Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Public Information Officer Colby Sawyer

In today's news: Chapel Hill provides an update on the future of its 36-acre property on Legion Road, with a pond slated for removal.

Disney posted the "first look" of its entrance sign into Pittsboro's Asteria neighborhood on Wednesday, featuring a "moon gate" archway.

Rocky River Hemp owner Sam Brownfield spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, July 28. He discussed in detail NC House Bill 328, titled the "Regulate Hemp-Derived Consumables" bill, and what that would mean to local hemp businesses in the state.

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, July 28, discussing town news and events. He talked about the town's hiring of a new planning director, and the responsibilities and expectations of that role. He also discussed some recent developments at town parks, the latest on the new Town Hall, the upcoming round of PBO 101, and more.

The American Red Cross is calling for immediate blood donations, declaring a national blood crisis for the second time in history.

In today's news: a UNC law professor weighs in on last month's Supreme Court ruling upholding 'birthright citizenship' in the Constitution.

The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a Pittsboro man after a domestic violence incident led to an armed standoff with police.

Twenty-two chickens, two turkeys, a rabbit and a dog are available for adoption after they were seized during an animal cruelty investigation.

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, July 14, discussing town news and events. They talked about the recent mid-July town meeting including some Parks and Rec updates, provided some new info on affordable housing at Chatham Park, and more. 

In today's news: Orange County Commissioners meet tonight to discuss the process of filling a vacancy on the board.