As I (Greg Stewart) was editing these photographs, I wrestled with how to describe the process of vote counting on Election Day night. Then I remembered that Chatham County Democratic Party 1st Vice Chair Vickie Shea had written an excellent description of what happens to our ballots. Her document is available in total right here on the Chatham County Democratic Party website and provides a thorough description of what happens to our ballots after we vote. Here’s the link to

The mood was jubilant as Chatham County Democrats watched the election results roll in from across the county, state, and nation. Party volunteers were joined by several candidates through the evening, including Mike Roberson, Katie Kenlan, Todd Roper, Steve Maynor, Sarah D’Amato, and Jane Allen Wilson. Cynthia Reives visited and spoke briefly on behalf of Robert Reives, who was already in Raleigh with Senator Elect Roy Cooper. Photographs by Chris Yarborough and Greg Stewart

Congresswoman Valerie Foushee made time in her busy schedule for a little poll greeting here in Chatham County at the CCCC Health Sciences Building. She greeted voters on the next to last day of early voting. Polls will be open today (Friday, October, 30) until 7:30 this evening and on Saturday 8 am until 3 pm. Election Day is on Tuesday, November 3, 6:30 am until 7:30 pm.

On the evening of Thursday, October 29, North Carolina House Democratic Leader Robert Reives came to the poll in Goldston to take advantage of early voting opportunities that are available across the state. Leader Reives was joined by his family, who have made voting together a family tradition. Son TJ will join in as soon as he turns 18. (L to R) Cynthia, Brianna, TJ, and Robert. There are two days of early voting left in Chatham County with the polls open on Friday from 8 a

A few months ago, Republican members of the Chatham County and North Carolina Boards of Elections denied voters in Chatham County the opportunity to vote on Sunday afternoons. So on the afternoon of Sunday, October 25, Democratic volunteers fanned out across the county to make sure that Democratic voters are ready to cast their ballots during the rest of early voting or on Election Day. Volunteers heard instructions and words of appreciation and encouragement from Chatham Dem

On the evening of October 21, 2026, NC State Senator Natalie Murdock was joined by NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson for a reception in Senator Murdock’s honor. Chatham County officials in attendance were Commissioners Karen Howard and Katie Kenlan, along with Sheriff Steve Maynor. The reception was held at the Briar Chapel Clubhouse in Chatham County.

10/20/2026 We tend to think about elections only when we go to the polls to vote for the candidates and issues of our choosing, but the work of elections is a year round process that is performed by the Board of Elections and the elections staff who make it happen. At their regular monthly meeting on the evening of October 20, the Chatham County Board of Elections processed all of the 283 absentee mail-in ballots received so far. This process consisted of a spot-check of one

Organized by tireless and dedicated volunteer Joanna Hedrick, Siler City’s (NC) March to the Polls took place on Saturday afternoon, October 17. Carrying signs and chanting, an estimated 58 people made the 10 minute march from downtown Siler City to the poll that was open for voting. Two first-time voters led the march. Congressional candidate (NC09) Richard Ojeda marched with the other volunteers to express his support. He also took time to pose with supporters for selfies.

On October 10, the Silk Hope Ruritan Club near Siler City was the site of the Candidate Chili Challenge. Sponsored by the Chatham County Democratic Party, the event was a great way spend a rainy Saturday afternoon enjoying some great chili, some good company, while benefiting from an opportunity to meet and speak with candidates who are running for offices from Congress in Washington to the school board right here in Chatham County. Candidates who participated were • Valerie

The main hall at Oakland Farm in Chatham County was packed with guests from all over North Carolina who came to honor Representative Robert Reives for his annual birthday celebration. Guests included former Congressman Bob Etheridge and current NC Superintendent of Education, Mo Green. Superintendent Green delivered the keynote address during the program. Introductions and speeches were also made by Chatham Board of Education candidate Sarah D’Amato, Chatham County Democratic

Keeping it local was on the agenda for recent Democratic precinct meetings in Moncure and Goldston in Chatham County, NC, where candidates running for office in races from the Chatham County Board of Education to Congress in Washington, had the opportunity to speak with small but civically engaged groups of voters. With the start of early voting on October 15, candidates are impossibly busy with many requests for their time. This is especially true for those who are running s

On October 1, the Western Chatham County Branch of the NAACP and The Hispanic Liaison came together to host a North Carolina non-partisan candidate forum so that Chatham County citizens could hear a brief pitch from each of 16 candidates in attendance. Those candidates who were present were: US House of Representatives District 04-Mahesh (Max) Ganorkar District 09-Richard Ojeda NC Court of Appeals Seat 1-John Arrowood Seat 2-Tobias (Toby) Hampson Seat 3-Christine Walczyk Dist

