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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell helps close out Monday, February 7, with a roundup of local news stories. A bicyclist struck by a car door in Chapel Hill two weeks ago succumbs to his injuries. The impact of political influence and governance on UNC’s campus is scrutinized by both news outlets and the Coalition for Carolina. An outage caused by a fallen tree knocks out power for about 2,000 customers in Chapel Hill. Carrboro prepares for the repaving of East Main Street and the cohesive elements it will offer to Chapel Hill’s plans. Plus: UNC men’s basketball is overwhelmed by Duke in their first matchup of the season, while UNC women’s basketball and tennis continue to roll.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell closes out the week on Friday, February 4, with a preview of tomorrow’s UNC vs. Duke men’s basketball game. Plus: Chapel Hill is determining what type of bike lane to add to West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill Police share changes to the pedestrian safety operations and a long-time UNC leader is stepping down.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell rounds up local news stories on Thursday, February 3 for audiences. In Chapel Hill, an injured bicyclist remains in critical condition, with reports looking unlikely he will recover. In Chatham County, around 120,000 N95 masks start being shared to the community. UNC approves early designs for expansion to its Kenan Football Center. Plus: the history of Orange County’s first Black commissioner, a profile on Carolina’s new in-arena host and the story of a title-winning ice dancer on UNC campus.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell has the latest local news stories from Orange County on Wednesday, February 2. North Carolina’s Supreme Court hears oral arguments in the lawsuit affecting the state’s primary elections. Local governments in the county meet to kick off a busy February. Orange County School Board members explain their support for three books that were challenged by a local parent. Plus: Chatham County’s Board of Commissioners is set to select a new member and UNC men’s basketball wins a wild one in Louisville.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell details several local news headlines on Tuesday, February 1. Orange County authorities charge one man in connection to a string of break-ins at residences and construction sites. The Orange County Schools Board of Education votes to keep three books in its library despite challenges from a parent. CHCCS is preparing to build a new strategic plan. Plus: the Coalition for Carolina gets its bearings and UNC men’s basketball hits the road.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares the local news headlines on Monday, January 31. Orange County’s health department quickly runs out of free N95 masks. Several local law enforcement jurisdictions are investigating a pair of thefts at local Walmart stores. Two of the wolf-dogs at Orange County Animal Services find a new home. Plus: UNC men’s basketball drops 100 points on NC State and a UNC experts helps share ways to make resolutions more attainable.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell closes out the week with a look at top news stories on Friday, January 28. The Orange County community may have a third consecutive week of winter weather and several closures precede any snow. Gov. Roy Cooper vetoes a bill to push North Carolina’s primaries back further. UNC Health changes who can get COVID-19 tests at their emergency departments. Plus: UNC women’s basketball handily beats Duke and Orange County Animal Services shares updates on some captive wolf-dog hybrids.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell brings you the latest local news stories on Thursday, January 27. As hospitalizations due to COVID-19 continue to set records, the CEO of UNC Health pens a column urging people to get vaccinated. The UNC campus community continues to emphasize mental health resources. The Orange County court system officially adopts a new policy to prevent people from staying in jail before their trials if they can’t pay for release. Plus: UNC men’s basketball wins a game despite awful shooting statistics.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares several local news stories on Wednesday, January 26. Police share updates and a charge in the crash at Northside Elementary School, as well as a status update on an injured bicyclist. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office turns to the public to help identify a suspected catalytic converter thief. Orange County’s Assembly of Governments meets for the first time since 2020. UNC’s Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center receives its biggest gift ever. Plus: OWASA forecasts projects around the Chapel Hill-Carrboro community and UNC football is recognized for their uniforms.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares the top headlines of local news on Tuesday, January 25, including breaking news about a car crash at Northside Elementary School. A gas leak in Carrboro leads to two roads being closed and one building being evacuated. A crash on Franklin Street in Chapel Hill injures one bicyclist. UNC students voice concern or support for maintaining in-person learning while the omicron variant peaks its spread. Plus: UNC men’s basketball picks up a win and Carrboro is changing its website’s name.

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