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Girls’ basketball to be featured in Central City Classic Williams

Sunday Sports Special
By Bob Sutton Special to The Alamance News Williams coach Jason Cheek envisioned making a bigger deal of some intriguing girls’ basketball matchups last season. From that,...

School system gets part of $8.5M bailout despite friction with county commissioners

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Alamance County’s commissioners rekindled an on-and-off feud with the Alamance-Burlington school system this week as they revisited a plea for a financial lifeline that...

Does commissioner’s son-in-law work for company he keeps promoting for mold remediation?

Public Asks
QUESTION: At several commissioner meetings, including one Monday, commissioner chairman John Paisley, Jr. continually mentions favorably the job Sasser Restoration did on the first...

Did ABSS boycott the Graham Christmas parade?

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QUESTION:  Who prohibited all of the ABSS bands from marching in the Graham Christmas parade and why?  I heard it was because of the...
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Another ABSS “hair on fire” funding emergency

Alamance County commissioners have been relatively patient, in our view, in hearing the repeated – always urgent and almost monthly – pleas (often expressed...

On this Veterans Day, remember: Silent soldiers also serve

They walk among us in uniforms of ordinary clothing in ordinary places. They go to jobs they won’t get to keep, attend schools they...

ABSS hatches new scheme to hide public information from the public

Leave it to bureaucrats who can’t seem to be creative about any other dimension of their jobs to be creative about ways to keep...

The one (smart) adult in the ABSS room

We’re a bit behind in giving a word of thanks, and encouragement, to the one ABSS bureaucrat who appears to be at least trying...

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Incumbents, commissioner challengers, judicial candidates first to file for 2024

Alamance County’s incumbent state legislative delegation – state senator Amy Galey, and state representatives Steve Ross and Dennis Riddell, all Republicans – were among...

Amen to That: Dejuana Bigelow sworn in as first black woman Burlington city council member

Judge Larry Brown struck a resolutely spiritual tenor on Tuesday when he ascended the stage of Burlington’s Paramount Theater to swear in the city’s...

Filing season to open Mon. – unless court challenges slow the process

The starting gates for next year’s general election are primed to open early next week when Alamance County’s elections office expects to kick off...

Attorney/county commissioner Craig Turner announces district court judge candidacy

Local attorney and county commissioner Craig Turner is announcing his plans to seek an appointment to a vacant district court judgeship – and ultimately...

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THE PUBLIC ASKS

Public Asks

Does commissioner’s son-in-law work for company he keeps promoting for mold...

QUESTION: At several commissioner meetings, including one Monday, commissioner chairman John Paisley, Jr. continually mentions favorably the job Sasser Restoration did on the first...

Did ABSS boycott the Graham Christmas parade?

Did Haw River town council candidate embellish his resume?

THE PUBLIC ASKS: Does Green Level town councilman-elect have criminal...

THE PUBLIC ASKS: When are provisional ballots counted?

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Education

Did Gibsonville private school do background check on teacher now charged...

QUESTION: A teacher at a private school in Gibsonville was recently arrested, and she appears to have prior convictions.  Don’t they do any kind...

State budget expands potential funds for private school tuition

AN ALAMANCE NEWS COMPREHENSIVE REPORT – For ABSS, more bad news:...

Four-year graduation rate declines for second year in a row

Nearly half of county schools receive D & F school performance...

Recipes

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Pair Perfectly Grilled Steak with a Cool, Creamy Sidekick

(Family Features) Firing up the grill and watching tender cuts sizzle on the grates means a mouthwatering meal is on the way, but don’t...
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A Twist on Traditional Burgers

(Family Features) Warm weather and grilling go hand-in-hand, and few dishes say summer like burgers. While traditional beef patties come to mind for many,...
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Create a Healthier Routine with a Better-for-You Favorite

(Family Features) Taking time to nurture your health and well-being starts with building healthier habits. As the seasons change, challenge yourself to make small...
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Serve Up a Game Day Snack

(Family Features) Gear up for a game day experience to remember with satisfying snacks that energize your crowd. As almost everyone’s favorite part of...
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An Elegant Veal Meal to Impress Your Valentine

(Family Features) Celebrating a special moment with your special someone this Valentine’s Day starts with a romantic meal. Cooking an elegant dish in your...
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