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

Posted by | Jan 14, 2022 |

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 | Jan 14, 2022 |

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: David Routh on UNC’s Campaign for Carolina

Posted by | Jan 13, 2022 |

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 | Jan 13, 2022 |

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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Chapel Hill: Pedestrian Safety, South Creek and the Economic Sustainability Committee

Posted by | Jan 13, 2022 |

Chapel Hill Town Council member Jess Anderson joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Thursday, January 13. She discusses the latest talks around Estes Drive and pedestrian safety after two separate collisions. Anderson also shares highlights from the recent town council meeting and Chapel Hill’s Economic Sustainability Committee. Plus: details on preparation for winter weather and Martin Luther King Jr. Day events!

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On Air Today: Chaitra Powell with UNC’s Southern Historical Collection

Posted by | Jan 12, 2022 |

U.S. Rep. G.K. Butterfield recently announced he is donating his collection of archived documents, photos and materials to UNC’s Wilson Library and its Southern Historical Collection. Curator Chaitra Powell joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss what the donation means and some of the collection’s goals for preserving local (and national) history.

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The 5:00 News: Hospitalizations, Homelessness and The Wrong Jab

Posted by | Jan 12, 2022 |

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell brings you recent news stories from around Orange County and the region on Wednesday, January 12. COVID-19 hospitalizations set a new record in North Carolina, with health officials continuing the call for people to get vaccinated. A mistake at an Orange County vaccination site leads to teenagers receiving weaker doses of the shot. A person experiencing homelessness dies outside of an IFC building, as the nonprofit shares its current struggles with capacity, staffing and winter weather. Plus: what are some of the silver linings of the pandemic for the local hotel industry?

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Orange County: Weather Preparedness, COVID Response and Sharing Stories

Posted by | Jan 12, 2022 |

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Renee Price speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, January 12. She shares the latest from a meeting with the county’s Emergency Services department regarding potential winter weather and the worsening COVID-19 trends. Plus: Price gives her thoughts on a recent slip-up at a vaccination site and some important practices on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

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