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On Air Today: Dr. David Fitzgerald

Infectious disease expert and primary care doctor David Fitzgerald with the Durham-Orange County Medical Society joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss why North Carolinians should be alert and wary of ticks this summer.

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The 5:00 News: UNC Faculty Concerns, Upcoming Elections and Food For Students

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares updates from the UNC Faculty Council meeting on Wednesday, July 14. Plus: news on a stabbing at a local music venue, local election filings, the state’s U.S. Senate race, a food initiative for K-12 students and much more!

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Orange County: Recapping the NACo Conference + BOCC Vacancy

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Renee Price joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell and shares her experience at the National Association of Counties conference the last few days. Price details some main topics local governments across the country are discussing. Plus: time is running out to apply for the vacancy on the Board of County Commissioners!

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The 5:00 News: Carrboro Town Manager, Masks in Schools and Best Place to Live

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell brings local news updates from around the region on Tuesday, July 13. The Town of Carrboro names its next town manager and it’s someone familiar with the local government. UNC’s NAACP chapter protests the university police’s recent actions during a Board of Trustees meeting. Research in North Carolina shows masks in schools effectively prevent the spread of COVID-19. Plus: UNC men’s basketball’s schedule is coming together and the Raleigh-Durham area receives major recognition as being a great place to live.

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Chatham County Roundup: County Commissioner Karen Howard

Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on this week’s Chatham County Roundup to discuss some recent events around the local government. She shares thoughts on the recent drinking water scare in Pittsboro and how it reflects need for stronger action from the state government. Plus: Chatham hits the 50 percent mark of COVID-19 vaccinations and continues celebrating Chatham 250.

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Hillsborough: Wolf-Dogs, Town Flags and Tomato Pies

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to share some updates from around her town. She discusses the nearly-finished reservoir expansion project, as well as a recent discovery about town flags on display and an upcoming event celebrating tomatoes.

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