Get-out-the-vote efforts are underway for the 2026 election – including a concert at the site Cat’s Cradle is developing as a third venue.
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Read MoreIn today’s news: the Faith Hedgepeth murder trial continues, and a local nonprofit cuts the ribbon on four affordable homes.
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Read MoreIn today’s news: Chatham County officials tackle affordable housing, and UNC football prepares to tackle Notre Dame.
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Read MoreHillsborough Mayor Mark Bell speaks with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, August 25.
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Read MoreSteven Dubb, the Principal and President of the Beechwood Organization spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, August 18. He discussed the latest news from the South Creek development in the southern portion of Chapel Hill. He talked about the importance of having homes in a lower price range than is typical for Chapel Hill, the value of having 80 acres of nature preserve as part of the development, and what future timelines are for South Creek. He also shared some upcoming milestones, and more.
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Read MorePittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, July 14, discussing town news and events. They talked about the recent mid-July town meeting including some Parks and Rec updates, provided some new info on affordable housing at Chatham Park, and more.
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Durham Technical Community College began early steps of construction at the site of its 124-unit affordable housing complex in April.
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In a housing market long defined by square footage and scale, a quieter shift is taking shape across Chapel Hill, Durham, and the surrounding Triangle, one that favors simplicity, flexibility, and a more intentional way of living.
Read MoreIn this episode of “Economics with Aria,” host Aria Allen dives into how one economic policy can impact the general trend of affordable housing: interest rates.
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Orange County’s recently met with Mebane to discuss ways to plan for the future of the city and how to accommodate its growing population.
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