Carrboro Mayor Damon Seils and special guest Poet Laureate Fred Joiner speak with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Friday, April 1.

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Carrboro Looking for New Poet Laureate; Applications Open Now
As the term of current Carrboro Poet Laureate Fred Joiner enters its final months, the town government is seeking applicants to take up the role. The Town of Carrboro shared a release on Monday asking for applications to the position of poet laureate for a two-year term beginning on January 1, 2023. Joiner, who is […]
Memorial Day to Affect Local Government Services Around Orange County (2025)
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Public Works to Affect Traffic on Jones Ferry Road Next Week
A Carrboro Public Works Department project to remove a failing retaining wall will affect traffic on Jones Ferry Road between Monday, April 7 and Friday, April 11, the town said earlier this week. During the extent of the work, traffic on the road will be controlled by flaggers from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with […]
Carrboro: Inclusive Engagement, Affordable Housing and A Walkable Weaver Street Event
Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee speaks with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, April 4.
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