<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">This week Tim spent a lot of time on the road reporting in the western part of the state. So, Tim packed up his equipment and sat down for a beer with a town commissioner, ER doctor and a political science professor to talk about small town politics in the far western part of the state. The result is a conversation about chickens, social districts, medicaid expansion, and Confederate statues!  </p>

This week Tim spent a lot of time on the road reporting in the western part of the state. So, Tim packed up his equipment and sat down for a beer with a town commissioner, ER doctor and a political science professor to talk about small town politics in the far western part of the state. The result is a conversation about chickens, social districts, medicaid expansion, and Confederate statues!

<p>This week Tim spent a lot of time on the road reporting in the western part of the state. So, Tim packed up his equipment and sat down for a beer with a town commissioner, ER doctor and a political science professor to talk about small town politics in the far western part of the&nbsp;state. The result is a conversation about chickens, social districts, medicaid expansion, and Confederate statues!&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

Chickens, social districts and Confederate statues: On the road talking local election issues

With the speed of the local news cycle, it's easy to forget that the politicians who represent us and the influencers in our communities are more than just a soundbite. North Carolina’s veteran reporter and anchor, Tim Boyum, loosens his signature bow tie to give listeners a glimpse behind the curtain, showing us who these power players really are and why they do what they do.

Through Tim’s candid conversations on “Tying It Together,” his guests reveal their most fascinating life stories, passions, and help all of us get a better grasp on the issues affecting our communities.

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With the speed of the local news cycle, it's easy to forget that the politicians who represent us and the influencers in our communities are more than just a soundbite. North Carolina’s veteran reporter and anchor, Tim Boyum, loosens his signature bow tie to give listeners a glimpse behind the curtain, showing us who these power players really are and why they do what they do. Through Tim’s candid conversations on “Tying It Together,” his guests reveal their most fascinating life stories, passions, and help all of us get a better grasp on the issues affecting our communities.

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