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Hillsborough: Re-Imagining Public Safety, COVID Trends and New Exhibits

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Mar 1, 2022 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, March 1. Weaver discusses highlights from the town commissioners’ meeting with a task force on re-imagining public safety in the community. Plus: she shares highlights from Tuesday’s check-in with local health officials and several upcoming events around town.

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The 5:00 News: COVID Declines, A Strike Ends and a Photo Exhibit is Canceled

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Feb 28, 2022 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell starts off the week with a roundup of local news on Monday, February 28. COVID-19 trends in North Carolina continue to decline, but the CDC’s latest measurements still put local counties in “high risk” categories. Strike organizers against Acme in Carrboro turn their focus to a new workers coalition. A dispute over creative control leads to a local photographer’s exhibit being dropped from UNC’s campus. Plus: UNC women’s basketball celebrates Senior Day with a big win, while the men’s basketball team prepares for theirs vs. Syracuse.

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Speaking of Schools: Carrie Doyle of Orange County Schools

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Feb 28, 2022 | Speaking of Schools

It’s time for Orange County Schools on Speaking of Schools, as Chair of the Board of Education Carrie Doyle visits 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell. She discusses the board’s recent vote on masking, as well as the recent joint meeting with CHCCS and Orange County’s Board of Commissioners.

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Stroman on Sports: The Russia-Ukraine Conflict + Retirement Tours

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Feb 25, 2022 | Stroman On Sports

Dr. Debbie Stroman joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Friday, February 25. She shares thoughts on how Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has ripple effects in sports, as well as how UVA men’s basketball handled their honoring of Duke head coach Mike Krzyzewski on Wednesday night.

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The 5:00 News: Russia’s Attacks, Schools Check-In and Tar Heel Sports

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Feb 25, 2022 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell helps close out the week with a series of stories on Friday, February 25. A Duke expert on Russia and policy describes how the attacks in Ukraine have similarities to Russia’s treatment of Kazakhstan in the past. UNC Health announces it’s surpassed 500,000 COVID-19 vaccines administered. Orange County school districts meet with county officials to discuss masking, mental health and teacher retention. Plus: lots of Carolina Athletics programs are in action!

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Carrboro: Comprehensive Plan Feedback + A Special Election

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Feb 25, 2022 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Damon Seils speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Friday, February 25. Seils shares updates on the ongoing sewer replacement downtown, as well as details on the public hearing for the Carrboro Connects comprehensive plan. Plus: the special election for a vacant town council seat is officially back underway!

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The 5:00 News: 2022 Filing Reopens, Supporting Ukraine and the American Legion

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Feb 24, 2022 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell details the latest local news on Thursday, February 24. The filing period for 2022 primary elections reopens after a long suspension — who is running locally? Orange County’s congressman release a strong criticism of Russia’s attacks on Ukraine. Local teachers are feeling the strain of high demand, low pay and elements of the COVID-19 pandemic. Chapel Hill’s American Legion post continues to settle into its new facility and home. Plus: UNC gymnastics celebrates senior night and women’s lacrosse runs away vs. Pitt.

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On Air Today: Aaron Nelson and Dr. Michael Walden

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Feb 24, 2022 | On Air Today (PM)

The Chamber for a Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro is back with the latest Critical Issues Forum! Chamber President and CEO Aaron Nelson teams up with economist Dr. Michael Walden to speak with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell about the local, state and national economies, as well as a recent local business survey.

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Chapel Hill: MLK Development, Estes Drive Updates and Masking

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Feb 24, 2022 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Thursday, February 24. She discusses highlights from Wednesday’s town council meeting, including updates on the climate action plan and a concept plan review for a development along a busy corridor. Plus: Hemminger shares her thoughts on Orange County leaders’ maintaining the indoor mask mandate, as well as their plans to learn more from health officials next week.

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On Air Today: Matt Krause

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Feb 23, 2022 | On Air Today (PM)

Carolina women’s basketball play-by-play broadcaster Matt Krause speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell about the program’s great play of late, as well as their projected spots in the ACC and NCAA tournaments.

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