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The 5:00 News: North Carolina Adapting + Tar Heels Winning

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 18, 2022 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell closes out the week with local and state news on Friday, March 18. Governor Roy Cooper says it’s time for North Carolina to look forward, but the state does still have plans in place to monitor public health. The state treasurer aims to protect North Carolinians’ pension money from being tied to Russia. The Town of Chapel Hill announces a start date for one-way traffic on Estes Drive. Plus: UNC men’s basketball wins their first round NCAA Tournament, while the women’s program prepares for March Madness.

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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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Stroman on Sports: MARCH MADNESS!!!

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 18, 2022 | Stroman On Sports

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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.

KIDSQ: What’s Your Hidden Talent?

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 16, 2022 | KidsQ

97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell, Ali Evans and Aaron “AJ” Johnson for this week’s KIDSQ, which asks about some of your hidden talents.

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The 5:00 News: Chatham County, Women’s Basketball and A Blues Festival

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 15, 2022 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell delivers the top local news stories of Tuesday, March 15, including updates from Chatham County about a murder. The Chatham County Schools also pass a measure to improve policies in light of students reportedly conducting a mock slave auction. A popular Chapel Hill restaurant is set to expand. The UNC women’s basketball team anticipates next year’s return of three players lost to ACL injuries. Jim Kitchen shares his excitement of being on an upcoming rocket launch. Plus: Carolina baseball is in action and the men’s basketball team departs for the NCAA tournament!

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Chatham County Roundup: Randy Voller of the Chatham County Line

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 15, 2022 | Chatham County Roundup, Chatham County Roundup

Publisher and editor of the Chatham County Line Randy Voller joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, March 15, for this week’s Chatham County Roundup! Voller discusses a recent controversy around the local school district, as well as a recent positive event he attended. Plus: the Board of County Commissioners primary and general election cycle appears to be a busy one and longstanding challenges of growth are likely to be among key issues.

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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.