Fourth of July

Carrboro: Joint Statement, Frederick Douglass’ Essay and Repaving

Carrboro Mayor Damon Seils joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell in-studio on Friday, July 1. He shares details on how his joint statement with the other Orange County mayors about abortion access came together, as well as Carrboro’s role in pushing for reproductive health. Plus: Seils shares various Fourth of July activities happening around town and details on the repaving of East Main Street.

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Chapel Hill: University Place, Athlete-Business Partnerships and July 4th

Ahead of the Fourth of July holiday, Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell. She details some of the item’s on this week’s agenda for the last town council meeting for the summer. Plus: business is changing, partially thanks to new rules in college athletics allowing athlete endorsements.

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Chapel Hill: Fourth of July, Aura and Meetings Galore

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to share some breaking news about the town’s upcoming holiday plans. Fourth of July fireworks will once again be held at Southern Community Park! Plus: Hemminger shares her thoughts on last night’s Aura development vote and upcoming Juneteenth celebrations.

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