97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell rounds out the week with the latest local news on Friday, August 9. UNC’s Board of Governors approves UNC-Chapel Hill’s newest chancellor — ultimately choosing an option close to home. Orange County’s local governments and utility services continue cleanup in the aftermath of Tropical Storm Debby, which brought power outages, high water and storm debris to the region. Mebane’s City Council approves an incentives package and takes final votes on the Morinaga expansion that’s set to add 200 jobs. The local Public School Foundation is offering a school supplies store to all district teachers this year instead of just some. Plus: two Carolina alumnae have a shot at gold medals on the U.S. women’s soccer team, while one Tar Heel sees their Paris Olympics come to a close.
97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday afternoon, 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey recaps the day’s news, from local government to business developments to UNC sports. Find all of Andrew’s 5:00 News Reports by clicking here.
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