Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, July 27. She shares details on the local government’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic as the delta variant increases its spread in North Carolina. Plus, a new way to celebrate Chatham’s 250th anniversary: an apple tree!
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Chatham County Roundup: County Commissioner Karen Howard
County Commissioner Karen Howard calls in to 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell for this week's Chatham County Roundup. She discusses the recent announcement of Dr. Mandy Cohen stepping away from the state government, as well as the county government's efforts to keep up COVID-19 vaccinations. Plus: Howard shares details on upcoming Board of County Commissioner meetings, holiday events and a website update!
Chatham County Roundup: Bill Horner III of the Chatham News + Record
Following a busy week in Chatham County, Publisher and Editor of the Chatham News + Record Bill Horner III joins 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell. He discusses a recent Q+A with Chatham County Health Director Mike Zelek and Chatham Hospital’s Dr. Andy Hannapel about COVID-19 vaccinations. Plus: updates on the latest print edition of La Voz de Chatham and this year's Chatham Life magazine!
Chatham County Health Department Partners with StarMed for Vaccine Rollout
As vaccination efforts continue to build across North Carolina, Chatham County’s Public Health Department recently announced a partnership to better expand its reach. The county department shared StarMed HealthCare, a health care system based in Charlotte, will take over operations for the mass vaccination clinics held at the county’s Agriculture and Conference Center in Pittsboro. After […]
Chatham County Roundup: Mass Vaccination Events and North Woods Neighbors
Join Brighton McConnell every Tuesday afternoon for Chatham County Roundup, a recurring series that shines the spotlight on Chatham County through engaging discussions and interviews with locals, newsmakers, officials and more. Lars Dolder of the Chatham News + Record joined this week’s edition of Chatham County Roundup on 97.9 The Hill to share details on […]
Chatham County Sheriff's Office Searches for Missing Swimmer at Jordan Lake
A teenage swimmer who went missing at Jordan Lake on the Fourth of July has prompted a search by the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office.
2 Chatham County Schools Administrators Begin New Roles in District
A pair of Chatham County Schools administrators will be taking on new roles for the upcoming school year, the district announced Tuesday. Michelle Burton, currently the Executive Director of Secondary Education & Career and Technical Education, has been named the Deputy Chief of Student Support & Innovative Programs. Meanwhile, Carla Murray, currently the district’s Executive […]
A Pipeline Company Says It Will Protect the Environment in North Carolina. Its Record in Tennessee Says Otherwise.
Federal records show Chatham residents’ concerns about Enbridge’s environmental performance are valid. Over the past seven months, an Enbridge subsidiary has amassed a dozen non-compliance events related to its Ridgeline Expansion Project in central Tennessee.
Chatham County Roundup: "On The Porch" Host Randy Voller
Former Pittsboro Mayor, Real Estate Developer, and "On The Porch" host Randy Voller spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, June 24. He discussed a recent trip to Washington, D.C. with the Association of Realtors. He discussed the current state of the real estate market in the area, talked about the implications of a proposed pipeline in Chatham County, and more.
Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp on Tri River Water, More
Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, June 23, discussing town news and events. They discussed the recent meeting of the board with county commissioners and boards from other towns in the county. He also gave an update on Tri River Water, talked about downtown planning, and more.
Refuel Prepares to Open Renovated Chapel Hill Location; Will Feature New Local Mural
Refuel will celebrate the reopening of a newly renovated gas station, featuring a new mural, in Chapel Hill on Saturday, June 27 at 11 a.m.
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