilling showdown at the Smith Center, the University of North Carolina (UNC) Tar Heels narrowly defeated the Wake Forest Demon Deacons 87-84 in a game that raised more questions than answers. While Caleb Wilson…
Sec. Duffy: North Carolina must revoke illegally issued CDLs or lose $50M
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today exposed that 54% of North Carolina’s non-domiciled commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) reviewed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) were issued illegally. wirestock image The revelation is part…
Chatham County real estate 2026: Growth, challenges, and community voices
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – As Chatham County continues to evolve, the local real estate market is witnessing unprecedented changes driven by major projects and community developments. From the anticipated impact of an automotive giant like Toyota to the…
SMU’s Miller, Duke’s Boozer claim ACC men’s basketball weekly honors
Charlotte, NC – SMU senior guard Boopie Miller earned Atlantic Coast Conference Men’s Basketball Player of the Week honors, and Duke forward Cameron Boozer notched the ACC Rookie of the Week distinction for games played from December 29-January 4, as…
Registration now open for 2nd annual “Chatham Farms Forever Day”
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Farmland Preservation Program is excited to announce its second annual “Chatham Farms Forever Day” workshop on Thursday, January 15, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Chatham County Agriculture & Conference Center…
Step into Pittsboro: Art walk, music moments, and mocktails
Pittsboro, NC – Come experience the charm of downtown Pittsboro. Experience live music, browse unique art vendors, and explore the Social District, where stores stay open late. The next Pittsboro Finally Fridays Arts Walk takes place on January 16, 2026 from…
Guarded expectations: UNC falls to SMU, 97-83
Dallas, TX – In a disappointing outing, the North Carolina Tar Heels fell to the Southern Methodist University Mustangs 97-83, marking their second loss of the season and leaving them at 13-2 overall and 1-1 in ACC play. The game…
3-day budget retreat: Chatham County commissioners meet January 6–8
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Board of Commissioners will hold its 3-Day Budget Retreat Tuesday, January 6, 2026 through Thursday, January 8, 2026 at the Chatham County Agriculture and Convention Center located at 1192 US 64 W, Pittsboro NC.…
NC State falls to 21st-ranked Virginia, 76-61
Raleigh, NC – The 21st-ranked Virginia men’s basketball team shot 50 percent from the field and made 13 three-pointers on its way to a 76-61 win over NC State on Saturday inside the Lenovo Center. (photo by Gene Galin) Entering…
Florida man charged in Chatham County burglary and financial card theft
Pittsboro, NC – A Florida man has been charged in connection with a residential burglary and the theft and fraudulent use of financial cards following an incident reported in northern Chatham County late last month. On Dec. 24, 2025, deputies…
The struggles of homebuyers in the Chatham County real estate market
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – As the year 2025 draws to a close, the real estate market in Chatham County, North Carolina, presents a complex picture characterized by rising prices, limited inventory, and affordability challenges for average families. In…