Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Thursday, November 11. She discusses highlights from the latest town council meeting, as well as public feedback sessions on UNC redevelopment of Porthole Alley. Plus: details on the Tree of the Year competition!

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