Truffletopia in Pittsboro

By Madeline Safrit | May 16, 2024

Among the most luxurious of food items, truffles are becoming more common in everyday kitchens. While real truffles are rare, the experience of eating them is unforgettable. Pittsboro-based Truffletopia earned national attention from its co-owner’s appearance on ABC’s “Shark Tank” in 2017. Now, co-owners Josh Esnard, Tony Huey and Mickey Mitchell are working with European landowners to grow the truffles, while running production from their backyard in Pittsboro. Let’s dig into their story.

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New Communities in Chatham County!

By Madeline Safrit | April 22, 2024

Living in Chatham County offers numerous advantages, primarily due to its superb location in the heart of North Carolina. This central location allows residents to easily access significant business hubs and city amenities, all while enjoying the tranquility and reduced congestion of a smaller town. With its growing population, new communities and developments are opening their doors for homeowners. Let Julie Roland Realty welcome you home to one of Chatham County’s newest communities!

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The Shakori Hills Are Alive

By Madeline Safrit | March 30, 2024

The hills are alive! The Shakori Hills GrassRoots Festival of Music & Dance represents a unique partnership between the Shakori Hills Community Arts Center in Pittsboro and the GrassRoots Festival Organization. May 2-5, the 20th annual Shakori Hills GrassRoots Festival is a haven for enthusiasts of music, dance, art and education. This family-friendly environment caters to the interests of all music aficionados.

Operating as a nonprofit, the Shakori Hills Community Arts Center welcomes contributions to support its mission. You can also learn more about the Finger Lakes GrassRoots Festival Organization and its diverse array of cultural and artistic endeavors!

Tickets for the spring festival in Pittsboro are on sale now!

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