Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell for this week’s Chatham County Roundup segment! Howard brings details on the county’s new budget, the library’s fine-free pilot program, Juneteenth and more.

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This week on Chatham County Roundup, join 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell for a conversation with Chatham County commissioner Karen Howard as they talk about a new pilot program in the Chatham County Public Libraries. 
Chatham County Roundup: County Commissioner Karen Howard
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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