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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Nov 12, 2024 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp speaks over the phone with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, November 12 ahead of the town’s commissioners meeting set for the evening. Shipp details some of the agenda items, including updates on a major NCDOT project in north Pittsboro and significant funding help for streetscape work around the historic downtown. He also shares a recap of a special event honoring veterans, and specifically a local World War II veteran, last week. Finally, Shipp previews a bevy of ribbon-cutting events coming in the next week or two: a new hotel, a formal dedication for a pop-up park, and a local business celebrating its new ownership.

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South Bynum River Access Park to Undergo Expansion

Posted by Ben Crosbie | Nov 1, 2024 | Environment, Local Government, Recreation

The Chatham County Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources (CCPRCR) Department will be expanding...

Chatham County Sheriff’s Office Make Arrest After Gunfire at Residence

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Oct 31, 2024 | Crime, Safety

A Siler City man faces gun charges after shooting into a Pittsboro residence last week, according to the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office.

Pittsboro Man Charged with Felony Sexual Exploitation of a Minor

Posted by Michael Koh | Oct 31, 2024 | Crime

A joint operation between the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office and the Federal Bureau of...

Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp on the State of the Town

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Oct 29, 2024 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, October 29. He talked about his experience at this past weekend’s Pittsboro Street Fair. He also discussed the recent inaugural State of the Town event and speech, including some of the standout items in the address. He also shared yesterday’s joint meeting of the Pittsboro Board of Commissioners and the Chatham County Commissioners, and more.

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Chatham County Sheriff’s Office Continues Search for Missing Pittsboro Woman

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Oct 21, 2024 | Safety

The search for an elderly Pittsboro resident is extending into its third day, as the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office looks for Alice Parsons.

Here Are Ways You Can Donate to Local Drives for Hurricane Helene Relief

Posted by Staff | Oct 3, 2024 | Business, Environment, Nonprofit, Weather

After Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina last week, numerous local organizations,...

Chatham County Roundup: Kyle Shipp on Public Art, Agricultural Fair, Business Ribbon Cutting

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 24, 2024 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, September 24. He discussed the several public art pieces that are going up around Pittsboro, including two sculptures recently purchased by the town. He also talked about this past weekend’s Chatham County Fair, which will be celebrating its 75th year next year. He talked about a ribbon cutting at a new business just south of town, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp on 15-501 Moving and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 10, 2024 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, September 9. He discussed the recent business of the town council, including a final go ahead to moving 15-501 to bypass downtown Pittsboro. He also discussed some personnel changes, as the Public Information Officer and Emergency Manager will now be a director level position, and the town will hire a Communications Specialist. He also talked about adding a downtown support staff member, some upcoming town events, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp on Wade Barber Park and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 27, 2024 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, August 27. He discussed the dedication of Wade Barber Park in Pittsboro’s North Landing. He also talked about a recent session with the Hunt State Policy Fellows on K-12 Education. He also discussed his involvement in the EPA’s Water and Wastewater Systems Cybersecurity Task Force. He also mentioned upcoming community events, and more.

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