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On Air Today: Dale Edwards

Managing Editor of the News of Orange County Dale Edwards joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to share some of his newspaper’s latest stories, including the recent tornado coverage. Plus: a Hillsborough logo is sweeping through the community and the Orange County Historical Museum prepares for a new exhibit.

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On Air Today: Dr. Michael Walden and Aaron Nelson

The 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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On Air Today: Greg Barnes of Inside Carolina

Where does Carolina men’s basketball stand after the program’s season ended this weekend? Inside Carolina’s Greg Barnes joined 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell discuss challenges from the year, the news of Walker Kessler’s transfer and the outlook for the 2021-2022 season.

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On Air Today: Heidi Kim of the UNC Asian American Center

The Asian American community is grappling with increased violence and racism toward them over the last year, recently emphasized by the shooting of eight people in Atlanta, Georgia. Director of the UNC Asian American Center Heidi Kim joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss what Asian Americans have experienced in the last year and to share some resources the center offers to the community.

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On Air Today: Caroline Valand and Tim Parker on NC Traffic Stops

Caroline Valand of the Governor’s Crime Commission and Tim Parker of the Criminal Justice Analysis Center speak with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell about a new report from the Department of Public Safety. The pair discuss the third and final part of a series on North Carolina traffic stops, which highlights how often police searched vehicles when pulled over and what drivers experienced more searches than others.

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On Air Today: Dale Edwards of The News of Orange

Dale Edwards, the managing editor of the News of Orange, speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell about some recent stories from the Hillsborough and Efland region, including the change of Thomas Ruffin Street and the community’s rally behind a Hillsborough employee who lost his house.

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On Air Today: Theo Letman of Orange County Transportation

With the launch of the new Mobility On Demand program, some Orange County residents have a new option to move around the community. Orange County Transportation Services Director Theo Letman joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to share details on the pilot program.

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