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by Jordan Beyle | Hometown Heroes, Town Square

This week’s Hometown Hero, presented by the O. Max Gardner Foundation, is Mike Naglich....

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by Emma Cooke | Pre-K - 12 Education

The North Carolina General Assembly passed a state budget that includes pay raises for public school teachers.

UNC Field Hockey Releases 2026 Regular Season Schedule

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The UNC field hockey program has released its schedule for the 2026 regular season. It will be the...

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American Efficient, a Durham-based energy efficiency business facing more than $1 billion in federal fines and repayments for allegedly manipulating electricity markets, has filed for bankruptcy protection.

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Could An Orange County Railroad Become A Public Trail? Ongoing Study Seeks Answers, Community Feedback

The J Branch Rail Trail Feasibility Study is underway, as Orange County's local entities hear the community's vision for the rail corridor.

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Caleb Wilson’s GOAT Resemblance: How the Chicago Bulls’ New Star Compares to Michael Jordan

Caleb Wilson’s presence at UNC was reminiscent of Michael Jordan. Now, he'll look to continue the comparisons while on the Chicago Bulls.

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Viewpoints: Time To Rein in Big-Time Sports in NC

The longtime North Carolina sportswriter Art Chansky has written a piece that I wish I could have found shocking.

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What to Know About the Historic Wildfires in France and Spain

Heat waves and scant rainfall in Europe have contributed to historic wildfires in France and Spain that have forced hundreds of thousands of people to flee their homes.

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The Morning News: Educator Pay, Blood Shortage, Return of Arts Mill

Jul 27, 2026 | 6:00 News

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey fills in for Aaron Keck with the morning news. In today's news: We hear from the president of the North Carolina Association of educators on the shortcomings of teacher pay in the new budget; we hear of a national blood donation shortage; an energy company in Durham faces a hefty fine; the Eno Arts Mill is set to reopen soon; a longtime Carrboro-area bar is getting a new owner and a rebrand, and more.