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Orange County: Third Vaccines, New Facilities and Sally Greene

Chair of the Orange County Commissioner Renee Price joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on the air on Wednesday, August 18. She shares details on the latest press conference from North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper, as well as the local health department’s approach to changing guidance on additional COVID-19 vaccines. Plus: an upcoming ribbon-cutting and a fellow county commissioner is given an award!

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On Air Today: Falyn Owens of NC Wildlife Resources Commission

As a mysterious illness affects songbirds in some eastern states, Falyn Owens of the North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to share what is known and what people can look out for.

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The 5:00 News: 5-11 Vaccine Trials, $15 Minimum Wage and Dean Susan King

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares the latest local news headlines on Tuesday, August 17. The dean of UNC’s journalism school is set to step down in the coming months. Orange County Schools adopt new health measures for staff ahead of the new school year. COVID-19 vaccine trials for children aged 5-11 are finishing up. Plus: Chatham County passes non-discrimination ordinances and UNC football donates tickets to first responders.

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Chatham County Roundup: Lars Dolder of the Chatham News + Record

This week on the Chatham County Roundup, Chatham News + Record reporter Lars Dolder joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell. He details the recent approval of non discrimination ordinances by the county government, as well as reporting on the latest news around the Chatham Park development and Pittsboro’s water quality.

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Hillsborough: Health Policies for Schools and Public Art

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver calls in to speak with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, August 17. She discusses her thoughts on recent health policies passed for Orange County Schools, as well as a change at the water treatment plant and an addition of public artwork.

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On Air Today: Dr. Amir Barzin of UNC

Dr. Amir Barzin, who heads up UNC’s Carolina Together Testing Program, joins 97.9 the Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Monday, August 16. He shares details on the university’s public health protocols for the upcoming school year, like COVID-19 testing requirements, vaccination rates and dorm policies.

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The 5:00 News: Faculty’s Petition, CHCCS’ Desegregation and UNC Football’s Ranking

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell starts off the week with local news stories from around the community on Monday, August 16. UNC faculty are petitioning for the university to begin the year with remote learning despite FDOC being two days away. CHCCS honors a pioneer in desegregating its district 60 years ago. Plus: UNC Football lands in top 10 of the Associated Press’ Preseason Rankings and a local dance studio places in top 10 in a major competition.

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On Air Today: Dale Edwards of News of Orange

Managing Editor of the News of Orange County newspaper Dale Edwards joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Monday, August 16. He shares stories on a local dance studio’s success, a new book on the Colonial Inn and a lizard on the loose.

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