Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp speaks with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, July 9. He brings highlights from the town’s board of commissioner meeting the previous night, which included details on adding a Scenic Corridor Overlay District to some of the entrances to downtown. Shipp explains how it tucks into Pittsboro’s ongoing efforts to keep its development and visual components in harmony with the town’s historic roots. Plus, the mayor shares some upcoming events around town that feature free and summer-y foods.

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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