The Town of Hillsborough is evaluating how to enforce violations of its nondiscrimination ordinance after having passed new LGBTQ protections earlier this year.
Managing Editor Dale Edwards joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell to talk about some recent stories shared in the News of Orange County newspaper. He details the election coverage in Hillsborough, as well as some news regarding the paper’s home in the town and expanded sports coverage.
A planned Hillsborough affordable housing project recently hit a roadblock. Collins Ridge, a 1,000 unit development, was set to have 88 affordable housing properties within the neighborhood. Now, those units are being relocated.
EDITOR’S NOTE: An earlier version of the Progressive Democrats of Orange County’s endorsements listed support for Randee Haven-O’Donnell in the Carrboro Town Council race. An updated version now has removed...
Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, October 12. She discusses Monday’s town commissioners meeting, which included discussions about the affordable housing meant to be part of the Collins Ridge development. Plus: details on an extension of meeting virtually and what to do while early voting in Hillsborough.
Managing Editor of the News of Orange County newspaper Dale Edwards joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Monday, October 4. Edwards shares updates on stories regarding the grand opening of new arts space in Hillsborough, as well as a profile on a unique Chapel Hill business and the potential for Hillsborough to add a restaurant known for its popular milkshake.
Hillsborough residents should expect traffic delays along South Churton Street Friday due to a town utility project. The affected area is near Triangle Visions Optometry at 320 South Churton Street and the shopping center at 106 Rebecca Drive.
Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on a rainy Tuesday, September 21. She shares the emotions around the upcoming consideration of approval for COVID-19 vaccines for children ages 5-11. Plus, she shares how county residents can weigh in on a countywide racial equity plan and details for this month’s Last Fridays event!