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Hillsborough: New Fire Station and Comprehensive Sustainability Plan

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Monday, November 15. She previews the groundbreaking event for a new fire station near the Waterstone community, which will house several departments’ vehicles. Plus: the town’s comprehensive sustainability plan is set for another next step and Hillsborough prepares for Arbor Day.

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The 5:00 News: Mental Health Summit, Greene Tract and UNC Women’s Soccer

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell brings you the latest local news stories to start the week on Monday, November 15. A power outage causes some traffic in Chapel Hill. UNC holds its mental health summit for the campus community. The local Orange County governments prepare for a joint vote for some geographical changes to the Greene Tract plan. UNC women’s soccer falls out in the NCAA Tournament’s first round. Plus: UNC women’s basketball earns a historic win, men’s basketball wins a shootout and a new dating app is for a good cause.

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Speaking of Schools: Jasmine Johnson and Crystal Epps

On November’s Speaking of Schools Teacher Feature, Scroggs Elementary School fifth grade teacher Jasmine Johnson joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to share details on her virtual reality elements of teaching. Plus: CHCCS Principal of the Year Crystal Epps shares her perspective on how Johnson’s projects are helping student engagement.

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Stroman on Sports: Carolina Football and Superman’s Return

Dr. Debbie Stroman speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell about UNC football falling just short of a comeback win, Cam Newton returning to the Carolina Panthers and UNC field hockey’s title streak being snapped.

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The 5:00 News: RDU Outage, Porthole Alley and UNC Field Hockey

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell closes out the week with local news stories from Friday, November 12. Raleigh-Durham International Airport experiences a power outage. Duke University researchers say North Carolina’s new congressional maps are clearly gerrymandered and may violate certain outlines. UNC aims to redevelop Porthole Alley along the border of campus and downtown Chapel Hill. Plus: UNC football loses a Thursday night game in OT, while the field hockey team sees its remarkable streak come to an end.

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Carrboro: Bike Program, El Centro Hispano and the Greene Tract

Carrboro Mayor Lydia Lavelle drops by 97.9 The Hill’s studio to speak with Brighton McConnell on Friday, November 12. She shares how the town government recognized Veterans Day, as well as updates from the latest town council meeting. Plus: a preview of the Orange County local governments’ plans with discussing the Greene Tract during meetings next week.

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On Air Today: Julia Stamey and Jackson Campbell for ‘Fix’

Ahead of the North Carolina premiere of “Fix,” an indie musical film created and shot in Chapel Hill, co-producer Julia Stamey and actor Jackson Campbell join 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to share more about the movie.

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Chapel Hill: Porthole Alley, Rosemary Street and Fall Trees!

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Thursday, November 11. She discusses highlights from the latest town council meeting, as well as public feedback sessions on UNC redevelopment of Porthole Alley. Plus: details on the Tree of the Year competition!

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On Air Today: Melissa Driver Beard with CORA Food Pantry

As CORA Food Pantry holds its annual Holiday Food Drive, Executive Director Melissa Driver Beard joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to talk about the local need during the holiday season and the pantry’s upcoming Turkey Tuesday.

Sponsored by the CORA Food Pantry.

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The 5:00 News: Leandro Plan Updates, Pittsboro Updates and A Purple Heart

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares updates on local and state news stories on Wednesday, November 10. A judge orders the North Carolina government to spend millions on education and resources. Pittsboro town staff criticize the City of Greensboro after another discharge of a contaminant affects the town’s drinking water supply. Another candidate announces a campaign to represent Orange and Durham counties in Congress. Plus: UNC’s basketball programs start 1-0 and a UNC School of Law program helps one North Carolina veteran get his long-deserved benefits.

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