Chatham County District 1 Commissioner Karen Howard speaks with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, March 5. It is Election Day, and Howard saw no Democratic or Republican challengers in her run for re-election — she shares thoughts about that, and the addition of first-time commissioner Amanda Robertson who will join the board in December after also running uncontested. Howard also shares her thoughts on the importance of local government participation, discussing local values, and investment in understanding (and communicating with) others. Finally, the county commissioners shares details about upcoming events at the Chatham County Library recognizing National Women’s History Month.

Each week, News on The Hill engages in conversation with Chatham County leaders for the Chatham County Roundup. You can find previous conversation by clicking here.

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