Dale Edwards

Mary Lucas decided to jump into the race for N.C. House District 50 not just because she wanted to raise her voice, but because she wants herself — and others like her — to be heard loud and clear. “I think we have been too quiet,” she said. “If you’re si... See more

Having grown up in Orange County, an expectation of accountability has followed Charles Blackwood like a shadow. As a kid, he knew the people in his community knew his parents, and knew where his parents lived. He also knew his church was keeping an eye o... See more

In 2003, when Will Atherton and his wife first moved to Orange County, the couple was starting fresh. “We did not know a soul when we got here,” he said. “But that was kind of great. We explored a lot, the rural areas, the downtown. Back then, Walmart was... See more

If there’s one thing you can bet on when Saru Salvi gets behind a mission, it’s that she won’t hold back. “I am known for jumping in all the way,” she said. “And when I commit to something, I commit wholeheartedly.” Salvi is retired, but she believes her ... See more

As folks solidify their Super Bowl plans for this Sunday’s big event, Hillsborough will have a special reason for plopping down in front of their TVs. Yes, when the big game begins, many eyes will be focused on a local who could give us all something to h... See more