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Chatham County Roundup: County Commissioner Karen Howard

Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell for this week’s Chatham County Roundup! Ahead of a decision on the proposed budget for the next fiscal year, she shares updates on how the county government has made tweaks. Howard also shares thoughts on a shift in resources for the Chatham County Public Health Department and changes for Chatham County Public Schools.

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Hillsborough: Budget Discussions, Pride Flags and a New Logo!

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell following Memorial Day in our community. She shares how she and other Hillsborough residents honored the holiday before sharing some updates on what the town government is focused on heading into June. Plus: Pride flags are hanging in downtown for the first time and the town government recently refreshed its logo!

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Stroman on Sports: Crossing the Line

Deborah Stroman joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell for her weekly check-in to discuss fan behavior (or lack thereof) at this week’s NBA Playoff games. With incidents of fans spitting or dumping popcorn on players to lobbing racist comments to players’ families, why do fans feel compelled to cross a line of respect?

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The 5:00 News: NC Unemployment, Period Poverty and A Tennis Natty

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell helps close out the week by sharing some local news from Friday, May 28. UNC shares details on whether vaccinated students will need to test for COVID-19 during the fall semester. One expert says unemployment numbers in North Carolina don’t tell the whole story of the pandemic on the workforce. Plus: a new edition of the Addressing Taboo Topics series and UNC women’s lacrosse’s dream season comes to an abrupt end.

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Carrboro: Stepping Away as Mayor and Small Town Pride

Carrboro Mayor Lydia Lavelle joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell for the first time since announcing she will not run for re-election in the fall. She shares more about the decision, as well as goals she’s most proud of. Plus: Lavelle brings updates on the town’s budget and a new campaign between Carrboro and Chapel Hill around Pride Month.

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