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ABC Commission Delays Vote to Hike Liquor Prices, After Restaurants Push Back

The ABC Commission said it's considering making cheap liquors more expensive, as a way to limit excessive drinking. Bars and restaurants that serve alcohol, however, oppose the change and say it would force them to further raise prices or absorb the extra costs. Jason Smith, the owner of Cantina 18 and Harvest 18, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how the proposed laws could impact his business.

Chris Hooks on High School Football Returning to WPTF

Next Friday, high school football play-by-play will return to WPTF. Chris Hooks, a longtime college and high school sports broadcaster, will handle the play-by-play. Hooks joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the exciting new addition to WPTF’s lineup.

North Carolina chapter of Samaritan’s Purse responds to Ebola outbreak in Congo

At least 2,000 people have died among the confirmed cases in Congo's Ebola outbreak that is the fastest-spreading on record, according to the latest government data. Various members of Samaritan’s Purse in North Carolina are in Congo helping with recovery efforts. Ken Isaacs of Samaritan’s Purse joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the latest.

Town of Apex announces "On The Steps" concert series at the Halle

The Town of Apex will launch Season Two of On The Steps, The Halle Cultural Arts Center's intimate “in the roud” concert series, with “Stories in Song” featuring Grammy nominated Laila Biali on August 21. Marie Neal and Christian Tambor joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the upcoming concert series

Director of The Produce Box Bailey McNeill discusses what the cyclospora outbreak is doing to her business

With cases of cyclosporiasis rising across the state, there have been growing concerns about food and specifically produce safety. As health officials continue investigating the outbreak, Raleigh food hub, The Produce Box, is doing its best to bring fresh, local produce from all across the state. Bailey McNeill, Director of the Produce Box, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss what she is doing for her business.

N.C. State Economics professor emeritus Mike Walden U.S discusses that hiring slumps are a worrying sign for the economy

The labor market posted a modest loss in July, as businesses shed jobs in the face of renewed tariffs and higher costs driven by war in the Middle East. Mike Walden, N.C. State Economics professor emeritus, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the latest numbers.

New Durham Police Chief Stephanie Mardis discusses her new role

Stephanie Mardis has been named the new Police Chief of Durham. Mardis has been the assistant chief for the Greensboro Police Department. She has spent all 24 years of her law enforcement career in Greensboro. She arrives in Durham as city leaders have focused on violence reduction strategies. Mardis joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss her new role.

Elon University Poll Director Jason Husser discusses a new Elon University poll that shows Cooper maintains a lead against Whatley

Democrat Roy Cooper has an 11-point lead over Republican Michael Whatley among likely voters in the race to fill the seat being vacated by Republican U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis, according to a new Elon University poll. Jason Husser, Elon University Poll Director, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the latest survey.

Distance swimmer Lorelei Schmidt discusses swimming the English Channel and completing the 'Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming'

A Raleigh swimmer completed a prestigious test of endurance Friday, swimming across the English Channel at just 17 years old. Broughton High School student Lorelei Schmidt completed the swim from the coast of England to the French coastline in 12 hours and five minutes. Schmidt joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the achievement.

Head Coach of Johnston County Little League Softball Ben Catarozzoli discusses the team winning the Little League Softball World Series

The Johnston County Little League 12U Softball team continued a winning tradition for the state on Sunday, defeating Kentucky 2-0 in the championship game of the Little League Softball World Series in Greenville. Head coach Ben Catarozzoli joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the accomplishment.

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