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Williams High School selects second class for Athletics Hall of Fame

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By Bob Sutton Special to The Alamance News Ten individuals and one team have been selected for induction into the second class of the Williams Athletics...

Elon town council clamps down on parking along four residential streets

Elon
Mere months after introducing metered parking to the downtown area, Elon’s town council has kept the momentum rolling with additional restrictions on parking along...

Has Democratic Party pulled support from county commissioner candidate Sean Ewing?

2026 Elections
QUESTION: Has the Alamance County Democratic Party pulled its support from Sean C. Ewing’s campaign for Alamance County’s board of commissioners?  ANSWER: It appears that...

Visiting judge dismisses long-running lawsuit over parking dispute at Mebane’s Manorfield subdivision

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A visiting superior court judge from Wake County has permanently dismissed a long-running lawsuit over parking restrictions in common areas within the Manorfield subdivision...
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ABSS: Good news, for a change

We’ve had plenty of occasions on this page to critique the poor performance of ABSS schools, administration, and school board over recent years. But this...

Much ado about . . . data centers

Public speakers at last week’s public hearing and the county commissioners to whom they expressed their concerns may have breathed a sigh of relief...

Beware expanding the (Burlington) city council

Another topic which looks to us like a solution in search of a problem to address is the idea embraced by Bur-lington’s city council...

ENOUGH!

This newspaper has covered local governments for the at least the past 69 years. We’ve seen all sorts of combinations of mayors and council members,...

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Has Democratic Party pulled support from county commissioner candidate Sean Ewing?

QUESTION: Has the Alamance County Democratic Party pulled its support from Sean C. Ewing’s campaign for Alamance County’s board of commissioners?  ANSWER: It appears that...

Graham city councilman wary of mayor’s new committee, link to Democratic campaign contributions

Graham city councilman Jim Young criticized the city’s mayor over a proposed new committee she is organizing outside of the official municipal committees appointed...

New commissioner sworn in

Burlington businessman Sam Powell seemed to be in his element this week when he was formally installed as the newest member of Alamance County’s...

GOP executive committee will determine Paisley replacement; both parties will designate candidates for Nov. ballot for partial term

The death of John Paisley, Jr. has done more than just rob the community of a dedicated civic leader. It has also created a...

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2026 Elections

Has Democratic Party pulled support from county commissioner candidate Sean Ewing?

QUESTION: Has the Alamance County Democratic Party pulled its support from Sean C. Ewing’s campaign for Alamance County’s board of commissioners?  ANSWER: It appears that...

What happened to ABC general mgr.?

The Public Asks: Were county commissioners wrong to attend grassroots event...

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Did sheriff strike fans of campaign rivals from his agency’s list...

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Visiting judge dismisses long-running lawsuit over parking dispute at Mebane’s Manorfield...

A visiting superior court judge from Wake County has permanently dismissed a long-running lawsuit over parking restrictions in common areas within the Manorfield subdivision...

Mark Crotts, whose 3 successive murder trials captured county in 1990s...

Pardon of innocence first step to seeking payment for wrongful conviction

City offers $23K to settle court battles with local boarding house...

Appeals Court overturns kidnapping convictions in 2023 armed B&E in Graham

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Pair Perfectly Grilled Steak with a Cool, Creamy Sidekick

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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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