Carrboro Mayor Damon Seils joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Friday, January 7, to chat about the latest stories surrounding the local government. That includes the latest public health guidance as COVID-19’s spread continues to worsen, as well as a day of celebration for one of Carrboro’s most beloved figures. Plus: Seils discusses the challenges of pedestrian safety and implementations on roads when they’re owned by the state.

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