Maritza Gonzalez

Concerns rise over Haw River bacterial contamination

Along a stretch of the Haw River known for tubing, swimming and quiet afternoons on the water, a different kind of presence has drawn concern in recent months. It’s one that residents say they can smell before they see.

Educators march through downtown Raleigh to demand action

The front lawn of the North Carolina Legislative Building in downtown Raleigh on May 1 was filled with the voices of frustrated educators and their supporters. The North Carolina Association of Educators held a rally at Halifax Mall, bringing together representatives from 18 school districts across the state, including Alamance County. Attendees said they came to advocate for increased funding for public schools and to push lawmakers to pass a long-delayed state budget. 

Elon Community Garden hosts annual Strawberry Festival

Limitless showcase brings hip-hop, R&B, community to Elon stage

Elon students stargaze to unwind, reconnect with nature

First rabies case of 2026 in Alamance County confirmed

New Odyssey Program director to promote community learning and advocacy