UNC Field Hockey Falls in OT to No. 4 Louisville on Senior Day
UNC field hockey finished its final regular season home game of 2021 on the losing end of the...
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Stroman on Sports: The NBA is Back!!
The 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 MoreThe 5:00 News: Chapel Hill Halloween Plans, Leandro Updates and Los Jets
97.9 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: Upcoming 203 Project, Film Festivals and Price’s Retirement
Carrboro 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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Carrboro Man Charged with First Degree Murder After Apartment Shooting
The Carrboro Police Department is investigating a shooting in an apartment complex during early...
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UNC Women’s Soccer Snaps FSU Winning Streak with 2-2 Draw
The UNC women’s soccer team battled to a tie with the top-ranked team in the country on...
Read MoreThe 5:00 News: Mental Health in Schools, Redistricting and State Fair Apples
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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Read MoreOn Air Today: Aaron Nelson and Pam Hemminger on the Real Estate Forum
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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Read MoreChapel Hill: A Splash Pad and Leaving Your Loose Leaves
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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UNC Women’s Soccer Dedicates Game vs. #1 FSU to Mental Health Awareness
The UNC women’s soccer game on Thursday night is catching attention for several reasons. One...
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