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Chapel Hill: UNC Games, Noise Ordinances and Stormwater Changes

Posted by | Sep 2, 2021 |

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Thursday, September 2, a day after the town council’s first meeting of the fall. She covers some highlights, as well as recent discussions with UNC leadership, affordable housing demonstrations and upcoming meetings around the town government.

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On Air Today: North Carolina Botanical Garden

Posted by | Sep 1, 2021 | ,

The 33rd annual Sculpture in the Garden event is nearly here at the North Carolina Botanical Garden! To share details on the preview party and new exhibit, Emily Oglesby and Jordan Wilkins of the garden join 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell. Listen to learn details about the opening night event, why fall is a popular time to visit the garden and much more.

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The 5:00 News: Local Gov. Meetings, UNC Campus Updates and Redistricting

Posted by | Sep 1, 2021 |

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell details several local news stories on Wednesday, September 1, including the return of some local government meetings. Plus… UNC shares updates on its COVID-19 testing data and centers. A new Asian American Center opens on the UNC campus to welcome all students. Redistricting in North Carolina is set to begin soon now that census data is released. And several former UNC women’s tennis stars play in the U.S. Open.

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Orange County: Meetings are Back, Afghan Refugees are Welcome

Posted by | Sep 1, 2021 |

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Renee Price speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, September 1. Price shares a preview of the county board’s upcoming meeting, their first back from a summer hiatus, in which they’ll name a new commissioner and hear comments on elections processes.

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KIDSQ: What is the Farthest You’ve Ever Traveled?

Posted by | Sep 1, 2021 |

97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell, Ali Evans and Jada Jarillo discusses the farthest trip they’ve ever taken from North Carolina. Plus: Jada and Ali share some details on how to enter (and hopefully win!) a major travel package of your own.

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Chatham County Roundup: Victoria Johnson of the Chatham News + Record

Posted by | Aug 31, 2021 | ,

This week’s Chatham County Roundup features Victoria Johnson, a reporter for the Chatham News + Record’s La Voz de Chatham project! She speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell about the new upcoming print edition of La Voz, as well as some recent stories, like a Hispanic Heritage Fiesta being postponed again.

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Hillsborough: Carpool Lines, Refugee Aid and Storywalks

Posted by | Aug 31, 2021 |

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, August 31. She discusses school traffic, refugees fleeing Afghanistan and a recent addition to a local park.

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The 5:00 News: Duke’s COVID Spread and Affordable Housing

Posted by | Aug 30, 2021 |

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares the latest local news stories to start the week on Monday, August 30. Carrboro Police charge four teenagers for attempted murder. Duke University change its public health protocols amid a surge of COVID-19 cases. Chapel Hill community member march for more affordable housing at below 30 percent AMI. Plus: the NCHSAA’s future seems clearer as the season begins and local artists have one final day to apply for a grant.

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