Raleigh, NC – In a heartbreaking finish, the NC State Wolfpack squandered a seven-point lead with just 52 seconds remaining, falling to the Miami Hurricanes 77-76 in a game that could have solidified their position in the ACC standings. The loss…
Northwood High School retires Drake Powell’s jersey
Pittsboro, NC – On Thursday, February 12, 2026, Northwood High School in Pittsboro, retired the #32 jersey of Drake Powell, a former standout student-athlete currently playing for the Brooklyn Nets in the NBA. The ceremony, held during the NBA All-Star…
With stars sidelined, UNC routs Pitt behind a ruthless start and a “next man up” surge
CHAPEL HILL — North Carolina spent much of the week answering uncomfortable questions — about toughness after a road loss, about health after a hand injury, about depth after two rotation pieces were ruled out. On Saturday afternoon in the…
Beloved tiger Naveen dies after brief illness at Carolina Tiger Rescue in Pittsboro
Pittsboro, NC – Naveen, one of seven tigers cared for at Carolina Tiger Rescue, has died after what the sanctuary described as a brief but serious illness that ultimately led staff to make the “difficult decision” to euthanize him, closing…
Chatham County Board of Commissioners to meet on February 16
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Board of Commissioners will meet on Monday, February 16, 2026, at the Chatham County Historic Courthouse located at 9 Hillsboro Street, Second Floor Courtroom in Pittsboro. The Work Session will begin at 2:00 p.m.…
Chatham County Schools teacher arrested for sexual exploitation of minor
Siler City, NC – On Friday, February 13, 2026, agents with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) Computer Crimes Unit, with assistance from the Carrboro Police Department and the Siler City Police Department, executed a search warrant at…
Free tuition expanded in Chatham County
Pittsboro, NC – Chatham County has expanded eligibility for assistance to help residents attend college tuition and fee-free. A new scholarship program at CCCC is set to help adults earn credentials tuition-free. Adults in Chatham County who graduated from high…
Last-second Trimble dagger sends UNC past Duke in an instant classic
Chapel Hill, NC – North Carolina trailed Duke for essentially the entire night, got outmuscled on the glass, and spent long stretches looking like the moment might be too big — right up until it wasn’t. With 0.4 seconds left,…
Scott Forbes maps UNC’s 2026 path from winter workouts to opening weekend
Chapel Hill, NC – With snow shovels and tarp rollers doubling as preseason equipment, North Carolina baseball coach Scott Forbes arrived at his February 3 media availability sounding equal parts eager and unsentimental. The season was close, he said —…
From “punched” to “bloodied”: How Jon Scheyer’s court-storm quote evolved — and why the backlash did, too
Chapel Hill, NC — In the immediate aftermath of North Carolina’s last-second 71–68 win over Duke on Saturday night, the chaos of a twice-rushed court produced one of the weekend’s most replayed soundbites. Duke coach Jon Scheyer, visibly shaken in…
Forged check linked to Chatham County theft
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office has charged a Georgia man in connection with a forged check that investigators say was cashed outside North Carolina and tied to funds stolen from a Chatham County resident. The Chatham County…
Siler City woman faces felony charges in financial card fraud and identity theft case
Siler City, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office has charged a Siler City woman following an investigation into the unauthorized use of a victim’s credit card at multiple locations in and around Chatham County. Brittany Nicole Johnson, 35, of…
Sanctuary milestone: Tigers in Pittsboro, lions in Eureka Springs
Pittsboro, NC – In mid-January, Carolina Tiger Rescue, Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, and Little French Key successfully completed the Operation Flight to Sanctuary, a historic international rescue of eight big cats from Honduras. Five tigers have safely arrived at Carolina…
Chatham County lifts State of Emergency
Pittsboro, NC – On February 3, 2026, Chatham County lifted its State of Emergency due to Winter Storm 2. Chatham County implemented the State of Emergency on January 30th, authorized under Article 1A of Chapter 166A and Article 36A of…
NCHSAA announces schedule adjustments due to winter weather
Chapel Hill, NC – In response to the widespread snow and hazardous travel conditions affecting communities across North Carolina, the NCHSAA has made several changes to the upcoming calendar. With the safety of all participants, officials, and spectators in mind,…
Chatham County celebrates first county-funded farmland preservation project
Snow Camp, NC – Chatham County marked a major milestone in farmland protection with the Stensvad Farmland Preservation Ceremony, held on Friday, January 23, 2026, at Stensvad Farm in Snow Camp. The event celebrated the successful closing of the 58-acre…