Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, October 26 about what’s happening around the local government. She details a recent discussion on enforcing the town’s nondiscrimination ordinances, as well as early voting participation so far. Plus: Weaver shares some upcoming fall events in the area!
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Read More97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell helps start off your week with a look at local news on Monday, October 25. North Carolina’s COVID-19 trends continue a downward slope, while some UNC employees who are unvaccinated will soon be required to get their shots. Rep. David Price shares his plans for his final term in Congress next year, while Orange County leaders describe his impact. A group of Chapel Hill community members try to support some UNC students by providing a mental health break. Plus: a legendary UNC head coach reaches an incredible milestone.
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Read MoreFor this month’s Teacher Feature on Speaking of Schools, several educators in the CHCCS Newcomer Program speak with 97.9 The Hill. Newcomer teachers Angela McChesney and Ka Yi share their experiences working with students who learning English as their second language, while parent liaison Zaida Walker shares details on the program’s success and importance.
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Read MoreOWASA’s Director of Information Technology Dan Przybyl joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss cybersecurity measures at the service agency. With more and more examples of cyberattacks on various departments, businesses and places across the globe, Przybyl shares what OWASA works to protect for its customers.
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Carolina volleyball continued their recent roll on Friday, sweeping the Duke Blue Devils and...
Read MoreFriday afternoon’s release of students at Carrboro High was disrupted by a small fire in the building. The Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools district alerted parents to emergency vehicles responding to the fire around 3...
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UNC field hockey finished its final regular season home game of 2021 on the losing end of the...
Read MoreThe NBA season is tipping off this week! Dr. Debbie Stroman joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to talk about the latest drama and storylines in the Association’s 75th season.
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Read More97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell shares several news stories from around the region and state on Friday, October 22. The Town of Chapel Hill shares its plans for Franklin Street on Halloween evening. Carrboro Police charge a resident with murder after a shooting at an apartment complex. The Leandro Plan to fund North Carolina public education was back in court this week. Plus: a full slate of UNC Athletics are in action and an exhibit about a Chatham County soccer team is making its way around the community.
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Read MoreCarrboro Mayor Lydia Lavelle joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to wrap up the week on Friday, October 22. She details this week’s council meeting, which included several reports and tasking a climate action group. Plus: Lavelle shares news from the Carrboro Farmers Market, the town’s Film Festival, early voting and more!
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