Former Burwell School Director Pleads Guilty to Embezzlement Charges
The former director of an Orange County historical site recently pleaded guilty to embezzlement...
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Chapel Hill Police Investigating Reported Assault Near Columbia Street
The Chapel Hill Police Department is investigating a reported assault from the early morning hours...
Read MoreOn Air Today: Caraina Garris of the NC Works Career Center
As many people are continuing to look for jobs, the NC Works Career Center of Orange County is looking to help! The center is offering several free resources, as well as hosting monthly job fairs at the Europa Center in Chapel Hill. Manager Caraina Garris joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to share details on how to get hired at these job fairs and through NC Works.
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Read MoreThe 5:00 News: Break-Ins, Vaccine Approval and UNC WBB
97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell delivers listeners the latest local news stories from Tuesday, August 24. Chapel Hill Police Department is investigating a string of 18 vehicle break-ins. Local businesses may now find it easier to require proof of vaccination following the FDA’s full approval of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. The CHCCS superintendent shares mentalities of the district heading into a new academic year. Plus: the ACC joins a conference alliance, UNC women’s basketball releases its schedule and Hubert Davis shares how Mack Brown has already helped him be a head coach.
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Read MoreChatham County Roundup: County Commissioner Karen Howard
Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell for the Tuesday, August 24, edition of the Chatham County Roundup. Howard shares details on the county commissioner’s recent discussions around ordinances for compact community development, as well as the approval of nondiscrimination legislation.
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Read MoreHillsborough: Stormwater Management and the ABLE Project
Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver calls in to speak with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, August 24. She discusses some of the topics from the recent town commissioners’ meeting, like improving stormwater infrastructure and preparing for more rain in coming years. Plus: the Hillsborough Police Department joins a new initiative aiming to improve accountability and the town hosts another Last Fridays festival!
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Chapel Hill Police: 18 Vehicle Break-Ins Reported on Monday
The Chapel Hill Police Department is investigating a recent string of vehicle break-ins around...
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New World Ranking Places UNC Among Top 30 Universities
UNC earned one of the higher spots in a recent ranking of universities across the globe. The 2021...
Read MoreSpeaking of Schools: Nyah Hamlett of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools
After a full day of touring campuses and welcoming back students, Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Superintendent Nyah Hamlett joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to talk about the new school year.
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Read MoreThe 5:00 News: School. Is. Back!
97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares the latest from around the region on Monday, August 23. Local school districts begin classes for the new academic year. UNC reports its first positive COVID-19 cluster in a dorm so far this fall. Orange County opens a county building honoring Bonnie B. Davis. Plus: UNC football land a major recruit and Tar Heels women’s soccer earns a dramatic victory!
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