By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Chamber of Commerce marked a significant milestone on Wednesday with a ribbon cutting ceremony at their new location at 79 Degrees West. The event drew a crowd of local business owners,…
Jordan Lake safety alert: High water levels pose deadly risks
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office is urging the public to avoid Jordan Lake as high water levels and hazardous conditions continue in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Chantal. photo courtesy of Chatham County Sheriff’s Office Recent storms…
A closer look: Unveiling the operations of Carolina Tiger Rescue
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – Nestled in the heart of Chatham County, the Carolina Tiger Rescue has been a beacon of hope for big cats for over five decades. With a mission focused on providing a safe and enriching…
Chatham County Board of Commissioners to meet on July 21
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Board of Commissioners will meet on Monday, July 21, 2025, at the Chatham County Historic Courthouse located at 9 Hillsboro Street, Second Floor Courtroom in Pittsboro. The Work Session will begin at 2 p.m.…
A taste of local flavor: Blueberry varieties at Wild Abandon Farm
Pittsboro, NC – Nestled just five miles west of downtown Pittsboro, North Carolina, Wild Abandon Farm is more than just a place to pick fresh blueberries; it is a testament to the power of community, resilience, and the joy of…
Bear Creek man facing rape, kidnapping charges following investigation
Bear Creek, NC – A Bear Creek man faces multiple felony charges following an investigation into allegations that he sexually assaulted a female juvenile over the course of a year in both Chatham and Montgomery counties. Larry Varner Larry Varner,…
ACC Football Kickoff 2025 lineup unveiled
Charlotte, NC – The stage is set for one of college football’s premier preseason events as the Atlantic Coast Conference welcomes 68 standout student-athletes and all 17 head coaches to the 2025 ACC Football Kickoff, taking place July 22-24 at…
State of Emergency declared in 13 NC counties following Tropical Storm Chantal
Raleigh, NC – Today, Governor Josh Stein announced a State of Emergency for 13 counties to facilitate and support long-term recovery efforts from flooding caused by Tropical Storm Chantal. In accordance with the North Carolina Emergency Management Act, this is…
DNC threatens legal action against NCSBE over voter ID plan
By Theresa Opeka Raleigh, NC – The Democratic National Committee is threatening to take legal action against the North Carolina State Board of Elections (NCSBE) if it removes 98,000 registered voters from the voter rolls due to missing identification. photo…
Unclaimed sheep to hit the auction block in Chatham County
Pittsboro, NC – Several stray sheep picked up in Chatham County in the Chicken Bridge Road area are now headed to auction in accordance with North Carolina law. Chatham County Animal Resource Center staff safely rounded up stray sheep found…
Names of missing boaters released following Jordan Lake recovery effort
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office can confirm that the individuals recovered from Jordan Lake this week are believed to be Daniel Garcia Garcia, 25, and Manuel Mauro Sifuentes Soto, 36, both of Durham, North Carolina — the…
Body recovered after drowning at Jordan Lake
Pittsboro, NC – The body of a 19-year-old male has been recovered following a drowning incident this evening at Jordan Lake, near 3984 Farrington Road at the intersection with Martha’s Chapel Road. The victim had been at the lake with…
One body recovered, search continues for second missing boater on Jordan Lake
Pittsboro, NC – Search teams have recovered the body of one of the two missing boaters on Jordan Lake. The individual was located this morning and confirmed deceased. Out of respect for the family, the person’s identity is not being…
Haw River Assembly responds to Tropical Storm Chantal flooding
Bynum, NC – Here’s a community update from the Haw River Assembly about Tropical Storm Chantal flooding in our area. PLEASE avoid contact with flood waters, there are dangerous currents and underwater debris. Always wear protection if you come into…
Second body recovered in Jordan Lake search
Pittsboro, NC – A second body has been recovered from Jordan Lake this morning as search operations resumed for a third consecutive day, concluding the multi-agency effort. Boat crews return to shore Wednesday morning after locating a second body during…
Tropical Storm Chantal unleashes historic flooding on Haw River near Bynum Bridge
Bynum, NC – The Haw River near Bynum Bridge in Chatham County, North Carolina, bore the brunt of Tropical Storm Chantal’s wrath as it roared through the region, leaving behind a trail of devastation and record-breaking floodwaters. The storm, which…