UNC’s Howell Added to Walter Camp Player of Year Preseason Watch List
UNC quarterback Sam Howell earned another spot on a preseason watch list for a prestigious college...
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Culbreth Road Repaving, Addition of New Bike Lanes Underway in Chapel Hill
Motorists throughout August will notice repaving work being completed on Culbreth Road in Chapel...
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Pedestrian Bridge Removed as Parking Deck Demolition on East Rosemary Street Begins
Demolition officially began on a parking deck in downtown Chapel Hill Saturday morning, marking...
Read MoreStroman on Sports: Simone Biles and Medal-Only Motivation
Dr. Deborah Stroman joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Friday, July 30, to talk about U.S. gymnast Simone Biles, athletes’ mental health and Americans’ fascination on winning Olympic medals.
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Read MoreThe 5:00 News: Chapel Hill Transit, Gov. Cooper Comments and Pet Separation Anxiety
97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell helps wrap up the week by sharing the latest local news stories on Friday, July 30. Governor Roy Cooper says requiring vaccination status and mandatory COVID-19 testing is the next step in addressing the pandemic. Orange County is offering resources to those facing evictions. Chapel Hill Transit is preparing to offer all its routes once again. Plus: a Tar Heel basketball standout gets taken in the NBA Draft and several UNC athletes continue their way through the Tokyo Olympics!
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Read MoreCarrboro: COVID Trends, Vaccination Status and Website Updates
Carrboro Mayor Lydia Lavelle joins 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, July 30. She discusses the recent meeting of Orange County leaders regarding the latest COVID-19 trends and Governor Roy Cooper’s comments about requiring vaccination status from state government employees. Plus: a letter to federal leaders and a survey on some website changes.
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Fountain Becomes First UNC Player Named to All-Nicklaus List
UNC golfer Peter Fountain earned a spot on the 2021 All-Nicklaus team this week, a first for the...
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Orange County Offers Evictions Resources as Federal Moratorium Reaches End
Orange County is maintaining its eviction resources and housing aid to community members as recent...
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UNC Standout Day’Ron Sharpe Taken 29th in NBA Draft
Former UNC standout Day’Ron Sharpe is officially headed to the NBA, as the Phoenix Suns...
Read MoreOn Air Today: Kimberly Brewer of Orange County Bail/Bond Justice Project
With the latest court observations report now released, Kimberly Brewer of the Orange County Bail/Bond Justice Project joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss its findings and recommendations for reform.
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