Host of “On The Porch” on 97.9 The Hill and former Pittsboro Mayor Randy Voller spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, February 12. He discussed recent news from Chatham County, including the county commissioners’ decision to put a moratorium on construction of AI datacenters in the county. He also discussed recent real estate trends in the area, conversations with local leaders running for reelection, and more.
97.9 The Hill’s broadcast of the Chatham County Roundup is sponsored by Chatham County’s own Rocky River Hemp, your local source for regeneratively grown hemp CBD and THC products like oils, salves, gummies, seltzers, facial serums and dog treats.
Each week, News on The Hill engages in conversation with Chatham County leaders for the Chatham County Roundup. You can find previous conversations with Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp, Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard, and other county leaders by clicking here.
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