Brighton McConnell, Author at Chapelboro.com

Orange County: COVID Trends, Chapel Hill High and Eviction Protection

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Aug 4, 2021 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chair of the Orange County Commissioner Renee Price joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on the air Wednesday, August 4. She shares thoughts on the latest COVID-19 spread and local data, as well as her thoughts ahead of the new academic year beginning. Plus: Price details the ribbon-cutting ceremony at Chapel Hill High School and how the county government can help those who are facing eviction.

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KIDSQ: New Pizza Toppings

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Aug 4, 2021 | KidsQ

97.9 The Hill’s Victor Lewis and Brighton McConnell brainstorm answers to the Kids Question of the Week: what are some new toppings we could introduce to be on pizza?

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Chapel Hill Fire Captain Placed on Leave Following Charges for Resisting Arrest, Public Intoxication

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Aug 4, 2021 | Crime, Local Government

A member of the Chapel Hill Fire Department is on administrative leave after resisting arrest and...

The 5:00 News: Carrboro Shooting, Vaccine Incentives and Aldi

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Aug 3, 2021 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares news stories from around the community and state on Tuesday, August 3. A drive-by shooting in Carrboro leaves one injured from gunfire and police looking for answers. North Carolina is increasing its vaccine incentives as local leaders discuss how to approach unvaccinated people about making a difference. Plus: UNC women’s basketball learns one of its non-conference opponents and Chapel Hill is set to add a new grocery store option.

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Chatham County Roundup: Victor Hensley of the Chatham News + Record

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Aug 3, 2021 | Chatham County Roundup, Chatham County Roundup

With high school sports seasons just around the corner, the Chatham News + Record’s sports editor Victor Hensley joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on the air. He discusses the NCHSAA and recent discussions around its future, plus a feature on a local soccer program and news on the brand new Seaford High School.

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Hillsborough: Getting Vaccinated, Last Fridays and Town Commissioners

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Aug 3, 2021 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, August 3, about the latest community news. She shares thoughts on conversations with those who aren’t vaccinated against COVID-19 about trying to change the local public health trends. Plus: details on the ongoing Last Fridays series, the Comprehensive Sustainability Plan survey and the town’s Board of Commissioners returning to meetings next week.

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Three Injured in Downtown Carrboro Shooting; Police Investigating

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Aug 3, 2021 | Crime, Instagram, Safety, Traffic

The Carrboro Police Department is investigating a drive-by shooting that took place on a downtown...

The 5:00 News: Power Outage, SROs and Olympic Updates

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Aug 2, 2021 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell starts the week with the latest local news stories on Monday, August 2. A fallen tree sparks a brief power outage for hundreds of Chapel Hill residents. The spread of the COVID-19 delta variant is leading to discussions among elected leaders about how to approach requiring vaccination status. Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools approves an interim plan for having SROs on campuses. Plus: identify theft is rising in the wake of the pandemic and several Tar Heels stand out in Tokyo.