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Orange County: Passing the Budget, Looking at Housing and Celebrating Juneteenth

Posted by | Jun 16, 2021 |

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Renee Price joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss some of the latest news around the county government. She brings results from Tuesday’s BOCC meeting, including the passage of next year’s operating budget, as well as details on a new COVID-19 vaccination method. Plus: several Juneteenth events are slated for this weekend, including one Price helped coordinate!

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On Air Today: Frank Maynard of UNC Finley Golf Course

Posted by | Jun 16, 2021 |

On Friday, Frank Maynard is set to attempt a golfing marathon at the UNC Finley Golf Course. He joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to share details on his goal to play 99 holes in one day as a fundraiser for Folds of Honor. Listen for details on how to follow his progress and how to donate to the cause, which aims to fund scholarships for families of fallen military members.

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The 5:00 News: Alert Carolina, UNC Vaccination and a Cary Olympian

Posted by | Jun 15, 2021 |

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares the latest local news on Tuesday, June 15, including updates on an armed person getting arrested on UNC campus. As the fall semester approaches, how will UNC students be asked about their coronavirus vaccinations? Could we see a new apartment complex in downtown Chapel Hill? And will we see a Cary teenager compete in this year’s Olympic Games?

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Chatham County Roundup: County Commissioner Karen Howard

Posted by | Jun 15, 2021 | ,

Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell for this week’s Chatham County Roundup. She brings updates on some things returning to normal at commissioner meetings next week, as well as efforts to continue vaccinating residents against COVID-19. Plus: several Juneteenth and Chatham 250 events are coming up!

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Hillsborough: Budget Prep, Downtown Flags and A Re-Election Campaign

Posted by | Jun 15, 2021 |

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to share some updates from around the town, including some of the latest public comments on the proposed town budget. Plus: why Flag Day was a topic of conversation downtown and an upcoming book club.

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On Air Today: Ross Martin of Inside Carolina

Posted by | Jun 14, 2021 |

News-breaker Ross Martin of Inside Carolina joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to discuss a new recruiting period underway around Carolina Athletics. What names of high school prospects are being heard around the UNC football and men’s basketball programs? Plus: how the COVID-19 pandemic presented challenges to teams and reporters alike.

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The 5:00 News: Local Government Elections, Bullying and Big Bagel News

Posted by | Jun 14, 2021 |

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell brings you the local news headlines from this weekend and Monday, June 14. Local elected officials announce re-election campaigns, while the Orange County Board of Commissioners are accepted feedback on potential election process changes. The North Carolina Supreme Court sets a precedent on bullying response, while health officials hope to see COVID-19 vaccination rates improve. Plus: UNC Track and Field athletes are set to compete at U.S. Olympic Trials and a popular Chapel Hill restaurant announces an expansion.

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Stroman on Sports: Marketing More Women’s Sports

Posted by | Jun 11, 2021 |

This week for Stroman on Sports, Deborah Stroman joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to highlight how teams and sports media can do more to market women’s athletics. Stroman says the audience is there: what kind of moves need to be made to better tap into them?

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The 5:00 News: State of Emergency, Juneteenth and Chapel Hill Transit

Posted by | Jun 11, 2021 |

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell helps you wrap up the week with the latest local news on Friday, June 11. North Carolina’s state of emergency is set to last until July 30 after its latest extension. Orange County’s budget for the next fiscal year could have a new property tax assistance program. Plus: the Chapel Hill-Carrboro community prepares to celebrate Juneteenth and the Durham Bulls keep a hot streak going!

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