By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC — Chatham County’s housing market is entering the second half of 2026 with an unusual combination of promise and pressure: major brand-name development, strong buyer interest, rising inventory, persistent affordability concerns, unresolved infrastructure questions and…
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – When Victor Czar was asked how long a community could last without water in a “zombie apocalypse,” the Sanford assistant city manager did not hesitate. “Nothing,” he said. The line drew a laugh, but…
Pittsboro, NC – Pittsboro, North Carolina, offers a rare mix in the Triangle region: historic small-town character, access to Chapel Hill, Raleigh and Durham, expanding new-home options, rural acreage, growing amenities, and a community culture that still feels personal. The…
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – During the April “Breakfast Club” presentation at 79 West in Chatham Park, developer Kirk Bradley offered his update on Pittsboro’s future. He laid out a philosophy of growth. A conversation with host Dustin Miller…
Pittsboro, NC – The Southern Environmental Law Center, on behalf of Haw River Assembly, Chatham Climate Action Network, and 7 Directions of Service, is challenging the Town of Pittsboro’s November 10, 2025 approval of the South Village Small Area Plan…
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – The question hovering over Chatham County’s courthouse square and new subdivisions alike sounds half like a boast and half like a warning: Is Pittsboro becoming the next Cary? A year of market data suggests…
Pittsboro, NC – Here were the nine most popular Chatham Journal stories of December 2025:
By Gene Galin Pittsboro, NC – As Chatham County continues to evolve, the local real estate market is witnessing unprecedented changes driven by major projects and community developments. From the anticipated impact of an automotive giant like Toyota to the…
Pittsboro, NC – Here were the nine most popular Chatham Journal stories of November 2025:
Pittsboro, NC – The Pittsboro Board of Commissioners has approved the Chatham Park South Village Small Area Plan, advancing a framework for roughly 5,000 acres of future development after a protracted public process and a final meeting dominated by questions…