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The 5:00 News: Abortion Rights, COVID-19 Data and Free UNC Football Tickets

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Sep 9, 2021 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares top stories in local news on Thursday, September 9. Governor Roy Cooper shares the latest COVID-19 data from North Carolina, as does UNC with its campus community. Local elected officials speak out against Texas’ new abortion law. Chapel Hill Transit announces temporary changes to service. Plus: UNC offers an incentive for those who get vaccinated at Kenan Stadium and Michael Jordan’s brand donates to help a key initiative.

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On Air Today: Scott Myers on UNC Dining Options

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Sep 9, 2021 | On Air Today (PM)

Scott Myers, the director of auxiliary services at UNC, joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss changes to dining options on campus. He shares new, outdoor spaces students can safely eat with public health measures in place, as well as some expanded options that go beyond the dining halls.

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Chapel Hill: Home Football Games, 9/11 Events and Bus Drivers

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Sep 9, 2021 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on the air Thursday, September 9. She details several upcoming events around town, including 9/11 remembrance events, UNC football’s home opener, meetings about stormwater management and more!

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Chapel Hill Transit Announces Operation Changes Due to Staffing Shortage

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Sep 9, 2021 | Transit

Amid a shortage of dozens of staffers, the Chapel Hill Transit System is set to implement...

Speaking of Schools: Hillary MacKenzie of Orange County Schools

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Sep 8, 2021 | Speaking of Schools

With the first few weeks of school now underway, Hillary MacKenzie of the Orange County Schools Board joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell. She discusses seeing the return of students to classrooms, the launch of the district’s Virtual Academy, issues with car-rider line traffic and more.

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The 5:00 News: Campus Safety, COVID-19 Treatments and New Arts Festivals

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Sep 8, 2021 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell has the latest local news stories around the Orange County region on Wednesday, September 8. A campus safety group at UNC officially dissolves after two years. A new county commissioner is sworn in. UNC and Duke are conducting clinical trials on new, easier treatments for COVID-19. Plus: a new music series is set to launch on Thursday, while Orange County discusses plan for a visual arts festival starting in 2022.

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Orange County: Anna Richards, Affordable Housing and Veterans’ Memorial

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Sep 8, 2021 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Renee Price, chair of the Orange County Commissioners, joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, September 8. She discusses the recent appointment of Anna Richards to the board, as well as ongoing discussions about approaches to new challenges by the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus: what will be discussed at Thursday’s county commissioners work session and how community members can recognize veterans this November.

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KIDSQ: What Helps You Fall Asleep?

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Sep 8, 2021 | KidsQ

On this week’s KIDSQ, 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell is joined by Victor Lewis and Aaron ‘AJ’ Johnson to discuss what methods help them fall asleep at night.

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The 5:00 News: Faith Hedgepeth’s Anniversary and Carolina Victories

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Sep 7, 2021 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell has the latest news from the long weekend on Tuesday, September 7. Tuesday marked a somber anniversary of the unsolved murder of a UNC student. Tension rises between student leaders and the UNC administration over what public health protocols are in place. Plus: UNC Football slides in nationwide polls following its loss, but many other Tar Heel programs brought home victories over the weekend.

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Chatham County Roundup: County Commissioner Karen Howard

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Sep 7, 2021 | Chatham County Roundup, Chatham County Roundup

Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell for the Chatham County Roundup on Tuesday, September 7. This week, Howard discusses the latest COVID-19 data in the county, her thoughts on Texas’ latest abortion law and upcoming events around the region.

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