By Theresa Opeka Raleigh, NC – Property owners filled a public comment forum Monday, opposing the North Carolina Rate Bureau’s request for an average increase of 42% in homeowners’ insurance rates. The hearing was both online and in person at the…
North Carolinians rally against potential new mask mandates at Tuesday hearing
By Brianna Kraemer Raleigh, NC – More than 100 people attended the North Carolina Department of Labor’s two public hearings on Tuesday to consider re-implementing masking and social distancing requirements for businesses. photo by Tommaso Pecchioli Left-leaning groups filed petitions…
If I only had a bigger spoon
By Nathan Allen Booko Pittsboro, NC – I have given it a great deal of thought. If I only had a bigger spoon, I could eat more, faster. But, gee, that would mean that I probably would need a bigger…
Mountaire Farms’ applications for $2,500 scholarships now open for 2024
Siler City, NC – Mountaire Farms, the country’s fourth largest chicken processer, has dozens of $2,500 scholarships available for the children and grandchildren of employees, poultry growers, and grain producers. The application is now open and the deadline to apply…
Tech Show and Tell Nite: Where innovation meets craft beer
By Burney Waring Pittsboro, NC – We are pleased to host Tech Show and Tell Nite. We aim to bring together tech lovers to share their passions, hobbies, or interesting gadgets. Date: Tuesday, January 30 Time: 5 pm Location: Havoc…
18-year-old faces charges for assault on J-M High School principal during fight at game
Siler City, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office has issued a criminal summons for Jamari Amir Jones, 18, of Burlington, in connection with an incident that occurred during the Jordan-Matthews versus Cummings (Burlington) varsity basketball game on Friday, January…
Chatham Historical Museum schedules volunteer orientation for February 17
By Wanda Pender Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham Historical Museum thanks you all for a successful 2023. Our great team of museum volunteers serve in various capacities: museum docents, school field trip leaders, tour guides, re-enactors, historical presenters, and more-…
Small town, big hearts: Community comes together to assist Tony Lassiter
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – In a small town where everyone seems to know each other, the community around Pittsboro recently rallied together to assist a beloved member, Tony Lassiter, in a heartwarming display of unity and generosity. This…
Chatham County Sheriff’s office seizes firearm from student at Northwood high school
Pittsboro, NC – In response to an incident at Northwood High School in Pittsboro on Wednesday, January 17, 2024, the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office has taken action to address a potential threat to school safety. The Sheriff’s Office was alerted…
Big Mikes BBQ: Pittsboro’s new hot spot for BBQ enthusiasts
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – Big Mikes BBQ in Pittsboro, recently had a soft opening on Saturday, January 20. The establishment saw a tremendous turnout, with almost all the food being sold out by 4 to 5 pm, leaving…
Apply for the Chatham SPARK Program for entrepreneurs by Jan. 1
Siler City, NC – The Chatham SPARK Program is an entrepreneur-development program that introduces prospective and new business owners in Chatham County to the concepts and practices that will lead to business success. The eight-week program will run from March…
Buc-ee’s and EVs: How the private and public sectors differ in meeting people’s needs
By Jon Sanders Raleigh, NC – The private sector produced someone willing to create 120 new gasoline pumps right off two interstates in Mebane, North Carolina. No government study had been conducted by highly paid government consultants to determine how…
VinFast’s leadership shakeup: Pham Nhat Vuong takes charge
VinFast issued a press release on January 5, stating that Mr. Pham Nhat Vuong, founder and Chairman of Vingroup Joint Stock Company (“Vingroup”) – VinFast’s parent company – will transition from his current role as the Chairman of the Board…
North Carolina’s insurance rates set to skyrocket
By Theresa Opeka Raleigh, NC – Temperatures may not be the only thing to rise this summer in North Carolina. The North Carolina Rate Bureau (NCRB) has requested a rate increase of 42.2% in homeowners’ insurance rates effective August 1,…
Arrests made in Chatham County’s NC 902 murder of Michelle Nichole Jenks
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office has charged two individuals in connection with the murder of Michelle Nichole Jenks, who was discovered unconscious in the 7700 block on NC 902 on January 8. Michelle Nichole Jenks (source: Facebook)…
One on One: Haley, Christie, and Lincoln on the causes of the Civil War
By D.G. Martin Chapel Hill, NC – “What was the cause of the United States Civil War?” President Abe Lincoln colorized from a photo by Alexander Gardner taken in Feb 1865. Asked this question by an audience member at a…