97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell substitutes for "News On The Hill" on Wednesday, July 30 and shares the latest local news. 

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97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey fills in for Aaron Keck with the morning news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear about the challenges of flood insurance for Eastgate tenants; Tom Jensen weighs in on the impact of Roy Cooper in a senate race, and more. In sports, UNC Women's Basketball Coach Courtney Banghart talks about an upcoming exhibition matchup against South Carolina that will take place in Atlanta and be open to the public, members of the Men's Lacrosse team are added to team USA, and more.

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This this edition of “Wonderful Water,” join 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey for a conversation with OWASA Water Resources Director Allison Spinelli, Distribution and Collections Director Jesse DuClau, and Director of Wastewater Management Wil Lawson. Tropical Depression Chantal’s impact on our community was severe — and as Orange County’s water utility, OWASA’s operation during a […]

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell guest hosts the show on Tuesday, July 29, and shares the latest local news updates.

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Chatham County Public Health Department Director Mike Zelek and Population Health Data Scientist Alec Higgins join 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, July 29.

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Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell speaks with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, July 29.

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97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey fills in for Aaron Keck with the morning news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn of a missing person police are asking for help locating. We also hear what local leaders are thinking about the future of Camelot Village. Businesses and residents affected by the storm in Orange County are now eligible to apply for disaster loans. We learn more about the upcoming Carolina Performing Arts season, and more. In sports, David Glenn talks about the future of the ACC as seen at the ACC Kickoff in Charlotte last week.

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This week Tom speaks with Andrew Stuckey, filling in for Aaron Keck. They discuss Roy Cooper's announced run for U.S. Senate, why he may be an ideal candidate, and other trends for North Carolina and the nation.

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This Week: Travel was John Foley's first passion so a career in the airline industry was natural. The smiles on the faces of the people he met while circling the globe shaped the person he is today. After studying medicine and graduating from North Carolina State University with a Bachelor of Science degree, Foley began a 20-year career as a kidney dialysis technician. He even donated a kidney to a patient he was treating in Durham NC. In his latest chapter, Foley is a realtor and and town commissioner leading Pittsboro NC forward during a time of remarkable change.

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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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