By John Hood Raleigh, NC – North Carolina voters will be asked this fall to remove a troubling ambiguity in the state constitution. An overwhelming, bipartisan majority of state legislators — 40 of 50 senators, 104 of 120 representatives —…
Eduardo Martinez’s tragic drowning at Jordan Lake
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a drowning incident that occurred at Jordan Lake Tuesday evening, July 2, 2024. Eduardo Martinez, 52, of Carrboro, drowned while swimming in Jordan Lake in an area near the intersection…
Goldston Public Library announces free July programs and events
Goldston, NC – Goldston Public Library is excited to announce free programs and events during the month of July for the Chatham County community to enjoy. Ask A Master GardenerMonday, July 15th, 11:00 a.m. – noon Goldston Public Library invites…
11 new North Carolina state laws taking effect July 1
By Brianna Kraemer Raleigh, NC – Eleven different pieces of legislation passed during the North Carolina General Assembly’s 2023-2024 short session, with many new provisions taking affect at the start of the new fiscal year, July 1. Below are 11…
Chatham County Sheriff’s Rising STAR Program inspires teens
Pittsboro, NC – A couple of weeks ago, the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office debuted its Rising STAR (Sheriff’s Training Academy for Residents) Program, a new initiative designed specifically for teenagers. Building on the success of the adult STAR Program, the…
Chatham County arrest blotter: June 2024
Pittsboro, NC – Here is the Chatham County Sheriff department’s arrest blotter for June 2024. On June 1, Mary Etta Patterson, 45, of 47 Bell Cir., Apt. A, Chapel Hill, was arrested by Deputy Matthew Mitchell for failure to appear.…
Groundbreaking to grounded: The standstill of VinFast’s $4B EV factory plans
By Theresa Opeka Moncure, NC – Plans to build VinFast’s proposed $4 billion electric vehicle factory in Moncure, Chatham County, remain on hold as the county awaits information on the contractors that will be working on the site. VinFast EV…
From burgers to wings: 3 Guys from Pittsboro having lunch at Boneyard Restaurant
By Gene Galin Siler City, NC – On a sunny Friday afternoon, the “three guys from Pittsboro having lunch”, Greg Stafford, Eric Andrews and I embarked on a gastronomic adventure at the Boneyard restaurant in Siler City. Our lively discussion…
Pittsboro man leads troopers on high-speed chase, barricades inside home
Pittsboro, NC – A dramatic scene unfolded in Pittsboro on Sunday as a local man led North Carolina State Highway Patrol troopers on a high-speed chase before barricading himself inside his home. The incident, which began late Saturday night, ended…
Chatham County Sheriff’s Office urges residents to prioritize Independence Day safety
Pittsboro, NC – With Independence Day celebrations underway this week, the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office reminds residents to prioritize safety, especially when it comes to swimming and boating. The Fourth of July is a time for fun and festivities, but…
A journey through time: The George Moses Horton Middle School mural
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – A mural at George Moses Horton Middle School in Pittsboro stands as a testament to the rich history and significant contributions of African-Americans in Chatham County. Mary Nettles, a community leader and advocate, provides…
9 most popular Chatham Journal stories of June 2024
Pittsboro, NC – Here were the nine most popular Chatham Journal stories of June 2024: Photo by brotiN biswaS on Pexels.com Three guys from Pittsboro: The evolution of The Mod under new ownership Pumping up hope: Goldston family’s well upgrade…
NC voters to decide on citizen-only voting amendment in November
By Brianna Kraemer Raleigh, NC – The North Carolina House and Senate passed a constitutional amendment on Thursday that will appear on the ballot this November for voters to weigh in on. Introduced by House Speaker Tim Moore, R-Cleveland, House…
Macronutrients balancing act: Proteins, carbohydrates, fats, and a healthy lifestyle
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – I kicked off my CrossFit 6 Week +1 Challenge on June 11, in the pursuit of a healthier and more active lifestyle. In our recent conversation with CrossFit 15-501 owner, Tim Pedersen, we delved…
‘Take Back Title IX’ bus vandalized in Chapel Hill
By David N. Bass Chapel Hill, NC – The controversy surrounding the Biden administration’s Title IX rewrite took a dramatic turn in Chapel Hill this week when a bus for the “Take Back Title IX” tour was vandalized while in…
Taxation, representation, escaped goats, and basic economics: A ghost story
By Christopher Havel Siler City, NC – I was always told, when I was little, that the original meaning of “scapegoat” came from the practice of keeping a goat or two with a group of horses, in the Wild West,…