Hillsborough Jenn Weaver speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, December 7. She discusses the holiday events held in her town over the weekend, including the Elf Run and annual holiday parade, as well as the upcoming Hillsborough Lantern Walk. Plus: Weaver shares how the town’s Water Assistance Program aims to make a difference and her well-wishes to Carrboro Mayor Lydia Lavelle!
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