Bynum, NC – Clyde Jones, the self-taught folk artist whose handcrafted wooden “critters” and impromptu creative spirit helped put this small Haw River community on the cultural map, died this week at the age of 87. A towering figure in…
Chatham County real estate: 2025 trends, challenges and takeaways
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – As 2025 draws to a close, the real estate market in Chatham County presents a complex landscape shaped by limited inventory, rising prices, and shifting buyer expectations. In my conversation with Eric Andrews of Realty…
From adversity to triumph: Elijah Davis’ journey and his first points for UNC
Chapel hill, NC – In a heartwarming moment that captured the essence of determination and family, Elijah Davis, a senior guard for the University of North Carolina (UNC) basketball team, scored his first points of the season during a recent…
Seth Trimble’s return fuels UNC’s 71-70 win over Ohio State
Atlanta, GA – In a dramatic finish at the CBS Sports Classic in Atlanta, the No. 12 North Carolina Tar Heels edged the Ohio State Buckeyes 71-70 on Saturday afternoon. Senior guard Seth Trimble returned from a broken forearm to…
UNC’s Seth Trimble cleared to play Saturday vs. Ohio State
Atlanta, GA – University of North Carolina senior guard Seth Trimble is medically cleared and is expected to play on Saturday when the Tar Heels square off against Ohio State in Atlanta in the CBS Sports Classic (3 p.m., CBS).…
What’s up at the trash dump swap shop?
By Joan Triplett Moncure, NC – I’ve noticed a woman taking just about every item in the Asbury swap shop ever since I started putting gently used shoes and clothing. I watched her getting ready to leave while I was…
Pittsboro seeks volunteers to serve as members of the Board of Adjustment
Pittsboro, NC – The Town of Pittsboro is seeking engaged, community-oriented residents to serve as In-Town and Extraterritorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) members of the Pittsboro Board of Adjustment (BOA). Appointments are made by the Pittsboro Board of Commissioners. photo by Gene…
UNC’s blueprint for victory over ETSU: Rebound, defense, easy baskets
Chapel Hill, NC – UNC basketball coach Hubert Davis began his press conference after the win over ETSU by addressing the team’s defensive rebounding performance, highlighting a significant improvement compared to prior games. Previously, the team had allowed a season-high…
Veesaar’s career night exposes both promise and peril in UNC’s win over ETSU
Chapel Hill, NC – On the surface, North Carolina’s 77–58 home win over East Tennessee State on Tuesday looked like exactly what you’d expect from a top-15 program in December: a double-digit victory, a comfortable margin, and a star big…
Chatham County recognizes 2025 Employee of the Year
Pittsboro, NC – During its meeting on December 15, 2025, the Chatham County Board of Commissioners proudly presented the 2025 Employee of the Year award to Brenton Hart, Policy and Legislative Analyst in the County Manager’s Office, in recognition of…
Chatham County public libraries announce winter reading BINGO challenge
Pittsboro, NC — Chatham County Public Libraries invite readers of all ages to celebrate the joy of reading this winter by participating in the Winter Reading BINGO Challenge. The program is available at all library branches across Chatham County. WHAT:…
UNC’s 80-62 win over USC Upstate highlights gaps
Chapel Hill, NC – The University of North Carolina (UNC) Tar Heels secured an 80-62 victory over the USC Upstate Spartans, but the performance left much to be desired. Despite the win, the game was marked by a lack of…
Durham man linked to stolen vehicles, fire, and safecracking in Chatham County
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office has secured warrants for a Durham man in connection with a series of related breaking and entering and larceny offenses reported in the early morning hours of August 17, 2025. Keshaun Christopher…
Chatham Central High School named a 2025 PTEC Signature School
Pittsboro, NC – Chatham Central High School (CCHS) has been honored as one of 24 schools named a 2025 PTEC Signature School by the Piedmont Triad Education Consortium (PTEC). The announcement was made during PTEC’s Annual Meeting held Thursday, December…
Bear Creek felon arrested on firearm charge
Bear Creek, NC – A probation search conducted on December 8, 2025, resulted in felony firearm charges for a Bear Creek man following the discovery of a rifle inside his home. North Carolina Probation and Parole Officers were conducting a…
Illegal immigrant arrested in Charlotte light rail stabbing
By Nick Craig Charlotte, NC – The City of Charlotte and the light rail system are back in the news, after an individual was seriously injured in a stabbing on the Blue Line Friday night. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police said on Friday,…