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On Air Today: Elle Kehres on Burnout + Staffing Shortages in Healthcare

Posted by | Dec 29, 2021 |

97.9 The Hill’s Elle Kehres joins Brighton McConnell to discuss her story about healthcare employees reporting high burnout amid an extended, intensive response to the coronavirus pandemic.

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The 5:00 News: COVID Positivity, South Creek and Tar Heel of the Year

Posted by | Dec 28, 2021 |

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell returns with a bevy of local news stories to share on Tuesday, December 28. The positive rate of COVID-19 tests in North Carolina skyrockets on Monday. Developers are aiming to bring “missing middle” housing to Chapel Hill land that’s failed to work for projects in the past. Orange County Commissioner Renee Price reflects on 2021 achievements for the county. Plus: some COVID uncertainty around college sports and a UNC researcher is named Tar Heel of the Year by the News & Observer.

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Chatham County Roundup: Hannah McClellan of the Chatham News + Record

Posted by | Dec 28, 2021 | ,

Chatham News + Record reporter Hannah McClellan joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell for the Chatham County Roundup on Tuesday, December 28. She details updates from the Chatham County Schools district, including early reactions to the omicron variant’s spread, a new enrollment report and teacher pay changes.

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The 5:00 News: UNC Testing, OCSO Survey and the Lantern Walk

Posted by | Dec 22, 2021 |

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares updates from around the community on Wednesday, December 22. COVID-19 testing is on many people’s minds as the holidays approach, while UNC is already looking ahead to testing measures in January. Hillsborough hosts its annual Solstice Lantern Walk after a year off. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office says it plans to use a recent survey to better inform policy and training decisions. Plus: an update on the Acme Carrboro workers strike and UNC lacrosse earns a bunch of preseason recognition.

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Orange County: COVID-19, Property Revaluation and More 2021 Highlights

Posted by | Dec 22, 2021 |

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Renee Price joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, December 22. She shares local updates and guidance for preparing for COVID-19 around the holidays, as well as some of the things she’s most proud of Orange County for doing in 2021.

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The 5:00 News: Virus Plans, Extended Sidewalks and an OCD Musical

Posted by | Dec 21, 2021 |

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares state and local news stories on Tuesday, December 21. COVID-19 testing is at a premium as people look to get checked for the virus ahead of holidays. North Carolina health officials are preparing for surges caused by the omicron variant in several ways. Chapel Hill is removing some of its extended sidewalk on East Franklin Street. Plus: UNC basketball updates and a UNC student helps adjust to his OCD by writing a musical.

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Chatham County Roundup: Health Director Mike Zelek

Posted by | Dec 21, 2021 | ,

Mike Zelek, the director of the Chatham County Health Department, joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell for this week’s Chatham County Roundup. He shares some of the latest data to the omicron variant of COVID-19, as well as how the state and county are set to address it. Plus: Zelek reflects on the last year of COVID response and hopes to learn more about the Chatham community with a new survey.

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Hillsborough: Reflection on 2021, Public Health and the Lantern Walk

Posted by | Dec 21, 2021 |

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell for the final time in 2021 on Tuesday, December 21. She discusses the suggested steps to protect public health this holiday season, as well as reflects on the steps taken this year to vaccinate against COVID-19. Plus: Weaver shares details on the upcoming Solstice Lantern Walk!

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