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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell details several local news stories on Thursday, October 28. Ahead of expected emergency approval, a local researcher details what’s been found by clinical trials for the COVID-19 vaccine in younger children. UNC announces its date and plans for an upcoming mental health summit. Early voting in Orange County could see a big push at the polls toward the end. Plus: UNC football is trying to game plan for a tough Notre Dame defense and a local state park is set to add new acreage.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares the local news stories of the day from Wednesday, October 27. North Carolina’s COVID-19 trends are heading in the right direction, as Gov. Roy Cooper urges continued vigilance with vaccinations. A gas leak in Chapel Hill temporarily shuts down a major road. A new county government program aims to help homeowners struggling with property tax changes. Plus: The Breakfast Club releases its endorsements in local government races and the Sheraton Chapel Hill is open after major renovation.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell brings you top local news stories from Tuesday, October 26, including a big honor for the radio station! Plus… Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools leadership details new measures to help students and staff’s mental wellness. Orange County shares information about booster shot availability. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents of a scam caller impersonating a sergeant. And UNC men’s golf wins the first Williams Cup.

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97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell helps start off your week with a look at local news on Monday, October 25. North Carolina’s COVID-19 trends continue a downward slope, while some UNC employees who are unvaccinated will soon be required to get their shots. Rep. David Price shares his plans for his final term in Congress next year, while Orange County leaders describe his impact. A group of Chapel Hill community members try to support some UNC students by providing a mental health break. Plus: a legendary UNC head coach reaches an incredible milestone.

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97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell shares several news stories from around the region and state on Friday, October 22. The Town of Chapel Hill shares its plans for Franklin Street on Halloween evening. Carrboro Police charge a resident with murder after a shooting at an apartment complex. The Leandro Plan to fund North Carolina public education was back in court this week. Plus: a full slate of UNC Athletics are in action and an exhibit about a Chatham County soccer team is making its way around the community.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell brings you local and state news stories of the day on Thursday, October 21. Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools leadership aims to discuss and address mental health struggles within the schools community. North Carolina leadership looks to progress state budget and redistricting processes. A local historical site is celebrating its 200th anniversary. Plus: UNC women’s soccer honors mental health awareness and the NC State Fair highlights its apple contests.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell takes you around the top local news stories on Wednesday, October 20. Four schools in Orange County land on a state report listing recent COVID-19 cases in education settings. A local communications expert offers tips to combat misinformation in the public health sphere. The Chapel Hill Public Library is set to launch a new tool to help preserve and share local history. Plus: UNC women’s basketball sees one player land on the Newcomer Watch List for the upcoming season.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell brings you top local news stories from around the area on Tuesday, October 19. Early voting numbers pick up in Orange County and the Daily Tar Heel shares its candidate endorsements in local elections. A Hillsborough development has to alter its affordable housing plans. UNC EMT students begin their own 911 responses on campus. Plus: UNC is picked toward the top of the ACC in the preseason men’s basketball poll.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell has the latest local news stories to the start the week on Monday, October 18. Longtime Orange County Congressman David Price announces his plans to retire. The Weavers Grove housing project breaks ground in Chapel Hill. Early voting continues for local elections. Plus: UNC basketball lands in the preseason AP Top 25, Carolina football earns a dramatic win and the Town of Chapel Hill is promoting mental wellness resources.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell wraps up the week with a slate of local news stories on Friday, October 15. The UNC campus community continues discussions around mental health and mourning. University Place redevelopment details progress past a Chapel Hill advisory board. Chatham County apologizes for its role 100 years ago in the killing of a Black teenager. Plus: Carolina Football prepares for Miami and a pumpkin breaks a record at the N.C. State Fair.

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