Monthly Archives: July 2022
LGBTQ book displays at ABSS and public libraries draw concerns, particularly when aimed at young children
Parents express concerns about displays in ABSS schools, including elementary schools, and at May Memorial Library, especially those aimed at young children; see 3-part story in this week's (June 30, 2022) edition:
* Mamie and Anthony Brooks have alternated taking turns expressing concerns to school...
Burlington man shot Sunday night; police believe shooter was known to the victim
A Burlington man was shot Sunday night in the 600 block of Maple Avenue.
When Burlington police arrived shortly after 8:00 p.m., they found Christopher Shawn Bailey, 31, lying inside of a residence suffering from a gunshot wound.
Bailey was transported by Alamance County EMS to...
Graham police investigate shooting of 21-year-old off East Parker Street
Details were few and unclear regarding a Saturday afternoon shooting in the 700 block of White Street, off East Parker Street in northern Graham.
Graham police reported responding at 4:41 p.m. regarding what had been reported as an accidental shooting.
A 21-year-old male victim was taken...
Two arrested after gunfire erupts at family gathering
Two men were arrested last week after they allegedly exchanged gunfire during a family gathering in the northern part of the county.
Brandon Marcel Bryant and Kendrick Eugene Sellars, Jr. have both been charged with felonies for their alleged roles in the shootout at 2665...
Chatham Co. teen accused of kidnapping, sex crimes
A 19-year-old resident of Chatham County is behind bars this week after he allegedly kidnapped and sexually assaulted two juveniles at a location in Alamance County.
Edwin Silva-Badillo was ultimately taken into custody on Thursday based on the results of an investigation that the office...
Snow Camp, Mebane events set for Fourth of July
Snow Camp Fourth of July Parade
The Snow Camp Fourth of July Parade will begin at 10:00 a.m. at Sylvan Elementary School, 7718 Sylvan Road in Snow Camp.
The parade will follow its traditional route around Sylvan School and Drama Roads before returning to the school....
4th of July Celebration and Fireworks in Mebane
The City of Mebane will host the 4th of July Independence Day Celebration on Monday, July 4, 5:30-10:00 p.m., at the Mebane Arts and Community Center (MACC), 633 Corregidor Street off Third Street in Mebane.
Bring family and friends to enjoy: Food Trucks and Vendors...
BREAKING FRIDAY AFTERNOON: Baby found dead in hot car
Mebane police report that they were unsuccessful in resuscitating an unresponsive 12-month-old found in an employee's car at the Armacell plant, 7412 Oakwood Street Extension, Mebane.
Police responded earlier today at about 12:23 p.m. based on a reported cardiac arrest. Upon arrival, CPR...
Graham city council adopts revised water & sewer development fees – higher, but not as high as originally recommended
Graham city council members scaled back by more than half the water and sewer system development fee increases that they had been considering for the new fiscal year that begins July 1.
The fees are charged – often in the past referred to as a...
Burlington fireworks set for tonight – at new location
2022 has new location due to ongoing construction at City Park
The City of Burlington’s annual July fireworks show will take place tonight – Friday, July 1. The Independence Day celebration fireworks show will be shot from the Burlington Athletic Stadium, home of the Burlington...
