What’s Trending: The Invisible Hand of Air Freight?
Trending today: a report about the rising cost of shipping goods from China, apparently thanks to the dominance of Temu and Shein.
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On Air Today: Tourism Spending On The Rise
A new report from VisitNC found a big spike in tourism spending across the state last year, with an especially big increase in Orange County.
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Read MoreThe Morning News: Chapel Hill Bank Robbery, UNC Shooting Anniversary
In today’s news: Chapel Hill police search for a bank robbery suspect, and UNC marks the one-year anniversary of a fatal on-campus shooting.
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Talking Culture: ‘Something Necessary’ with Poet Paul Jones
Aaron chats with poet Paul Jones, whose new book is called “Something Necessary.” It’s out now, with public readings upcoming in September.
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Read MoreOn Air Today: Robert Poitras of Carolina Brewery
Aaron chats with Carolina Brewery owner/founder Robert Poitras, as the brewery celebrates 29 years in operation.Â
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Read MoreWhat’s Trending: Liquors and Libraries
Trending today: a report that attendance is down at local libraries – possibly because limited funding means fewer books on their shelves.
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Read MoreThe Morning News: Kidzu Water Main Break, Chapel Hill Courthouse Vandalism
In today’s news: a water main break damages Kidzu Children’s Museum, and vandalism damages the Chapel Hill courthouse.
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Read MoreWhat We’re Thinking: Kamala’s Trending, But the Race Is Tight
Tom and Aaron discuss recent polling that shows Kamala Harris running (on average) one point ahead of Joe Biden in 2020.
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Read MoreWhat’s Trending: Helicopters Vs. Heat
A new impact of global warming: it’s now so hot in some places that it’s no longer possible to use helicopters for rescue operations.
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Read MoreOn Air Today: Labor Day Concert for Living Wages
Orange County Living Wage is hosting a “Labor Day Concert for Living Wages” Monday, September 2, from 2-6 p.m. at Pluck Farm on West 54.
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