By Nick Craig Charlotte, NC – The City of Charlotte and the light rail system are back in the news, after an individual was seriously injured in a stabbing on the Blue Line Friday night. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police said on Friday,…
11 ACC football teams headed to bowl games, Miami in CFP
Charlotte, NC – Highlighted by College Football Playoff-bound Miami, 11 Atlantic Coast Conference teams will compete in postseason bowl games this year. Miami (10-2, 6-2 ACC) earned its first berth in the College Football Playoff, securing the No. 10 seed.…
Wolfspeed charts post-bankruptcy recovery with $698.6 million tax refund
By Theresa Opeka Durham, NC – Wolfspeed, a Durham-based semiconductor supplier, announced earlier this week that it has received $698.6 million in cash tax refunds from the Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit (AMIC) under Section 48D of the Internal Revenue Code…
A season of stars: Jordan-Matthews students see the world perform
Siler City, NC – More than 60 Jordan-Matthews High School arts students will have an opportunity to experience world-class performances this spring thanks to a grant from the Galloway Ridge Chatham County Charitable Fund. North Carolina Symphony violinist Pablo Sánchez…
UNC edges Kentucky 67-64 in a nail-biter at Rupp Arena
Lexington, KY – In a thrilling showdown at Rupp Arena, the University of North Carolina (UNC) Tar Heels secured a hard-fought 67-64 victory against the Kentucky Wildcats, thanks to a standout performance from freshman guard Derek Dixon. With the game…
Pittsboro Holly Days: A community celebration of the Christmas spirit
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – As the Christmas season approaches, the town of Pittsboro geared up for its annual festive celebration, the Pittsboro Holly Days. This year’s event, held on November 23, 2025, promised to be a delightful gathering…
9 most popular Chatham Journal stories of November 2025
Pittsboro, NC – Here were the nine most popular Chatham Journal stories of November 2025: Photo by brotiN biswaS on Pexels.com Chatham County man charged with sexual exploitation of a minor Husband and wife found dead with gunshot wounds inside…
Candidate filing for 2026 NC Elections begins December 1
Raleigh, NC – Candidate filing for most contests in the 2026 North Carolina elections begins at noon on Monday, December 1, 2025, and ends at noon on Friday, December 19, 2025. Depending on the office sought, candidates will file their…
Iryna’s Law goes live: What changes for violent offenders in NC
By Carolina Journal Staff Raleigh, NC – Beginning Dec. 1, 2025, Iryna’s Law becomes active across North Carolina, a sweeping criminal justice measure aimed at restricting pretrial release for violent or repeat offenders in the wake of the fatal 2025…
Chatham Sheriff Mike Roberson announces he will not seek re-election
Pittsboro, NC – For close to 40 years, I have had the privilege of serving the people of North Carolina in many ways as a first responder, and for the last 10 years, I have been deeply honored to serve Chatham County as your Sheriff. This…
Pittsboro salutes Colby Sawyer’s impact as he takes on Pender County manager role
Pittsboro, NC – The Town of Pittsboro expresses its sincere appreciation, farewell, and congratulations to Communications and Emergency Management Director Colby Sawyer, who left the organization last month to pursue a new professional opportunity that will bring him closer to…
Rio de Janeiro to host historic NC State vs Virginia football kickoff
Los Angeles, CA – NC State Football will open the 2026 season by taking part in the historic College Football Brasil – the first-ever FBS college football game played in South America. The ACC matchup between NC State and Virginia…
Public art in motion: Eddie White’s “Wheels Up” unveiled
Pittsboro, NC – On on crisp November day in 2025, a commemorative plaque was unveiled for sculptor Edwin White’s captivating art piece, Wheels Up. Created in 2024, this site-specific sculpture transforms forgotten automotive artifacts into a vibrant tribute to the…
Wolfpack wallop UNC: A finale that stings for Tar Heel nation
Chapel Hill, NC – The University of North Carolina’s football season came to a disheartening conclusion on Saturday night, as the UNC Tar Heels suffered a 42-19 defeat to their archrivals, the NC State Wolfpack, at Carter Finley Stadium. This…
Week 14: Everything on the line in the ACC football race
Charlotte, NC – The ACC heads into Week 14 of the 2025 football season with championship hopes hanging in the balance. The final weekend of the regular season will determine which teams will clinch their spots in the ACC Football…
UNC’s first loss of the basketball season is against Michigan State
Fort Myers, Fl – In a disappointing turn of events, the University of North Carolina (UNC) Tar Heels suffered their first loss of the season, falling to the Michigan State Spartans 74-58. Despite a promising start, the Tar Heels struggled…