By Carolina Journal Staff Raleigh, NC – “The right to live includes the right to work.” That simple statement opens the text of a state law that has helped boost North Carolina’s economic competitiveness for nearly 75 years. photo by…
September edition of “Growing Chatham” is out
Pittsboro, NC – September has finally arrived, which means cooler weather is just around the corner, we hope! Our September edition of Growing Chatham is full of valuable information including details about upcoming webinars, horticulture publications available from NC State,…
Poor test scores show the effects of school closures, remote learning on students in North Carolina
By David N. Bass Raleigh, NC – Test results in reading, math, and science for the 2020-21 school year show the effects school closures and remote learning have had on public school students in North Carolina. According to data released…
How to follow – Duke vs. Charlotte football game
Charlotte, NC – Duke travels to Jerry Richardson Stadium on Friday night for its season opener at Charlotte. (photo by Alex G.) Duke fans will always be given numerous ways to follow the action live and this week’s highlighted outlets…
Nancy Wykle named Chatham County Schools new public information officer
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Board of Education on August 26, 2021, approved Ms. Nancy Wykle as the Public Information Officer, effective August 31. In this role, Ms. Wykle will create and enable clear and concise communication between Chatham…
Local VFW to mark 9/11 remembrance in Pittsboro
By Andy Cochran Pittsboro, NC – On behalf of the men and women of Joe Wagner Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 7313, I urge the community to support the 20th Anniversary of September, 11 a day that will live…
Location change for Chatham Board of Education meetings starting September 13
Pittsboro, NC – At their August 12 meeting, the Chatham County Board of Education approved the location change for future meetings to the Chatham County Historic Courthouse (9 Hillsboro Street) in downtown Pittsboro begining with the September 13 regular session…
Chatham County Schools students’ proficiency levels exceed state average
Pittsboro, NC – The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction has released testing data results for school districts for the 2020-21 school year, with the data showing Chatham County Schools performing above the state average in multiple categories. “The results…
Chatham Public Health Department recommends residents get vaccinated
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Public Health Department (CCPHD) implores all county residents to get vaccinated against COVID-19 and wear a mask in public places to protect themselves and their community against the COVID-19 virus. Cases by age in…
Chatham County Schools opening day a success
Pittsboro, NC – On Monday, August 23, 8,452 pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade students returned to in-person instruction for their first day of classes for the 2021-2022 academic year. Instruction also began for the 210 students enrolled in CCS Virtual Academies…
Chatham Artists Guild accepting membership applications
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham Artists Guild (CAG) announces the opening of their 2022 Membership Drive. Artists 18 years of age or older, in all mediums, that reside or work in a studio in Chatham County may apply. The deadline…
Billboards call on teachers to leave NCAE, get a $500 raise
By David N. Bass Raleigh, NC – A statewide campaign launched by the John Locke Foundation — publisher of The Carolina Journal — urges public school teachers to save $500 in dues each year by leaving the partisan N.C. Association of…
Hoppin’ John Old-Time and Bluegrass Fiddlers’ Convention gears up for 14th annual event
Pittsboro, NC – After taking a break during the height of COVID-19 in 2020, the Hoppin’ John Old-Time and Bluegrass Fiddlers’ Convention is back! Known by locals as simply, “Hoppin’ John,” the 14th annual event will take place September 17-18,…
Families are swinging suburban
By John Hood Raleigh, NC – It’s my go-to slide. I’ve shown it to all the classes I teach at Duke University. The slide is striking. It’s revealing. Margaret Pollard Middle School at edge of Briar Chapel in Chatham County.(photo…
Central Carolina Community College’s 12-week classes begin September 14
Sanford, NC – Whether you are looking for flexible course choices to meet your personal schedule or starting a new program of study, Central Carolina Community College’s 12-week term allows you to find courses that fit your academic and career…
State senators unveil new NC high school sports reform bill
By Dallas Woodhouse Raleigh, NC – The North Carolina High School Athletics Association would continue to regulate high school sports in North Carolina, under a new version of the reform legislation presented and passed in a state Senate committee. Que…