Meadowmont Village in Chapel Hill will be adding a new restaurant to its selection of businesses this spring. Local chef and restaurant owner Brandon Sharp plans to open his second restaurant, called Bluebird, in the spring of...
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With its fourth edition just days away, Film Fest 919 recently shared what audiences can expect to...
Read More97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell helps gather and share local stories on Wednesday, October 6. Some in Chapel Hill are noticing campaign signs going missing…what is the punishment for those who take them? UNC announces changes to its COVID-19 testing policies and will name its new medical school building after a long-time leader. Plus: Chapel Hill discusses reforming its community safety approaches and a Carolina Volleyball player looks to share the stories of others.
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Read MoreChair of the Orange County Commissioners Renee Price joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, October 6. She details the final reports shared from the BOCC Elections Advisory Group and shares the perspective of some District 2 voters upset with the current election system. Plus: Price previews an upcoming discussion on gunfire in residential areas.
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Read MoreAaron Johnson and Victor Lewis join 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss this week’s KIDSQ on what they would sell if they each ran a store.
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A new building under construction for the UNC School of Medicine will be named in honor of Dr....
Read More97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell brings you the latest local news stories on Tuesday, October 5. The Board of Orange County Commissioners is set to discuss potential changes to its election model. UNC researchers are working to develop vaccine patches, which could revolutionize protection against illnesses. Plus: UNC changes its class registration model for students and Carolina men’s golf puts its No. 1 ranking to the test.
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Read MoreEmily Powell of the Chapel Hill Fire Department speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell for Fire Prevention Week and shares ways to stay safe in your home.
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Read MoreLars Dolder joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell for the Chatham County Roundup on the last day he’s a reporter for the Chatham News + Record. He shares some of the coverage he’s most proud of, as well as highlights his recent stories on Mosaic’s newest businesses and Pittsboro’s indoor mask mandate.
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Read MoreHillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, October 5. She talks about how she’s experiencing another election cycle of running unopposed for mayor, as well as an upcoming forum for Hillsborough. Plus: Weaver discusses the recent presence of Proud Boys at local school board meetings and demonstrations.
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