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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.
March 02, 2021Hillsborough: Vaccination Group Changes, Name Changes and Weather ChangesHillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver joins 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell to discuss the changes to COVID-19 vaccine eligibility announced by North Carolina leaders. Plus: how the loosened capacity restrictions will affect local businesses and how the town is proceeding with a potential name change to a Hillsborough street....more12minPlay
February 26, 2021Carrboro: Updates from the State and Understanding Conditional Zoning HearingsCarrboro Mayor Lydia Lavelle speaks with 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell about the latest news from around the state that affects our community. Plus: updates from Carrboro Town Council's latest meeting and ways the local government has honored Black History Month....more13minPlay
February 25, 2021Chapel Hill: Impact of Eased Restrictions, a Challenging Development and WegmansChapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger joins 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell to discuss the latest news affecting her town, including the impact of North Carolina moving toward eased capacity restrictions. Plus: updates on several items discussed at the Wednesday town council meeting, Black History Month projects on the town's website and Wegmans opens in the community....more14minPlay
February 24, 2021Orange County: Eased Restrictions, Vaccine Efforts and Wegmans’ OpeningChair of the Orange County Commissioners Renee Price joins 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell to discuss her reactions to Governor Roy Cooper's announcement of North Carolina easing several restrictions in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19. She shares the likely county response, as well as updates on vaccination around the community and a popular grocery store opening....more13minPlay
February 23, 2021Hillsborough: Crown Act, Transportation Options and A Near MissHillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver calls in to speak with 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell about recent news from around her town. She shares updates from the Board of Commissioners' recent work session, which saw the town adopt language from the Crown Act. Plus: a new transportation option for Orange County residents could significantly help Hillsborough mobility....more10minPlay
February 19, 2021Carrboro: Food Distribution, BIPOC Businesses and High School JournalismCarrboro Mayor Lydia Lavelle joined 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell to wrap up the week with news from around her town. She shared updates on the town council's weekly meeting, as well as details on an upcoming business roundtable and several proclamations she's made in the last few days....more13minPlay
February 18, 2021Chapel Hill: Winter Weather, Booker Creek Basin Park and Food For StudentsChapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger checks in with 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell to share some recent news from around her town, including updates on the icy weather seen on Thursday. Plus: discussions of the town council about stormwater retention and a celebration for the Food for Students program!...more13minPlay
February 17, 2021Orange County: Buckhorn Area Plan, Vaccination Slowdowns and A State of EmergencyOrange County Commissioner Renee Price calls in to speak with 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell about the latest news from around the county. She provides updates on the county state of emergency issued ahead of inclement weather on Thursday. Plus: the bad weather causes vaccination rollout to hit a snag and county commissioners discuss the Buckhorn Area Plan....more12minPlay
February 16, 2021Hillsborough: Vaccination Patience, West King Street and Love HillsboroughHillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver joins 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell to discuss news from around her town and Orange County. She shares perspectives from residents about ongoing COVID-19 vaccination efforts, as well as updates on some new street markings for a popular downtown street....more11minPlay
February 12, 2021Carrboro: Rogers Road, A New Police Chief and Valentine’s Day OptionsCarrboro Mayor Lydia Lavelle joins 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell to wrap up this week's Conversations with the Mayors. Lavelle shares updates from the most recent town council meeting, including some zoning updates for Rogers Road, and previews next week's meeting. Plus: a new police chief is announced and what kind of Valentine's Day options are around town?...more12minPlay
FAQs about Conversations with the Mayors:How many episodes does Conversations with the Mayors have?The podcast currently has 1,206 episodes available.