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Orange County: (More?) Winter Weather, One Orange and the County Academy

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jan 19, 2022 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Renee Price joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, January 19. She discusses the county’s response to the recent snow and ice, as well as preparation for more potential snowfall this weekend. Price also brings updates from the commissioners’ first business meeting of 2022, how a new federal program may help ease COVID-19 testing burdens, and how to sign up for this year’s County Government Academy.

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KIDSQ: What Should Be Free?

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jan 19, 2022 | KidsQ

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The 5:00 News: UNC’s COVID Response, Bacot’s Dominance and The Court’s Staffing

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

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares some of the top news after a long weekend on Tuesday, January 18. The snow and ice from the winter storm begins to clear across the region. COVID-19’s surge hits local K-12 schools and UNC campus, with the university’s student government stepping in to help protect public health. UNC men’s basketball prepares for a big match-up against Miami after a blowout win. Plus: Orange County’s courthouse and its staffing shortages are leading to a tedious backlog of important cases.

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Hillsborough: Weather Response and Voting Rights

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

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, January 18. She discusses the winter weather seen across North Carolina in the last weekend, as well as the local governments’ response. Plus: Weaver shares her thoughts on voting rights legislation being proposed in Congress, as well as the ongoing redistricting lawsuit in the state.

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Stroman on Sports: NFL Wild Card Weekend

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jan 14, 2022 | Stroman On Sports

Dr. Deborah Stroman joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to share her thoughts on the upcoming NFL playoffs and the successes of the league’s regular season.

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The 5:00 News: Winter Weather Prep, South Creek and Opportunity

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jan 14, 2022 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell finishes out a busy week by looking ahead to the weekend on Friday, January 14. Sunday threatens inclement winter weather for the region, including the possibility of freezing rain. Town and county services prepare to close for the storm and for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The Chapel Hill Town Council reviews early concept plans for a new development near Southern Village. UNC’s David Routh shares the next goals of the Campaign for Carolina. Plus: winter sports kick into high gear, with UNC men’s basketball looking to keep consistency against Georgia Tech.

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On Air Today: Jonathan Blaes of NWS Raleigh

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jan 14, 2022 | On Air Today (PM)

Ahead of Winter Storm Izzy arriving in North Carolina, meteorologist Jonathan Blaes of the National Weather Service in Raleigh joined 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell. He began by sharing what the most recent forecasts on Friday predict for Sunday, and detailed some ways the effects could linger into next week.

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On Air Today: Hannah McClellan of the Chatham News + Record

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jan 14, 2022 | On Air Today (PM)

As we move further into 2022, Hannah McClellan of the Chatham News + Record joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss Chatham County’s top stories of 2021.

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On Air Today: David Routh on UNC’s Campaign for Carolina

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jan 13, 2022 | On Air Today (PM)

UNC Vice Chancellor for Development David Routh joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss the Campaign for Carolina on Thursday, January 13. With the fundraising effort hitting its ambitious goal a year earlier than anticipated, what comes next? Routh also shares thoughts on what the variety of donations means for the state’s relationship with the university and the vision for these private gifts.

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The 5:00 News: Fewer Buses, Campaign for Carolina and Chizik’s Return

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jan 13, 2022 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell takes you around the local news headlines on Thursday, January 13. COVID cases continue to skyrocket in North Carolina and healthcare leaders pen an open letter detailing their struggles. CHCCS experiences a shortage of bus drivers, leading to a few routes being underserved. The Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership pushes for the town government to gain control of Franklin Street from the state. UNC’s Campaign for Carolina reaches its lofty fundraising goals. Plus: Gene Chizik is reintroduced as part of Carolina football’s staff and the community prepares for several MLK Day events.

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