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Conversation We Need To Have: Carrboro’s Anita Jones-McNair

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 4, 2025 | Conversations We Need To Have

Carrboro’s Chief Race and Equity Officer Anita Jones-McNair spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, August 4, discussing town news and events. She talked about the work the town has been doing to connect with the community and ensure people feel represented in their local government. She discussed the town’s Downtown Area Plan, who it affects, and how the town is seeking feedback. She also discussed upcoming work from her office and more.

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Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee Named to NCBEMO Board of Directors

Posted by Michael Koh | Aug 4, 2025 | Local Government

Carrboro mayor Barbara Foushee has been named to the board of directors for the North Carolina...

Carrboro: Downtown Area Plan Workshops, UPROAR, Disaster Loan Center at Drakeford Library Complex

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 1, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, August 1, discussing town news and events. She discussed several upcoming community engagement events around the Downtown Area Plan coming up in August. She also talked about the Disaster Loan Outreach Center from the U.S. Small Business Administration that will be open at the Drakeford Library Complex through much of August. She discussed the UPROAR Festival of Public Art, other community events, and more.

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Biennial Road Work in Carrboro to Begin Soon; Will Bring Sidewalk to Roberson Street

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Aug 1, 2025 | Local Government, Traffic

A mix of residential and downtown streets in Carrboro will have significant road work starting next week, according to the town government.

Carrboro: Gov. Stein and Storm Damage, Patrice Toney’s First Year

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 25, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, July 25, discussing town news and events. She told about accompanying Gov. Josh Stein as he toured some of the areas flood damage last week, gave an update on recovery around town including the Public Works facility. She also reflected on Town Manager Patrice Toney’s first year on the job, and more.

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Orange County Arts Community Set for Uproar Festival Despite Recent Flood Damage

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jul 25, 2025 | Arts, Business, Local Government, Weather

Orange County’s Uproar Festival of Public Art returns on Aug. 1 – and it comes as the arts community recovers from catastrophic flooding.

Volunteers, Cleaning Supplies and $20,000 in Cash: How Triangle Mutual Aid is Helping Flood Victims

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jul 22, 2025 | Health, News, Weather

Triangle Mutual Aid leaped into action as Tropical Depression Chantal’s floodwaters receded and is helping victims in a variety of ways.

Carrboro: Continued Storm Recovery, What’s Next For Public Works, Candidate Filing Period Ends

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 18, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, July 18, discussing town news and events. She discussed the continued recovery from Tropical Depression Chantal, including considering an eventual new home for Carrboro Public Works. She also talked about the end of the filing period for candidates for local office, which included Councilmember Randee Haven-O’Donnel’s decision to not run for reelection. She discussed her upcoming reelection campaign, and more.