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On Air Today: Dale Edwards of News of Orange County

Posted by | Jun 21, 2021 |

Managing Editor of the News of Orange County newspaper Dale Edwards joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell. He shares details on several recent stories in the Hillsborough and Efland community, like local election news, beekeeping and more.

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Stroman on Sports: NBA Playoffs’ Fans and Injuries

Posted by | Jun 18, 2021 |

This week for Stroman on Sports, Deborah Stroman joins 97.9 The Hill to chat NBA Playoffs. As we approach the conference finals rounds, several key players are expected to be out or not fully healthy — what does this say about the NBA’s shortened offseason? And fan behavior continues to turn ludicrous, as a Suns fan goes viral for fighting a Nuggets fan in the stands.

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The 5:00 News: Juneteenth Events, UNC Faculty and Erin Matson

Posted by | Jun 18, 2021 |

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell helps wrap up your week by sharing the latest local news stories on Friday, June 18. North Carolina sees just a slight increase in vaccinations ahead of the state’s first lottery drawing. The community prepares for Juneteenth celebrations, but also Regulator Remembrance Day. UNC faculty express displeasure with university leadership and some minority professors leave the school. And Erin Matson’s field hockey dominance is rewarded with another honor.

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Carrboro: Juneteenth, New Sidewalk and the Longest Consent Agenda in HISTORY

Posted by | Jun 18, 2021 |

Carrboro Mayor Lydia Lavelle joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell in studio to finish the week and preview several Juneteenth events this weekend. She brings updates from a busy town council meeting too, which included honoring the Teacher of the Year and discussing early voting sites.

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The 5:00 News: New Judge, Fireworks, Vaccine Hesitancy and Aura Votes

Posted by | Jun 17, 2021 |

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell brings you several local news stories from Thursday, June 17, including updates on the courts, on Fourth of July and Juneteenth celebrations and a major development project.

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Chapel Hill: Fourth of July, Aura and Meetings Galore

Posted by | Jun 17, 2021 |

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to share some breaking news about the town’s upcoming holiday plans. Fourth of July fireworks will once again be held at Southern Community Park! Plus: Hemminger shares her thoughts on last night’s Aura development vote and upcoming Juneteenth celebrations.

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On Air Today: Patrick Mulkey of the Orange County Board of Elections Advisory Group

Posted by | Jun 16, 2021 |

The Orange County Commissioners have conducted elections with the same district system for years now. Is it time for a change? That’s what the county’s Board of Elections Advisory Group is trying to determine. Co-chair of the group Patrick Mulkey joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss the group’s goals and share how community members can voice their thoughts in a survey.

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The 5:00 News: Farmers Market Thefts, A UNC NIL Program and Tom Jensen

Posted by | Jun 16, 2021 |

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell has some of the latest local and state news on Wednesday, June 16. Orange County passes an operating budget, while Chapel Hill’s government is set to consider a major development project. The Chapel Hill Farmer’s Market is experiencing a string of thefts. Plus: North Carolina’s economy looks like it’s booming and a diehard Diamond Heels fan is set to change his cheering methods.

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