Raleigh, NC – Chatham County is the fourth richest county in North Carolina with an average household income of $131,980 as of 2023 and 81,624 people as of 2023 according to the most current Census data available (citation). Rank County…
Property tax pain: Why Chatham County homeowners feel the squeeze
By Patty White Siler City, NC – Property taxes are an extremely sore subject with me. And as I’ve read the discourse over the last several weeks I’ve tried really hard to stay out of the fray. The one thing…
The cost of living in a growing Chatham County: Who should pay?
By Mark Stinson Siler City, NC – It’s been clear for some time that new developments do not in any way pay their own way. We have to shoulder the burden for them to even exist. Sure, the developers finance…
Pittsboro recognizes Police Week and Public Works Week
Pittsboro, NC – At the Town of Pittsboro Board of Commissioners meeting on Monday, May 12, 2025, the Pittsboro Police Department and Public Works Department were recognized for their dedication and service. Mayor Kyle Shipp and the Board of Commissioners…
Chatham NC Sports Roundup livestream summary – 5.15.25
Pittsboro, NC – In this week’s Chatham NC Sports Roundup Livestream sports reporter Asheebo Rojas of the Chatham News & Record and Chatham Journal’s Gene Galin discussed the new football coach, Tolbert Matthews, and athletic trainer, Courtney, at Seaforth. Matthews…
Bridge signage installed over Haw River to improve paddler safety
Pittsboro, NC – Signage depicting road names to help paddlers navigate on the Haw River and assist with emergency rescues has been hung on Chicken Bridge Rd, Highway 15/501 and Highway 64 bridges. This initiative was led by the Haw…
Drake Powell’s combine performance sparks buzz, signals bright NBA future
Chicago, IL – The NBA Draft Combine is a proving ground where prospects transform potential into promise, and this week, UNC’s Drake Powell (via Chatham County) seized the moment. The 19-year-old freshman wing, once a five-star recruit, turned heads at…
Brewing excitement: Mystic Mocha Coffee Shop comes to Siler City
By Gene Galin Siler City, NC – Siler City welcomes its newest coffee destination, Mystic Mocha Coffee Shop, which opened its doors for the first time on May 10. Owned by local entrepreneurs Katie and Nick Luck, the shop aims…
Richmond shocks No. 8 UNC 13-10 in NCAA lacrosse first-round upset
Chapel Hill, NC – On Saturday night at Dorrance Field, the No. 8-seeded North Carolina Tar Heels men’s lacrosse team saw their NCAA Tournament dreams crumble, falling 13-10 to the unranked Richmond Spiders in a first-round stunner. The loss, a…
The Art of Winning: Insights from Bill Belichick’s new book
By D.G. Martin Chapel Hill, NC – In Chapel Hill, the past few days have been mostly not about graduation, but about Bill Belichik, the new Carolina football coach, his multimillion-dollar contract, his success as coach of the New England…
Georgetown charges into NCAA lacrosse quarterfinals after upsetting Duke, 16-12
Durham, NC – On Saturday night at Koskinen Stadium, Georgetown University’s men’s lacrosse team stunned seventh-seeded Duke 16-12 in a first-round clash of the NCAA Tournament. The Hoyas, fueled by a relentless attack and a suffocating defense, silenced the Blue…
Remembering Tommy Edwards’ musical journey through bluegrass
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – Five years ago, I sat in downtown Pittsboro store. I was there to hear bluegrass musician Tommy Edwards share insights into his songwriting process, musical journey, and the evolving landscape of bluegrass music. From…
NC State stuns UNC with ninth inning comeback, evens series
Chapel Hill, NC – Under the Friday night lights of Boshamer Stadium, the No. 16 NC State Wolfpack delivered a gut-punch to the No. 4 North Carolina Tar Heels, erupting for three runs in the ninth inning to secure an…
Wildlife in need: Chatham County officers aid trapped opossum
Pittsboro, NC – Last week, Chatham County Animal Resource Officers Caitlin Cade and Taylor Hardee came to the aid of a young opossum in need of a helping hand. Animal Resource Officers Caitlin Cade (left) and Taylor Hardee (right) are…
Your property taxes are going up despite Chatham County’s proposed tax rate reduction
Pittsboro, NC – On May 5, 2025, Chatham County Manager Bryan Thompson presented the recommended fiscal year 2025-26 budget of $288.3 million at the Chatham County Board of Commissioners Regular Session in Pittsboro. The proposed budget prioritizes support for education…
Kickin’ Chicken Benefit to raise funds for Special Olympics
Goldston, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office is teaming up with the Goldston Fire Department for the Kickin’ Chicken Benefit in support of Special Olympics North Carolina. Set for Friday, May 9, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at…