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Drake Powell’s sky-high defensive ceiling makes him a standout boom-or-bust prospect for Nets

Brooklyn Nets · Pittsboro

Drake Powell’s sky-high defensive ceiling makes him a standout boom-or-bust prospect for Nets

50% Left coverage: 4 sources

NEW YORK — Drake Powell’s sky-high defensive ceiling makes him a standout boom-or-bust prospect in the Brooklyn Nets’ 2025 draft class. While Egor Demin, Nolan Traore, Ben Saraf and Danny Wolf impressed with their skilled ball-handling and playmaking throughout the…See the Story

North Carolinians Have Serious Concerns About Disney’s Expansion Project in the State

Gentrification · Chatham County

North Carolinians Have Serious Concerns About Disney’s Expansion Project in the State

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Last month, after 18 months of wrangling, Disney got the go-ahead for Phase I of its Asteria Storyliving Community in Chatham County, North Carolina. Days after getting the approval, Disney broke ground on the infrastructure needed to build thousands of new houses in the area. Credit: Storyliving by Disney Disney’s Asteria will include 4000 residential units on 1,500 acres, green space, community buildings, neighborhood parks, and access to the …See the Story

One person hurt in fire at Siler City apartment complex, firefighters say

Siler City · Siler City

One person hurt in fire at Siler City apartment complex, firefighters say

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Firefighters said they managed to keep the fire to the two apartments and the roof, and no one else was injured.Read Article

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.Chatham County, North Carolina · Chatham County Read Article

Fisherman Drowns at Jordan Lake

100% Right coverage: 1 sources

The body of a missing fisherman who was swept away by the current below the B. Everett Jordan Dam was recovered Friday morning after he went missing Thursday night.Fishermen · Chatham County See the Story

Look: Eight escaped sheep rounded up in N.C., two remain on the loose

Coverage: 2 sources

Authorities in a North Carolina county said two sheep remain on the lam after 10 of the animals were found wandering loose.Property · Chatham County See the Story

Disney Finally Breaks Ground on Its North Carolina Expansion Project

Coverage: 2 sources

In December 2023, The Walt Disney Company announced its plans to build its next development in Chatham County, North Carolina. Disney’s Asteria will include 4000 residential units on 1,500 acres, green space, community buildings, neighborhood parks, and access to the development’s natural beauty, including the Haw River. Disney expects sales to begin on the new development in 2027. Credit: Storyliving by Disney Despite some community opposition,…Humane Society · Ontario See the Story

The Plant in Pittsboro to Host NC Hops and Roots Fest

The North Carolina Hops and Roots Fest is making its much-anticipated return this summer, June 27–29, at The Plant, Pittsboro’s hub for creativity, sustainability and celebration. After more than a decade since its last run, the family-friendly festival is back…Pittsboro · Pittsboro Read Article

Wolfspeed laying off 73 employees

100% Right coverage: 1 sources

SILER CITY — A Chatham County chipmaker will be laying off some employees.Siler City · Siler City Read Article

Town Leaders Approve First Phase of Disney's Asteria Community Planned ...

100% Center coverage: 4 sources

The Pittsboro Board of Commissioners approved the first phase of the Disney development Monday.Disney · Chatham County See the Story

Chatham County Roundup: Chatham County Roundup: Former Pittsboro Mayor and 'On The Porch' Host Randy Voller

Randy Voller — a realtor and former mayor of Pittsboro — joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, June 11 for the “Chatham County Roundup.” Fresh off a trip to Washington D.C., Voller discusses the trip to speak with congressional representatives about the real estate challenges in Chatham County and North Carolina, and he shares ways the federal government could help incentivize improving the housing market. He also discusses tren…Pittsboro · Pittsboro Read Article