Dems’ Sweeping Social, Climate Bill Passes Divided House
Written by ALAN FRAM Democrats brushed aside months-long divisions and pushed their expansive...
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The 4:00 News: District 23, a New Budget, the Greene Tract and Virtual Reality
97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares the top news stories on a short show for Thursday, November 18. With Sen. Valerie Foushee running for Congress, another local representative is set to campaign for District 23. Chapel Hill completes the trio of local governments passing a resolution on goals for the Greene Tract property. Plus: North Carolina is a step closer to a new budget, Congressman David Price shares thoughts on the federal infrastructure bill and a CHCCS shares how she uses virtual reality in the classroom.
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Read MoreChapel Hill: Greene Tract, A New Hotel, Arbor Day and Thanksgiving
Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Thursday, November 18. She shares updates from Wednesday’s town council meeting, which include the approval of a new downtown hotel and a resolution on the Greene Tract. Plus: upcoming events around Arbor Day, Thanksgiving Day and early thoughts on the likely state budget.
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Orange County State Rep. Graig Meyer Announces Run for NC Senate
With District 23 Sen. Valerie Foushee announcing a 2022 run for U.S. Congress on Wednesday, Orange...
Read MoreOn Air Today: Amy Armbruster and Kat Reach for Wonderful Water
As OWASA prepares for its Care to Share Day, the agency’s Sustainability Program Coordinator Amy Armbruster and Hope Renovation’s Kat Reach join 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell for Wonderful Water. Armbruster shares details on the importance of the community’s donations when helping low-income residents behind on water bills, as well as how Hope Renovation helps build more sustainable water systems in homes.
Sponsored by the Orange Water and Sewer Authority.
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Read MoreThe 5:00 News: The Race for District 6, UNC System Turns 50 and Saving Cherokee
97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell updates listeners on the latest local news stories for Wednesday, November 17. Two new candidates, including an Orange County state senator, launch campaigns for U.S. Congress. Local governments progress a resolution for the Greene Tract property. The UNC System officially swears in President Peter Hans and celebrates its 50th anniversary. Plus: UNC men’s basketball pulls off a tough road win and a UNC program is working to save the Cherokee language from going extinct.
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Read MoreOrange County: Greene Tract Resolution, Fine-Free Library and Native Land
Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Renee Price joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, November 17. She brings updates from Tuesday’s Board of Commissioners meeting, which include a Greene Tract resolution, updates to the Orange County Public Library and more.
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Read MoreKIDSQ: The Best Leftovers
For this week’s KIDSQ, 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell, Aaron “AJ” Johnson and Victor Lewis share their thoughts on what food makes the best leftovers!
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State Sen. Valerie Foushee Launches Campaign for U.S. Congress
The race for the new congressional District 6 in North Carolina gained a familiar face to Orange...
Read MoreOn Air Today: Bob Wise and the Hunt Institute
A new report from the Hunt Institute, called the COVID Constituency, highlights the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on schools and concerns around the education community. Former West Virginia Governor and education policy advocate Bob Wise joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss the report and its suggestions for action.
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