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The 5:00 News: New UNC School, Masking Advice and Tennis Updates

Posted by | Apr 22, 2022 |

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell helps close out the work week with local news on Friday, April 22. UNC announces an update on mental health efforts from university leadership. A School of Data Science is set to be launched in the next academic year. A Duke infectious disease expert shares thoughts on masking while traveling. Plus: UNC women’s lacrosse picks up a big win while tennis plays in the ACC Championships.

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The 5:00 News: COVID-19 Data, General Election Projections and KJ Mack

Posted by | Apr 20, 2022 |

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares local news headlines on Wednesday, April 20, including updates on statewide COVID-19 data. Plus… a local 12-year-old is using proceeds from one of his books to raise money for a good cause. 2022 general election projects spell trouble for Democrats. And Carolina baseball picks up a mid-week win.

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The 5:00 News: ‘Medium’ Spread, Mental Health and Hillsborough Banners

Posted by | Apr 18, 2022 |

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell returns to deliver local news stories to listeners on Monday, April 18, including updates from Hillsborough and details on mental health resources for UNC students.

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The 5:00 News: Local Gov. Is Back, Period Products and TV Ratings

Posted by | Apr 6, 2022 |

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares updates from the community on Wednesday, April 6. A bevy of local government meetings leads to advancing the 203 Project and considering two Chapel Hill legends being honored. Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools moves to optional masking. A UNC initiative has brought free menstrual products to all residence communities. Plus: Gene Chizik is settling into his coaching role again at UNC and men’s basketball delivered whopping TV ratings once again.

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