Managing Editor of the News of Orange County newspaper Dale Edwards joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Monday, October 4. Edwards shares updates on stories regarding the grand opening of new arts space in Hillsborough, as well as a profile on a unique Chapel Hill business and the potential for Hillsborough to add a restaurant known for its popular milkshake.
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On Air Today: Dale Edwards of The News of Orange County
Managing Editor Dale Edwards joins 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell to talk about some recent stories shared in the News of Orange County newspaper. He details the election coverage in Hillsborough, as well as some news regarding the paper's home in the town and expanded sports coverage.

New Muralist Needed to Capture the 'Rich History of Hillsborough'
The Town of Hillsborough is looking for an artist to complete a new mural on East King Street.
On Air Today: News of Orange Editor Dale Edwards
Managing Editor of the News of Orange County Dale Edwards spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, August 27. He discussed a recent e-mail hack he is continuing to deal with, and a piece he wrote to help raise awareness of fishing scams in email and elsewhere. He also talked about a recent utility line fire that caught a lot of attention and caused a power outage in Hillsborough. He discussed the opening of the new Thermo-Fisher plant in Mebane, and more.
Hillsborough: South Churton Street Fire, Police Department Changes and Buying Public Artwork
Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell speaks with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, August 19.

Fire Breaks Out in Hillsborough From Transformer Sparks; 2,700 Residents Without Power
A fire started by a sparking transformer along South Churton Street in Hillsborough led to a brief blaze and hundreds of Duke Energy customers without power on Sunday afternoon. Videos credited to Sherry Hensley and shared by The News of Orange on social media showed sparks from a utility pole falling and setting the nearby […]

Fairview Youth In Action Holds Annual Walk Fairview Day Amid Program's Uncertain Future
Last weekend, the Fairview Youth in Action internship hosted its fifth-annual Walk Fairview Day in Hillsborough.
Hillsborough: River Walk Opens, Board of Commissioners Meeting, UPROAR
Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, August 12, discussing town news and events. He discussed continued storm recovery, including the reopening of portions of River Walk and River Park. He also discussed the business of this week's board of commissioners meeting, including the latest on budgets and more. They also talked about the UPROAR arts festival, with large public installations all round downtown Hillsborough.

Sections of River Park, Riverwalk in Hillsborough Reopen After Flood Cleanup
Two key public amenities in Hillsborough are back open after sustaining damage from floodwaters one month ago: River Park and the Riverwalk.
Hillsborough: Rep. Foushee Visits, UPROAR, Government 101
Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, August 5, discussing town news and events. He discussed U.S. Representative Valerie Foushee's visit to see some of the flood damage sustained at Hillsborough's water treatment facilities. He also talked about the UPROAR Art Festival, which features several installations around Hillsborough, Carrboro, and Chapel Hill. He discussed an upcoming Government 101 Course offered by the town, and more.
Hillsborough: AG Jackson's Visit, Ongoing Flood Recovery and Preparation for Uproar
Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell speaks with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, July 29.
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