Chatham County Sheriff: Avoid Jordan Lake Due to Unsafe Conditions
The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office is urging the public to avoid the Jordan Lake area due...
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Town of Pittsboro Buys Land on JA Farrell Street for New Town Hall Building
The Pittsboro Board of Commissioners officially approved the purchase of property at 205 JA...
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Chatham County Sheriff Identify 2 Dead Boaters From Jordan Lake, Storm
UPDATE: The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office said Friday the two recovered boaters are...
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On the Porch: Noah Smalls: A Peek Behind the Curtain of the Art World
Noah Smalls is a curator, exhibition designer, gallery director, and consultant committed to advancing equity and social impact in the arts. He currently serves as Director of Exhibitions and Collections Management at the Williams College Museum of Art and as Gallery Director at Rush Arts in Philadelphia.
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A Pittsboro Recording Studio is For Sale — But Don’t Expect Its Goals to Change
The Manifold Recording studio and Chatham County property is for sale, and its owners are seeking a buyer with a similar vision to theirs.
Read MoreChatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp on the Disney Development, ABC Store Opens
Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 the Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, June 24, discussing town news and events. He talked about cooling centers being activated with the extreme temperatures this week. He also gave us the latest on Disney’s Asteria development. He talked about the ribbon cutting at a new ABC Store in town, the master planning for a new park, and more.
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Three New Projects Aim to Expand High-Speed Internet Access in Chatham County
Three new high-speed internet projects are coming to Chatham County thanks to grant awards from NCDIT.
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On the Porch: Melissa Driver Beard and Rebecca Hankins – Battling Food Insecurity in Chatham
This Week:
Melissa Driver Beard, CORA, Executive Director
Melissa has over 30 years of experience in nonprofit management, including 20 years in executive leadership. She has directed local, state, national, and international programs that advocate for basic human needs and rights. Under Melissa’s leadership, CORA has achieved over a 200% increase in income and an 88% rise in direct client services, demonstrating her ability to drive transformative growth. With a background in global advocacy, program development, and organizational capacity building, Melissa has championed solutions to food insecurity since 2009, fostering collaboration and sustainability.
Rebecca Hankins, CORA, Development and Communications Director
Rebecca brings more than 20 years of experience as a skilled fundraiser, communication strategist, and project manager. During her tenure at CORA, she spearheaded initiatives that increased fundraising revenue by 250% and expanded donor support by 50%. Rebecca is known for her creative approach to donor engagement, digital and traditional media strategies, and rebranding efforts that elevate CORA’s visibility. Her expertise lies in leveraging partnerships and technology to ensure program sustainability and community impact.
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Body of Missing Fisherman Recovered on Friday, Says Chatham County Sheriff’s Office
After searching Thursday evening and early Friday morning, the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office said first responders recovered the body of a drowned fisherman just south of Jordan Lake.
Read MoreChatham County Roundup: Chair of the County Commissioners Karen Howard
Chair of the Chatham County Commissioners Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, June 18. She discussed the passage of the budget for Chatham County, including what she is most proud of in the budget. She discussed the latest on Wolfspeed as that company cuts positions as part of a Chapter 11 restructuring. She also talked about new “Welcome to Chatham County” signs that will be put on 15-501, and more.
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