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9 most popular Chatham Journal stories of January 2026

February 3, 2026

Pittsboro, NC – Here were the nine most popular Chatham Journal stories of January 2026:

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  1. Chatham County prepares for Walk for Peace route via U.S. 64
  2. 18-year-old charged in Briar Chapel vehicle break-ins, thefts, and firearm larceny
  3. Florida man charged in Chatham County burglary and financial card theft
  4. Haw River Assembly files lawsuit seeking transparency and proper oversight for North Carolina’s largest development
  5. Ice storms vs. heat pumps: Winter weather makes heat pumps work overtime
  6. 3 Guys from Pittsboro having lunch meet Caitlin Murphy
  7. Chatham County real estate 2026: Growth, challenges, and community voices
  8. Sec. Duffy: North Carolina must revoke illegally issued CDLs or lose $50M
  9. Caring, critical thinking key in newly expanded CCCC nursing program

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On 9/11, 38 planes landed at an airport in Newfoundland. What followed was humanity at its best... — Daily Mail

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Chick-fil-A's real estate team accepts less than 1% of franchise applicants and is equally selective about locations. Costco requires average household income above $100,000 in the trade area before they will even consider opening. Trader Joe's site selection process takes years

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🏈Our unofficially official North Carolina FBS power rankings, preseason edition:

1. NC State: Elite QB, manageable schedule, amazing vibes around Carter-Finley with Canes winning the Cup in the building next store. Is this the year?

2. Duke: The program is earning our respect

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1st Seaforth touchdown pass against Chapel Hill on Thursday evening #chathamnc

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Take a look at our upcoming athletic events as we head off into next week! ⚔️

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Please note the accepted passes for athletic events at Jordan-Matthews High School: The NC senior pass is now $5 at NCHSAA events, children ages 6 & under are free admission, and the blue season pass for sponsors is accepted at JMHS. You can also purchase digital tickets at

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Craftsmanship of the 1800s: Exploring a Restored Homestead - 9.5.26

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December 6 - Chapel Hill vs. Northwood
🏀 Fascinating one here. Chapel Hill returns all six of its top scorers from last year’s 17-win squad, but Northwood brings back star Cam Fowler from the team that finished as the 2025 2A state runner-up.

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The Northwood High School Hall of Fame Committee selected the following individuals yesterday to be inducted in this year's 2025 Hall of Fame Class.
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