On Sunday afternoon, September 20, more than 100 people joined together to show their support for incumbent candidate Katie Kenlan in her re-election bid for Chatham County Commissioner. Numerous elected officials and candidates were present to take part in the event. Among them were NC Representative Robert Reives, Superior Court Judge Allen Baddour, NC Senator Jonah Garson, Commissioner Mike Roberson, Sheriff Steve Maynor, Hoke County Commissioner and President of the Nort

It’s easy to see that many attempts are being made by the president to disrupt the upcoming mid-term elections. There are 3,069 counties in the United States and elections are administered at the county level. Here in Chatham County, NC, the Board of Elections meets on the third Tuesday of every month and the meetings are open to the public. Either in-person or remotely online. You should be attending these meetings in your county. It’s the best way to express your opinions d

On the afternoon of September 9, a group of Chatham seniors had the opportunity to meet and listen to county candidates who will be on the ballot in the upcoming election. The following candidates participated in the event. Commissioner Katie Kenlan (incumbent) Commissioner Franklin Gomez Flores (incumbent) Commissioner Mike Roberson (incumbent) Sheriff Steve Maynor (incumbent) Sarah D’Amato, Board of Education-District 3

On the evening of August 20, 2026, the Siler City Democratic Community Engagement Center was the site of a candidate meet and greet with three democrats who will be on the ballot for the general election in October and November. Hosted by West Siler City Precinct Chair Pam Hawe, Congressional candidate Richard Ojeda, State Senator Natalie Murdock, and Sheriff Steve Maynor each had a few minutes to speak formally with the full house of Siler City area citizens. Following that,

What’s better than brand new back-to-school supplies? How about brand new back-to-school supplies with a bounce house and a slide thrown in for fun! Add to that a great button making station for the kids and election information and voter registration for the grownups and you’ve got the whole package. To complete the Chatham County Democratic Party school supplies drive and distribution for this fall, the Chatham Dems followed up last week’s giveaway in Siler City with anothe

Many Chatham County Democratic Party donors made it possible for Siler City area students to start their school year off right with new backpacks, notebooks and many other school supplies that were available at no cost at the CORA and Boys and Girls Club facilities in Siler City on Saturday, August 8. In addition to collecting, sorting, and transporting the school supplies, Chatham Democratic volunteers distributed the free school supplies to excited students who came with th

For two hours on the evening of August 5, citizens of Chatham County had the opportunity to express their opinions to the Chatham County Board of Commissioners about the possible methane gas line that might be installed in western and southern Chatham County. Of the estimated 300 citizens in attendance, 50 people spoke in unanimous objection to the proposed project by the Canadian company, Enbridge, that would carry fracked gas to Moncure. Senator Natalie Murdock and congress

With all of the school supplies that have been donated by generous Chatham County Democrats, there’s barely room to walk in the storage area. We’ll be giving those supplies away for FREE at CORA and The Boys and Girls Club in Siler City on August 8th, 10am-1pm. We will also distribute the donated school supplies for FREE at the Boys and Girls Club in Pittsboro on August 15th, 10-2 pm. Items include bookbags, notebooks, books, and tons of supplies. Start the school year off ri

Vigils and other observances were held all across the country to honor the legacy of Congressman John Lewis, who was a tireless fighter against injustice and for equal voting rights for all. With the theme of Good Trouble Lives On, dozens of local citizens took part in a candlelight vigil at the Historic Courthouse Circle in Pittsboro, NC on Sunday evening, July 19. There was singing and spoken word in honor of Congressman Lewis. Many Chatham Dems participated. Information wa

On July 16, Alston Chapel Church in Pittsboro was the site of a blood drive that was sponsored by the Chatham County Democratic Party. Donors were greeted by Chatham Dem volunteers who performed the preliminary check-in and then provided snacks and beverages at the end. We had 31 people sign up, 23 successful donors, 8 first time donors for a total of 25 units collected! (There were 2 Power Red donors, which counts as double.) We achieved our goal and as a result, CCDP will r

The hot temperatures kept everyone inside, but there were still plenty of cool treats to share along with good conversations about both political and non-political topics. The ice cream social was held on the evening of July 14 and was hosted by the Chatham County Democratic Party at the West Chatham Community Engagement Center in Siler City.

Chatham County Democrats took part in the America 250 Community Celebration that was held on Saturday, June 27 at the Chatham County Agriculture and Conference Center. During the celebration volunteers shared information about getting involved with Chatham Dems by volunteering or making monetary donations, all of which serves to elect Democrats. They also distributed candidate information for the election in October and November. You can view the candidate information here.