‘Economics with Aria’ — Series Teaser
Have you ever wondered how macroeconomic policy affects our daily lives in Orange County? Join Aria Allen as she dives into monthly topics!
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Here’s How to Listen to 97.9 The Hill WCHL’s Election Night Coverage
Mar. 3 is Primary Election Night across North Carolina, and 97.9 The Hill WCHL will have special programming covering the local results.
Read MoreObituary for Karen Piplani
Karen Piplani died peacefully at home in Chapel Hill, NC on Feb 15, 2025 after a long illness. She was with her daughter, Mira, and husband, Ratan (Ray), at the time of her passing. She was born in 1941 to Christian Elmore...
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‘This is a Loud Voice’: Former UNC Trustee Discusses Push to ‘Renovate, Don’t Relocate’ Dean Smith Center
There are many contentious issues currently being discussed on the UNC campus. But perhaps none...
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The South Orange Dispatch: What Motivates People To Volunteer With SORS?
Did you know SORS is completely staffed by volunteers? It’s true! In this issue, we highlight some of our EMS Division members and learn what motivates them to take volunteer shifts on top of their work and school obligations.
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2026 Candidate Introductions: Orange County Register of Deeds
With the current Orange County Register of Deeds Mark Chilton retiring from the role after 12 years, the race to replace him is on.
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READ: Valerie Foushee, Nida Allam Answer 97.9 The Hill’s Questions on 2026 Campaigns
Valerie Foushee and Nida Allam, who are running for the U.S. House in North Carolina District 4, answer our questions about their campaigns.
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2026 Candidate Introductions: Democratic Primaries for the Chatham County Board of Commissioners
The Chatham County Board of Commissioners sees contested Democratic primaries in Districts 3 and 5 seats on the ballot for this spring.
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2026 Candidate Introductions: Orange County Board of Education
As the Orange County Schools district grapples with many of the same challenges other public schools are in North Carolina, four seats on the Board of Education are up for grabs in 2026.
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2026 Candidate Introductions: Democratic Primaries for the Orange County Board of Commissioners
After only one of the 2024 races for the Orange County Board of Commissioners was contested in the primary cycle, all three have competition this year.
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