Goldston, NC – Two people have been charged by the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office in connection with an armed robbery that occurred on November 20, 2023, near Goldston. The victim arranged to meet Anhelica Maria Mata, 24, of 1448 Goldston…
Chatham County celebrates 24 graduates of Leadership Academy Class of 2023
Pittsboro, NC – On December 7, 2023, Chatham County honored 24 graduates of its Leadership Academy Class of 2023. Since its inception in 2002, the leadership development program has produced 405 graduates. 2023 graduating class of Chatham County Leadership Academy…
Be tobacco-free in 2024: Join the QuitSmart program today
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Public Health Department (CCPHD) will offer the QuitSmart program, virtually, in January 2024 to help Chatham County residents quit using tobacco. Tobacco use is “the leading preventable cause of death and disease in the…
Looking ahead: Pittsboro’s updated wastewater allocation policy
Pittsboro, NC – At the December 11, 2023, meeting of the Town of Pittsboro Board of Commissioners meeting, the Commissioners approved a Wastewater Allocation Policy intended to manage the remaining capacity available in the Pittsboro Wastewater Treatment Facility. The Wastewater Allocation…
Karen VonCannon: 2023 Chatham County Employee of the Year
Pittsboro, NC – On December 18, 2023, Chatham County Human Resources Director Courtney Jones gave a special presentation at the Board of Commissioners meeting in Pittsboro recognizing Karen VonCannon as the County’s 2023 Employee of the Year. Karen VonCannon is…
Farewell to a Tar Heel legend: Eric Montross passes away at 52
Chapel Hill, NC – The family of Eric Montross (Laura, Sarah, Andrew and Megan) is announcing that he passed away on Sunday, December 17, surrounded by loved ones at his home in Chapel Hill. Eric was diagnosed with cancer in…
Chatham Winter Weather Survival Drive provides warmth and comfort to neighbors in need
By Melanie York Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham Winter Weather Survival Drive held a second successful distribution event on Monday, December 11 at the Siler City Center for Active Living. 2,250 winter outerwear items, blankets and sleeping bags, including 410…
Tar Heel state secures third place in charter school growth
By David N. Bass Raleigh, NC – The Tar Heel state is third best in the nation for the growth of public charter schools during the pandemic, trailing only Texas and Florida, according to a new report by the National Alliance for…
Unprecedented interest: Eric Andrews on the buzz surrounding Disney’s Asteria
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – Chatham County, particularly the town of Pittsboro, finds itself on the brink of a significant transformation with the recent announcement of Disney’s plan to establish the Asteria residential community within the parameters of Chatham…
Some NC school districts resist implementing Parents Bill of Rights
By Mary Summa Raleigh, NC – Across the state, county by county, school boards are grappling with how to comply with the new Parents’ Bill of Rights, SB49. The Parents’ Bill of Rights was passed to spell out all of…
In memoriam: Ronald Glenn Scott’s impact on Chatham Central High School
Bear Creek, NC – Ronald Glenn Scott, 86, of Bear Creek, passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, December 8th, 2023. Ronald was born on November 12th, 1937 in Greensboro to Glenn and Virginia Scott. Just 8 years later,…
Pittsboro cancels 2023 Christmas parade
Pittsboro, NC – After consulting with the Pittsboro Police and Fire Department and the Pittsboro Town Emergency Management Office, the Town of Pittsboro has decided to cancel the 2023 Christmas parade due to the high risk of winds above 30…
Chatham County Aging Services seeks nominations for 2nd annual “6 over 60” awards
Pittsboro, NC – The North Carolina State Demographer’s Office indicated that in 2023, Chatham County was home to the 8th-highest percentage of population over the age of 65 among 100 North Carolina counties. Last year’s “6 over 60” award winners…
In honor of Dr. George Lucier: Dedication of CCCC’s Sustainable Technologies Building
Pittsboro, NC – Central Carolina Community College has dedicated the Sustainable Technologies Building on the CCCC Chatham Main Campus in honor of Dr. George Lucier. An event to commemorate the naming took place on Wednesday, Nov. 29. Dr. Lucier has…
State Board of Education appeals panel to recommend closing School of the Arts for Boys Academy in Chatham County
By Greg Childress Pittsboro, NC – A State Board of Education appeals panel will recommend against allowing School of the Arts for Boys Academy (SABA) to continue to operate in Chatham County. School of the Arts for Boys Academy students.…
Asteria: Where Disney magic meets Chatham County charm
Lake Buena Vista, Fl. – Storyliving by Disney announces plans for Asteria, a new residential community to be located in Chatham County, North Carolina. Inspired by the spirit of discovery, the Asteria community is being designed to encourage exploration of…