Posts Tagged ‘Siler City’
Historically Speaking
Every county in North Carolina has its own unique history. As for Chatham County, there is much to be said about its agricultural, industrial and mining industries. Formed in 1771 by early European settlers, Chatham County boasts a host of historical sites. Named in 1758 for William Pitt, the first Earl of Chatham, early English Quakers…
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Summer is Heating Up in Chatham County
With the kids out of school, summertime becomes a never-ending search for fun, budget-friendly activities. This June, Chatham County has no shortage of activities for the whole family. As temperatures are on the rise outside, make your next cool summer adventure be any one of these Chatham County activities. Fun for the entire family! 1. Visit with…
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Come to the Milo Holt Western Celebration
Do you like cowboys and cowgirls? What about John Wayne and other Hollywood Western heroes? If so, you should head to Siler City in Chatham County May 15–16 for the Milo Holt Western Festival, a Western-themed, family-friendly festival that celebrates Western movies! Who is Milo Holt? There’s nothing quite like a good Western film. A throwback to…
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Spring Class at Central Carolina in Pittsboro
Pittsboro, NC — Many is the time I’ve driven past the campus of Central Carolina on West Street without giving it a second thought. But having a college in Pittsboro is an incredible resource, so I browsed the offerings and came up with a few interesting things to share. Central Carolina Central Carolina Community College, as…
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Two Mega Developments in Chatham Country
Pittsboro, NC – Two developments on opposite ends of Chatham would change the landscape and the economic character of the county. What do you think about it? Chatham/Randolph Megasite On the west side of the county, just past Siler City, is the Chatham/Randolph Megasite. It’s a huge tract of land suitable for automobile manufacturing. Yes, autos. Right here…
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