Hillsborough

Hillsborough: US70 Multi-Modal Project, Legislative Priorities, Last Friday Art Walk

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, March 26. He discussed the business of the Hillsborough Board of Commissioners meeting this week, including a presentation on the US70 Multi-modal Corridor Plan. They also discussed their legislative priorities for the upcoming short session of the General Assembly. He discussed this week’s Last Friday Art Walk, and much more.

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On Air Today: Genevieve Bakery’s Aliesha Vinar and Yonder Southern Cocktails and Brew’s Jackie Smolinski

Genevieve Bakery’s Aliesha Vinar and Yonder Southern Cocktails and Brew’s Jackie Smolinski joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, March 25. They discussed an event coming up on Wednesday at 7:30 at Yonder. It’s “Springtime Magic Hour” and evening of desserts and drink pairings. They discussed both Genevieve Bakery and Yonder’s history, explained how the collaboration came to be, gave more details on what to expect on Wednesday night, and more.

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Hillsborough: Hillsborough Climate Challenge, Google Fiber, and More

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, March 19. He discussed the first residents to be connected to Google Fiber in town, and updated the work going on around town as part of that upgrade. He also talked about some ongoing blasting work happening near I-40 in preparation for some construction. He explained the upcoming Hillsborough Climate Challenge happening in conjunction with Earth Day, which includes several events and daily challenges for residents to help make a positive climate impact.

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Hillsborough: No Urban Archery, Delay on Blasts Near I-40, Upcoming Climate Action Passport

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, March 12. He discussed the town council’s thinking on “urban archery,” and their decision not to pursue that option for controlling the deer population. He also talked about the delay of the blasting that was to temporarily close I-40 earlier this week. He concluded with a preview of an upcoming Climate Action Passport program coming to Hillsborough, and more.

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Hillsborough: Riverwalk and Greenway Survey + The Future of the Margaret Lane Cemetery

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell joins 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, March 5 for “Conversations with the Mayors.”

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