Dr. Debbie Stroman joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss the transfer portal, how it could affect men’s college basketball this offseason and how it’s already affecting the UNC program. Plus: could we see a protest this weekend in the NCAA Tournament over name, image and likeness rights?
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Read MoreCarrboro Mayor Lydia Lavelle visits 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to wrap up a full week of changes from the state government. She shares her thoughts on the new capacity limits and vaccine eligibility timelines just announced this week. Plus: comments on a lawsuit against the town from a former fire chief and proposed state legislation to limit transgender high schoolers in athletics.
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The Orange County Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help as an investigation...
Read More97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell catches you up on news announced by Governor Roy Cooper about advancing COVID-19 vaccine eligibility in North Carolina. Plus… March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month in the state. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office reports a theft at the Cedar Grove Ruritan Club. UNC Health announces a new way Chapel Hillians could quickly sign up to get the vaccine: a Twitter account.
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Read MoreThe Chamber for a Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro held its latest forum in its Current Issues Series on Thursday, this one with a focus on the economy.
Dr. Michael Walden, the guest speaker, and President of the Chamber Aaron Nelson joined 97.9 the Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss major takeaways from the forum, like the country’s economic outlook and why the regional economy is poised to fully rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Read MoreChapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss the latest news in North Carolina on vaccine eligibility. She also provides updates from the latest Town Council meeting, which saw the town announce a new partnership with UNC, hear a report on the Blue Hill district and much more.
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Read More97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares news updates from around the Orange County community and state on Wednesday, March 24. Governor Roy Cooper shares his priorities for a state budget, highlighting pay increases and Medicaid expansion. Local medical officials share why some communities deemed most at-risk to catch COVID-19 are hesitant to sign up for the vaccine. A Florida poll may reflect how North Carolinians feel about legalizing marijuana and a talented first-year forward announces his departure from the UNC men’s basketball program.
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Read MoreChair of the Orange County Commissioners Renee Price joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss the latest news affecting the county and its residents. She shares why Orange County will match the state’s new outlines for capacity limits, as well as BIPOC elected officials’ support for Asian American community members.
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Following a recent string of pedestrian injuries, hit and runs and other motor vehicle incidents,...
Read More97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares the latest state and local news updates from Tuesday, March 23. Governor Roy Cooper announces eased capacity restrictions across North Carolina, citing recent coronavirus trends and vaccine efforts. The local school districts approve calendar changes to implement Plan A instruction models in April. Carrboro clears the way for the ArtsCenter to build at its new location off Jones Ferry Road. And a community member wins big on Jeopardy!
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