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Orange County: Early Voting Ahead and A New Housing Assistance Program

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Renee Price joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, October 13. She discusses what voters should know ahead of the early voting period in Orange County. Plus, Price details the new Longtime Homeowner Assistance Program and why residents should apply.

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The 5:00 News: University Day, School Board Tension and ACC Tip-Off

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares a variety of local news stories on Tuesday, October 12. UNC celebrates University Day, but the atmosphere is somber as the campus community copes with recent tragedy. The Orange County Schools Board of Education denounces recent actions of a white nationalist group. Plus: a Duke expert shares the importance of being vaccinated against COVID-19 while pregnant and Carolina basketball attend the ACC Tip-Off event ahead of a new season.

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Chatham County Roundup: Randy Voller of the Chatham County Line

Randy Voller of the Chatham County Line joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, October 12. He shares details from the latest edition of the paper, which includes a preview of the Pittsboro mayoral race this fall. Plus: updates on the Main Street Pittsboro nonprofit and a change made by the town government on Monday.

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Hillsborough: Collins Ridge, Virtual Meetings and Early Voting

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, October 12. She discusses Monday’s town commissioners meeting, which included discussions about the affordable housing meant to be part of the Collins Ridge development. Plus: details on an extension of meeting virtually and what to do while early voting in Hillsborough.

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The 5:00 News: Sad Day to Be A Tar Heel

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares local news stories from Monday, October 11. The UNC campus community continues to cope and process two suicide attempts from the weekend, as leadership cancels classes for Tuesday. COVID-19 data is trending in a better direction, but local health officials warn about the winter. Plus: a roundup of Carolina Athletics results and a preview of Carrboro’s West End Poetry Festival.

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Speaking of Schools: Hillary MacKenzie of Orange County Schools

Chair of the Orange County Schools Board of Education Hillary MacKenzie joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Monday, October 11. She details the district’s recent problems with demonstrators wearing the gear of “Proud Boys,” a designated hate group, near Orange County campuses.

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On Air Today: Jennifer Player on Weavers Grove

With the groundbreaking ceremony for the Weavers Grove community approaching, President of Habitat for Humanity of Orange County Jennifer Player joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell. She details the scale, vision and potential hurdles for the project, as well as her perspective on affordable housing in the region.

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Stroman on Sports: Oh No Urban

Dr. Debbie Stroman joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Friday, October 8, and on the heels of earning a big honor. She shares thoughts on the recent controversy around Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Urban Meyer, as well as previews UNC football’s matchup with Florida State.

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The 5:00 News: Candidate Introductions, Rosemary Street and Golfers of the Month

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell finishes out the week with a slew of local news stories on Friday, October 8. An Orange County woman is reported missing and UNC Police are investigating a string of bicycle thefts. While the new parking deck in Chapel Hill grabs headlines, phase 2 of the development on East Rosemary Street is up for review. The Mosaic development in Chatham Park adds more new businesses. Plus: UNC football prepare to welcome Florida State to town and the Carolina golf players earn big recognition.

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