Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, October 5. She talks about how she’s experiencing another election cycle of running unopposed for mayor, as well as an upcoming forum for Hillsborough. Plus: Weaver discusses the recent presence of Proud Boys at local school board meetings and demonstrations.

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