Charlotte, NC – Tickets for the 2023 Atlantic Coast Conference Football Championship Game will go on sale to the public one week from today, Tuesday, Sept. 19, at 11 a.m. via Ticketmaster.com and through the ACC’s official website at theACC.com. The 19th annual…
Discover the impact of AI on society: A free event at 79°West
By Burney Waring Pittsboro, NC – Will artificial intelligence be the downfall of civilization or your favorite app? Will AI be a tool for every worker, or will it steal our jobs? Is AI a ‘glorified tape recorder,’ or humanity’s…
Fighting discrimination: Our complaint against the Hispanic Liaison
By Gilbert Pagan Siler City, NC – Our organization filed a complaint of discrimination against El Vinculo Hispano on Sept 5, 2023 for denying us entry into the Hispanic Fiesta event to be held on Sept 16, 2023 in Siler…
Chatham County school board has concerns about NC Senate Bill 49 “Parents’ Bill of Rights”
Pittsboro, NC – During the September 8, Chatham County school board will vote on a resolution on clarification of North Carolina’s Senate Bill 49 “Parents’ Bill of Rights” From the meeting agenda – Senate Bill 49, Parent’s Bill of Rights…
Property taxes can threaten seniors’ ability to age in place
By Stephanie Talbott Pittsboro, NC – Property taxes are a concern for most everyone, and this especially becomes problematic for seniors on fixed incomes. The ever-increasing property taxes could eventually force some people out of their homes, preventing them from aging…
Andrew Waters: Your guide to farmland preservation in Chatham County
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham Soil and Water Conservation District is excited to welcome our new Farmland Preservation Coordinator, Andrew Waters. The Chatham County Board of Commissioners have prioritized the protection and development of agriculture by establishing and funding the…
Beer in North Carolina is booming again, but craft breweries are slowly recovering
By Kevin Garcia-Galindo Raleigh, NC – Last week, Beer Serves America reported that the beer industry contributes 75,082 jobs and brings in about $1.8 billion in taxes to the state of North Carolina. Yet according to a local craft brewery…
ALE agents execute search warrant, unearth 28 felonies at Modern Life Deli and Drink
Pittsboro, NC – Following a long-term investigation, ALE special agents charged several individuals with multiple felonies and misdemeanors. On Thursday, September 7, 2023, ALE special agents executed a search warrant at Modern Life Deli and Drink, 46 Sanford Road, Pittsboro, NC.…
Investigation into Hadeel Hikmat’s death expands with search warrants
Pittsboro, NC – Chatham County Sheriff’s Office Investigators executed search warrants Friday morning, September 8, 2023, at two Wake County locations as part of their ongoing investigation into the death of Hadeel Ghandhanfer Hikmat, age 34, of 736 Treviso Lane,…
Northwood High School welcomes Hall of Fame Class of 2023
Pittsboro, NC – Northwood High School will induct six members into its Athletics Hall of Fame Friday, September 8, at 7:30 p.m. The induction will take place during halftime of the football game against Southeast Alamance High School. Those being…
New series of free childbirth classes kick off in Chatham County on September 9
Siler City, NC – Starting on September 9, the Chatham County Public Health Department (CCPHD) will be presenting a new series of free childbirth classes, open to anyone, in partnership with the UNC Health Chatham Maternity Care Center. The classes…
Don’t miss the Chatham County native plant sale on September 8
By Debbie Roos Pittsboro, NC – On September 8 folks will have a rare opportunity to come to Pittsboro and buy native plants from our four Chatham County native plant nurseries! This sale is hosted by the N.C. Cooperative Extension,…
ACC announces dates and sites for 2023 fall sports championships
Charlotte, NC – The Atlantic Coast Conference has announced its 2023 championship dates and sites for its fall sports. As previously announced, the 19th annual ACC Football Championship Game will return to Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina,…
Disappointed coach slams NCAA over Tez Walker’s eligibility denial
Chapel Hill, NC – Below is a statement from UNC head football coach Mack Brown after learning that the NCAA committee reviewing Tez Walker’s case has voted to deny the reinstatement of his eligibility. Statement from UNC head football coach…
Ongoing investigation: Seeking details surrounding Hadeel Hikmat’s death
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office has identified the victim whose body was discovered in Jordan Lake last week as Hadeel Ghadhanfer Hikmat, 34, of 736 Treviso Lane, Apex. Her positive identification was determined through fingerprint analysis. The…
Introducing new sports writer covering Chatham County: Asheebo Rojas
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – Asheebo Rojas, Chatham County’s new sports writer for the Chatham News and Record, has hit the ground running in his role. I invited him to join me on a Facebook & YouTube live stream…
Chatham County’s Wolfspeed project receives prestigious economic development award
Siler City, NC – The Southern Economic Development Council (SEDC) honored Chatham County’s Wolfspeed project with the 2023 Community Economic Development Award for the 40,001-100,000 population category. The award recognizes outstanding communities for their efforts in advancing economic viability through…
13-year-old boy drowns at Jordan Lake over Labor Day weekend
Pittsboro, NC – In the wake of an unfortunate incident that occurred at Jordan Lake over the Labor Day weekend, Chatham County Sheriff Mike Roberson is emphasizing the critical importance of water safety and the use of life jackets. On…
Here are the Week 1 ACC Football Players of the Week
Charlotte, NC – The Atlantic Coast Conference Football Players of the Week have been recognized following their standout performances in last weekend’s games. The selections are determined by a vote of a select media panel. The following are this week’s…
Duke shocks college football world: Crushes Clemson 28-7 in prime-time thriller
Durham, NC – Duke out-scored No. 9 Clemson 22-0 in the second half and handed the Tigers a 28-7 defeat in a Labor Day Night prime-time game on Monday in Durham. The Blue Devils (1-0) feasted on three second-half turnovers…
