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Duke Energy, county officials to test sirens around Harris Nuclear Plant next week
Duke Energy and county officials will be testing the sirens at a New Hill nuclear plant next week. The 85 outdoor warning sirens around Harris Nuclear Plant will be tested for five to 30 seconds between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. on July 10. To ensure they are functioning properly, it may be necessary to test some sirens more than once.
Man drowns while swimming at Jordan Lake
Chatham County Sheriff's Office said a man drowned at Jordan Lake.The sheriff's office said Eduardo Martinez, 52, of Carrboro drowned while swimming at the lake with his family near the intersection of Martha's Chapel Road and Farrington Road.Deputies responded at 8:47 p.m. on Tuesday and recovered Martinez's body later that night.In addition to the Chatham County Sheriff's Office, first responders included North Chatham Fire Department, FirstHealth Emergency Medical Services, Chatham County Emergency Management, and the Medical Examiner.With the upcoming holiday weekend, Sheriff Mike Roberson emphasized the importance of water safety and adherence to swimming regulations."As we approach the busy holiday weekend, we urge everyone to prioritize safety while enjoying the natural resources our county has to offer," he said."Swimming in designated areas of Jordan Lake and following safety guidelines can prevent such heartbreaking incidents. Please be mindful of the dangers and take the necessary precautions to ensure a safe and enjoyable time for all."Earlier this month, a 25-year-old Charlotte man drowned during a fishing outing at Jordan Lake. In May, a 16-year-old boy drowned at the lake while attending a birthday celebration. Deputies said the Winston-Salem teen died after he was seen swimming in a restricted area.
Dramatic Multi-County Police Chase in North Carolina Ends in Standoff
PITTSBORO, N.C. — A turbulent chase spanning multiple counties led to an intense standoff involving North Carolina State Highway Patrol on Sunday. The authorities shared that the episode began late on Saturday night. Pursuit begins near Raleigh. It all started at around 10:54 p.m., when troopers initiated a pursuit...
Goldston Public Library announces free July programs and events
Goldston, NC – Goldston Public Library is excited to announce free programs and events during the month of July for the Chatham County community to enjoy. Goldston Public Library invites the Chatham community to the library for a pop-up Q & A session about gardening, lawns, landscapes, native plants, and house plants. The NC Cooperative Extension Master Gardener volunteers of Chatham County will be on hand to answer these questions. Volunteers can also help participants learn to access and use the online resources available at no cost from the NC Cooperative Extension.
Groundbreaking to grounded: The standstill of VinFast’s $4B EV factory plans
Moncure, NC – Plans to build VinFast’s proposed $4 billion electric vehicle factory in Moncure, Chatham County, remain on hold as the county awaits information on the contractors that will be working on the site. “The Chatham County Central Permitting and Inspections Department has finished reviewing the revised...
Jefferson City Baseball's Jordan Martin invited to Team USA U18 camp
Jefferson City — Jays Baseball standout Jordan Martin is taking his game worldwide. Earlier this summer, Martin received an invitation to a camp hosted by Team USA later this month. The upcoming Jefferson City senior was one of 80 players from around the country to receive the opportunity. "It's...
Jet Sports Training Male Athlete of the Month: Local youth baseball talent Carlo Rivero
Tucson youth Carlo Rivero is coming off an impressive performance in front of USA Baseball coaches last week at Cary, N.C., and he is closer to being part of this country’s youngest assembly of baseball talent in international competition. Rivero was one of 24 players to advance to the...
Olympic sendoff set for Sunday, featuring USA Swimming
CARY, N.C. (July 2, 2024) – The North Carolina Courage will celebrate an Olympic sendoff this Sunday, July 7, during their home match against Racing Louisville. The match will kick off at 4:30 p.m. ET and tickets are available here. USA Swimming, which is training in Cary this week,...
NC governor to participate in White House meeting amid concerns over Biden's debate performance
North Carolina's Gov. Roy Cooper plans to participate virtually in a White House meeting today with other Democratic governors across the country and President Joe Biden, according to the governor's office. The meeting, confirmed by the White House, comes after a group of Democratic governors talked on Monday about concerns...
Fresh Tracks: Skylar Gudasz Searches for Meaning in Her “Truck”
North Carolina artist Skylar Gudasz takes a soul-searching journey in “Truck,” a new track that’s surfaced from her upcoming album, “Country,” which will be released on August 9. In the laid-back roots-rock tune, Gudasz calls out comforting voices from the radio, including Lucinda Williams and...
What-A-Burger #13 in N. Carolina Fires Back in Suit Versus Whataburger in Texas
Whataburger is a Texas born and bred burger chain that has gained a huge following throughout its 50 plus years. A few years ago, Whataburger decided to sell so they could have the opportunity to spread their burger goodness across the country. That prompted many in Texas to turn against the burger giant. The company now has plans to expand into the Carolinas where a similarly named burger joint exists, What-A-Burger #13. Whataburger has talked with this restaurant before and believed they breached their agreement and violated their trademark.
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