On the first ever Teacher Feature on Speaking of Schools, Chapel Hill High School arts teacher Paul Estrada joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to share his story and classroom projects. Dr. Brenda Whiteman, the arts education coordinator for CHCCS, and Madeline Blobe, the executive director of the local Public School Foundation, also join the conversation.
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John Sanders, the former director of the UNC School of Government and a key player in the creation...
Read MoreDr. Deborah Stroman joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss the ongoing tension between the Philadelphia 76ers and star Ben Simmons in the NBA. How do these rifts happen and does such player empowerment translate to the college level?
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Read More97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell finishes off the week with a batch of local news stories on Friday, September 24. UNC’s Board of Trustees discuss the delegation of power on campus. North Carolina’s government may face legal action if it doesn’t improve education spending soon. Plus: a look into ongoing construction projects at UNC and how Carolina Football has struggled lately against Georgia Tech.
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Read MoreCarrboro Mayor Lydia Lavelle speaks with Brighton McConnell in the 97.9 The Hill studio on Friday, September 24. She details the launch of the town government’s comprehensive plan, including a town council discussion and open house with community members. Plus: several timely proclamations and a preview of an upcoming celebration of poetry.
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As the newest rankings of universities across the United States continue to be released, UNC...
Read MoreA new group of UNC alumni, faculty, staff, students and allies are joining together to speak out against partisan interference in university operations. Co-founders of the Coalition for Carolina, Mimi Chapman and Roger Perry, join 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to share more about the coalition’s goals.
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Read More97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell details the latest local news stories on Thursday, September 23. Chapel Hill and Carrboro’s state representative Verla Insko shares why she’s not running for re-election. Some of the first endorsements of candidates in town government elections this fall are released. Plus: UNC women’s soccer welcomes back a legend and Chapel Hill High School’s first female football player is standing out on the field as well as off it.
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Read MoreThe Chamber for a Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro is set to host a new event this fall: the Celebrate Local Market and Expo! Rebecca Dickenson with the chamber speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to share more details about the event, as well as a way participating businesses can get a discount on their registration.
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