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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell brings you the latest in local and state news on Tuesday, September 28. An update in the murder case of Faith Hedgepeth, as well as an update on the death toll of COVID-19 in North Carolina. Some in the UNC community are looking to address political interference in campus operations and leadership. Plus: towns recognize Diaper Need Awareness Week, UNC men’s golf rises in the rankings and student-athletes take NIL deals big and small.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell recaps a busy weekend and Monday, September 27, of local news stories. A new candidate has emerged in an effort to replace local state Rep. Verla Insko. UNC students advocate for more local action to be taken combating climate change. Researchers announce a study on a COVID-19 vaccine patch. Plus: a proposed industrial park won’t face county commissioner review and UNC Football disappoints on the road in Atlanta.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell finishes off the week with a batch of local news stories on Friday, September 24. UNC’s Board of Trustees discuss the delegation of power on campus. North Carolina’s government may face legal action if it doesn’t improve education spending soon. Plus: a look into ongoing construction projects at UNC and how Carolina Football has struggled lately against Georgia Tech.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell details the latest local news stories on Thursday, September 23. Chapel Hill and Carrboro’s state representative Verla Insko shares why she’s not running for re-election. Some of the first endorsements of candidates in town government elections this fall are released. Plus: UNC women’s soccer welcomes back a legend and Chapel Hill High School’s first female football  player is standing out on the field as well as off it.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell discusses news from UNC campus on Wednesday, September 22, including news of a federal settlement of fraudulent funding claims. A new book on UNC’s history gets launched and university leadership announces further incentives for its campus community vaccinated against COVID-19. Plus: Chapel Hill announces the first business to claim space in the East Rosemary Street redevelopment and Carolina men’s basketball is set to hold open tryouts.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell returns to bring you several local news stories to start your week on Monday, September 20. UNC Health and Duke Health are nearly at the self-imposed deadline for employees to get COVID-19 vaccines. Chapel Hill residents and town officials discuss stormwater management. Orange County looks to address rising homelessness numbers. Plus: UNC men’s golf and volleyball continue strong starts while football moves to 2-1!

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell helps wrap up the week with local news stories from Friday, September 10. Orange County first responders share their memories of the 9/11 attacks as the 20th anniversary nears. Local hospital systems are sharing their data to highlight the amount of unvaccinated COVID-19 patients. A new UNC study shows how the pandemic affected the campus’ alcohol culture. Plus: UNC football prepares to bounce back, while UNC field hockey falls once again.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell shares top stories in local news on Thursday, September 9. Governor Roy Cooper shares the latest COVID-19 data from North Carolina, as does UNC with its campus community. Local elected officials speak out against Texas’ new abortion law. Chapel Hill Transit announces temporary changes to service. Plus: UNC offers an incentive for those who get vaccinated at Kenan Stadium and Michael Jordan’s brand donates to help a key initiative.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell has the latest local news stories around the Orange County region on Wednesday, September 8. A campus safety group at UNC officially dissolves after two years. A new county commissioner is sworn in. UNC and Duke are conducting clinical trials on new, easier treatments for COVID-19. Plus: a new music series is set to launch on Thursday, while Orange County discusses plan for a visual arts festival starting in 2022.

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