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Every week, 97.9 The Hill chats with the mayors of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough, plus the chair of the Orange County Board of Commissioners. From breaking news to hot-button issues, they co... more
FAQs about Conversations with the Mayors:How many episodes does Conversations with the Mayors have?The podcast currently has 1,206 episodes available.
October 26, 2021Hillsborough: Nondiscrimination Ordinances and Autumn ActivitiesHillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver speaks with 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, October 26 about what's happening around the local government. She details a recent discussion on enforcing the town's nondiscrimination ordinances, as well as early voting participation so far. Plus: Weaver shares some upcoming fall events in the area!...more12minPlay
October 22, 2021Carrboro: Upcoming 203 Project, Film Festivals and Price’s RetirementCarrboro Mayor Lydia Lavelle joins 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell to wrap up the week on Friday, October 22. She details this week's council meeting, which included several reports and tasking a climate action group. Plus: Lavelle shares news from the Carrboro Farmers Market, the town's Film Festival, early voting and more!...more15minPlay
October 21, 2021Chapel Hill: A Splash Pad and Leaving Your Loose LeavesChapel Hill Town Council member and Mayor Pro Tem Michael Parker joins 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell on Thursday, October 21. He shares some of the top agenda items from Wednesday's town council meeting, including early discussions on adding a splash pad to a park and in-depth stormwater studies....more15minPlay
October 20, 2021Orange County: Climate Action Projects, New Task Forces and The Burwell SchoolChair of the Orange County Commissioners Renee Price calls in to 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, October 20. She shares highlights from last night's county board meeting, as well as her thoughts on upcoming events and Rep. David Price's retirement announcement....more15minPlay
October 19, 2021Hillsborough: Sewer Testing, Purple Lights and TarWheelsHillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver joins 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, October 19. She shares several upcoming events happening around town...as well as details on why some streetlights in the area turn purple....more13minPlay
October 15, 2021Carrboro: Affordable Housing, A Bikeshare Program and A Finished RoundaboutCarrboro Town Clerk Catherine Dorando fills in for Mayor Lydia Lavelle on Friday, October 15. She speaks with 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell about an affordable housing report to the town council, updates on transportation projects and details on early voting....more14minPlay
October 14, 2021Chapel Hill: Mental Health Resources, Advisory Boards and FestifallChapel Hill Communications Manager Ran Northam joins 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell on Thursday, October 14. He shares details on the town's ongoing campaign for kindness in the midst of tragedy at UNC, as well as available mental health resources in local government. Plus: the town's advisory boards and commissions have several openings -- could you be fit to serve on them?...more12minPlay
October 13, 2021Orange County: Early Voting Ahead and A New Housing Assistance ProgramChair of the Orange County Commissioners Renee Price joins 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, October 13. She discusses what voters should know ahead of the early voting period in Orange County. Plus, Price details the new Longtime Homeowner Assistance Program and why residents should apply....more13minPlay
October 12, 2021Hillsborough: Collins Ridge, Virtual Meetings and Early VotingHillsborough 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....more12minPlay
October 08, 2021Carrboro: A Visit from the Governor, Climate Action Updates and Advisory BoardsCarrboro Mayor Lydia Lavelle stops by the 97.9 The Hill studio to speak with Brighton McConnell on Friday, October 8. She shares details on Governor Roy Cooper's visit to an early child care facility this week, as well as highlights from this week's town council meeting. Plus: the West End Poetry Festival is just around the corner!...more14minPlay
FAQs about Conversations with the Mayors:How many episodes does Conversations with the Mayors have?The podcast currently has 1,206 episodes available.