Kendall Anderson, a junior at Seaforth High School, achieved a perfect score on her Advanced Placement (AP) United States Government and Politics exam, placing her among only 48 students globally to …
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Abby Cavenaugh, North State Journal
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10/27/23
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PITTSBORO — Moncure, a community in Chatham County, is poised for growth and development following the county Board of Commissioners' endorsement of a long-term plan last week. The "Plan …
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Chatham News & Record staff
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10/27/23
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VinFast's second earnings report showcased both promising and concerning elements as the Vietnamese firm continues construction on its $4 billion plant in Chatham County, North Carolina.
North …
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Cooper Metts for the Chatham News & Record
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10/20/23
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SILER CITY — A missing referendum for the upcoming election ballot generated a heated discussion at Siler City town hall during the council’s second monthly meeting on Oct. 16.
Town …
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E.J. Sellers, North State Journal
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10/18/23
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RALEIGH — I made my annual visit to the fair on Monday with my wife, Beth, and our sons, Everett, 13, and James, 8. I've been going to the state fair since I can remember going anywhere. I've …
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Neal Robbins
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10/18/23
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A crucial recruitment campaign is currently underway across North Carolina, aiming to tackle the severe shortage of volunteer firefighters throughout the state, with a special emphasis on departments …
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Chatham News & Record staff
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10/12/23
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Chatham County's labor force participation rates have lagged behind national rates since the onset of the pandemic, according to data from the Federal Reserve and American Community Survey. Siler …
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Cooper Metts for the Chatham News & Record
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10/12/23
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) unveiled a series of initiatives last week with significant implications for North Carolina's farmers. These measures aim to bolster …
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North State Journal staff
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10/12/23
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BEAR CREEK — A Chatham County native is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after political hands in North Carolina. Chase Gaines grew up in Bear Creek and is earning a reputation for …
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Matt Mercer, North State Journal
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10/11/23
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SILER CITY – At 67, Siler City Mayor Thomas K. "Chip" Price III shows no signs of slowing down. His busy schedule includes city government, part-time work in retirement and managing his cattle …
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Chuck Thompson, Chatham News & Record
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10/5/23
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NEW HILL – The 85 outdoor warning sirens at the Harris Nuclear Plant will be tested on Wednesday, Oct 11. Working with emergency officials from Chatham, Harnett, Lee, and Wake counties, Duke …
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Chatham News & Record staff
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10/5/23
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PITTSBORO — The Pittsboro Board of Commissioners approved zoning changes, established a downtown social district, and appointed new Planning Board alternates at their recent meeting, last week. …
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North State Journal staff
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10/4/23
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PITTSBORO — Soon, local residents will find out if “Chatham County Runs on Dunkin’” as Chatham Park’s Northwood Landing has announced five new commercial tenants, …
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North State Journal staff
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9/28/23
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PITTSBORO — Multibillion-dollar manufacturing projects headline the bright future ahead for economic development in Chatham County, but local officials are also focused on the necessary …
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Cooper Metts for the Chatham News & Record
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9/28/23
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SILER CITY — An ongoing scam involving jury duty has surfaced in Chatham County and surrounding counties. Last week, Sheriff Mike Roberson’s Office issued a cautionary alert to …
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North State Journal staff
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9/27/23
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PITTSBORO — Alerts were issued over the weekend related to a chemical found in the Haw River, but preliminary testing of Pittsboro's drinking water does not show dangerous levels of the …
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North State Journal staff
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9/27/23
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SILER CITY — Undercover operations by the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office has resulted in nine arrests which include 36 felony and 39 misdemeanor charges. The operations focused on …
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North State Journal staff
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9/21/23
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PITTSBORO — Pittsboro Town Board of Commissioners held their regular scheduled meeting Monday, Sept. 11.
Among the items on the agenda included a landscaping proposal change …
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Chuck Thompson, Chatham News & Record
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9/20/23
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PITTSBORO – Chatham Community Library will be hosting a community blood drive with the American Red Cross next month. The blood drive will be held in the Holmes Family Room on Wednesday, …
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Chatham News & Record staff
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9/20/23
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PHOTOS: Intrepid Builders hosts grand opening in Pittsboro
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Photos by MATT RAMEY, News + Record Photographer
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6/9/23
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