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Orange County: Legislative Breakfast, Virtual vs. In-Person and Tax Help

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 23, 2022 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Renée Price joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, March 23. She discusses some of the hot topics from this week’s meeting with state representatives, as well as her perspective on the county government setting the example for others. Plus: Price also shares her thoughts on how a return to in-person commissioner meetings and whether any virtual components will carry over.

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Hillsborough: Community Survey, Affordable Housing and Peeps

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 22, 2022 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, March 22. She brings highlights from Monday’s commissioners meeting, including initial thoughts on the town’s regular survey and early discussions on budget plans. Plus: it’s time for Last Fridays once again!

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Carrboro: Downtown Disruption, Blues Festival and Transit Appreciation

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 18, 2022 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

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Chapel Hill: Budget Retreat, Estes Drive and LUMO

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 18, 2022 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Friday, March 18. She discusses the recent budget retreat with town council members, as well as another way of long-term planning: the land-use management ordinance. Plus: the Estes Drive Connectivity Project is underway and Creek Week is wrapping up!

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Orange County: A New County Library

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 16, 2022 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Renée Price joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, March 16. She breaks down the board’s vote Tuesday night to approve their part of the The 203 Project in Carrboro, which will add a new county library. Price also shares how the county’s Skills Development Center will be included and thoughts about the Eno River State Park likely expanding.

Hillsborough: Love for the Eno River + Public Safety Discussions

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 15, 2022 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, March 15. She shares how the community is reacting to plans for the Eno River State Park to expand into Hillsborough, as well as highlights from Monday’s town commissioners meeting.

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Carrboro: Supporting Ukraine, Celebrating Creeks

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 11, 2022 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Damon Seils joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Friday, March 11 to discuss recent stories around the town. Seils shares highlights from Tuesday’s Town Council meeting as well as details on his Invasive Species Awareness Week proclamation. Plus: the mayor brings an update on the OWASA sewer work in town this weekend.

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Chapel Hill: Homelessness, UNC and COVID Updates + The Big Win

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 10, 2022 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Thursday, March 10. She discusses the latest around the town government like the lifting of the mask mandate, highlights from last night’s town council meeting and the upcoming Creek Week.

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Orange County: Next Steps in Response and Creek Week

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 9, 2022 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Renee Price joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, March 9. She talks about the rescinded mask mandate and what the community can do to continue adjusting to living with COVID-19. Plus: Price shares details on the Creek Week initiative beginning this weekend and the Big Night In for the Arts fundraiser on Thursday!

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Hillsborough: Levels of Masking, Daniel Boone Village and Tourism Grants

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 8, 2022 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, March 8. She shares her expectations for the community as it transitions to this new period of optional masking in the pandemic. Plus: details on a change at the Daniel Boone Village site and opportunities for local businesses to get grants.

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