Dayton, Ohio — On Tuesday night at UD Arena, the North Carolina Tar Heels delivered a resounding message to their critics: they belong in the NCAA Tournament. In a First Four matchup, the No. 11-seeded Tar Heels dismantled the No.…
Vitality and wellness: Chatham Park YMCA’s vision for a healthier future
Pittsboro, NC – When you think of the YMCA, what comes to mind? Maybe it’s a gym, swimming lessons, or youth sports. But for over 180 years, the Y has been a cornerstone of strong communities, fostering well-being, connection, and…
An inside look at Chatham County Schools with Superintendent Anthony Jackson
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – At a recent 79West Breakfast event, Chatham County School Superintendent Anthony Jackson delivered a presentation that outlined the district’s commitment to fostering a nurturing educational environment focused on student success and community engagement. Emphasizing…
Ribbon cutting to celebrate restoration of iconic Clyde Jones mural
Pittsboro, NC – The Town of Pittsboro is pleased to invite the public to a special ribbon-cutting ceremony honoring the restoration of the iconic Clyde Jones mural. This event will occur on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at 2 p.m. in…
UNC Tar Heels triumph over Wake Forest, set sights on Duke in ACC tournament
Charlotte, NC – In a gritty and hard-fought battle, the University of North Carolina (UNC) Tar Heels emerged victorious against Wake Forest, clinching a 68-59 win in the quarterfinals of the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Tournament. The victory propels the…
Reidsville defeats Northwood Chargers in basketball championship clash
Winston-Salem, NC – The Reidsville Rams defeated the Northwood Chargers 71-54 to claim their second consecutive NCHSAA 2A Boys Basketball Championship. The game, held at the Lawrence Joel Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Winston-Salem, extended the Rams winning streak to 60…
Brett Friedlander and Gary Hahn receive Skeeter Francis award at ACC Tournament
Charlotte, NC – In a ceremony during the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Basketball Tournament semifinals, sports journalist Brett Friedlander and sports announcer Gary Hahn were honored with the prestigious Skeeter Francis Award for their significant contributions to ACC sports coverage.…
Q&A with Chatham County Schools superintendent Dr. Anthony Jackson
By Gene GalinPittsboro, NC – In the Q&A session after his presentation at the 79 Degrees West Breakfast Club event, Chatham County Schools superintendent Dr. Anthony Jackson addressed pressing issues facing the district, including nutrition in school meals, funding challenges,…
How the color of St. Patrick’s Day went from blue to green
By Bryan McGovern Professor of History, Kennesaw State University St. Patrick’s Day usually conjures images of partying, Catholicism, Irish nationalism and, perhaps most famously, the color green: green clothes, green shamrocks, green beer and green rivers. Photo by Patrick Fore…
Northwood boys and Seaforth girls playing in 2025 NCHSAA basketball regional finals
Pittsboro, NC – In last Friday’s fourth round, 16 boys and girls teams won and are moving on to the NCHSAA basketball championship week. Two local teams have made it to the regional finals. The Northwood boys and the Seaforth…
Don’t fall for it: Chatham County Sheriff’s Office warns of jury duty scam
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a jury duty scam that has resurfaced in the area, with scammers using the Sheriff’s Office’s phone number (919-542-2811) and the names of actual deputies to make their…
New YMCA facility in Chatham Park opens doors to community
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – The highly anticipated Chatham Park YMCA has officially opened its doors to the community with a soft opening that welcomed existing members from the downtown Pittsboro location. The new facility boasts state-of-the-art amenities, including…
ACC men’s basketball Saturday recap – March 8
Charlotte, NC – Clemson, Duke, Florida State, Louisville, Miami, Notre Dame, Pitt, Syracuse and Wake Forest posted victories in conference games played on Saturday, March 8, in the last day of the regular season. Duke secured the outright ACC regular-season championship with…
3 guys from Pittsboro having lunch and sharing stories at the City Tap
By Gene Galin (part 1 of a 2 part series) Pittsboro, NC – In the casual atmosphere at City Tap, the three guys from Pittsboro having lunch, shared not only our meal choices but also a wealth of local knowledge…
Seeds & bracket announced for 2025 ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament
Charlotte, NC – The Atlantic Coast Conference has announced the seedings and bracket for the 2025 T. Rowe Price ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament, which will be played Tuesday through Saturday, March 11-15, at Spectrum Center in Charlotte, N.C. The 72nd…
Chatham County supports Special Olympics NC with Polar Plunge
Pittsboro, NC – The waters of Jordan Lake may have been a brisk 49 degrees, but that didn’t stop participants from taking the plunge to support Special Olympics North Carolina. On Saturday, March 1, the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office hosted…