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The 5:00 News: Mental Health in Schools, Redistricting and State Fair Apples

Posted by | Oct 21, 2021 |

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell brings you local and state news stories of the day on Thursday, October 21. Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools leadership aims to discuss and address mental health struggles within the schools community. North Carolina leadership looks to progress state budget and redistricting processes. A local historical site is celebrating its 200th anniversary. Plus: UNC women’s soccer honors mental health awareness and the NC State Fair highlights its apple contests.

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On Air Today: Aaron Nelson and Pam Hemminger on the Real Estate Forum

Posted by | Oct 21, 2021 |

Following the Chamber of Commerce’s recent forum on the real estate landscape, President and CEO of the Chamber Aaron Nelson, as well as Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger, speak with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell about top takeaways.

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Chapel Hill: A Splash Pad and Leaving Your Loose Leaves

Posted by | Oct 21, 2021 |

Chapel Hill Town Council member and Mayor Pro Tem Michael Parker joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Thursday, October 21. He shares some of the top agenda items from Wednesday’s town council meeting, including early discussions on adding a splash pad to a park and in-depth stormwater studies.

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The 5:00 News: COVID in Schools, Misinformation and A Community History Lab

Posted by | Oct 20, 2021 |

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell takes you around the top local news stories on Wednesday, October 20. Four schools in Orange County land on a state report listing recent COVID-19 cases in education settings. A local communications expert offers tips to combat misinformation in the public health sphere. The Chapel Hill Public Library is set to launch a new tool to help preserve and share local history. Plus: UNC women’s basketball sees one player land on the Newcomer Watch List for the upcoming season.

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Orange County: Climate Action Projects, New Task Forces and The Burwell School

Posted by | Oct 20, 2021 |

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Renee Price calls in to 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, October 20. She shares highlights from last night’s county board meeting, as well as her thoughts on upcoming events and Rep. David Price’s retirement announcement.

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KIDSQ: Tricks and Treats

Posted by | Oct 20, 2021 |

This week’s KIDSQ has 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell, Jack Carmichael and Aaron Johnson discussing their favorite Halloween candy: what is the best treat and worst treat to get while trick-or-treating. Plus: several local children share their own answers!

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