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"Positively Mebane" on the Radio

The City of Mebane is now on the air! Join the Public Information Officer, Kelly Hunter, every second Thursday of the month on 97.9 The Hill WCHL at 7:30 a.m. or tune in to 94.3 / 95.1 The Maverick at 8:40 a.m. to find out the latest events happening in Mebane. Hear first hand details of developing projects aimed at improving citizens quality of life while also getting introduced to special guests that accompany Kelly on the air.

97.9 The Hill WCHL

November 9, 2023, Steve Krans, owner of Junction on 70, joins the Positively Mebane segment to discuss his next business venture and future vision for downtown Mebane.
October 12, 2023, Kelly Hunter joins Brighton McConnell on the “This Morning with Aaron Keck” show to provide more detail on the city’s search for a new fire chief, a popular Greensboro bookstore moving to Mebane, and upcoming seasonal events.
September 14, 2023, Positively Mebane segment focusing on the City of Mebane's infrastructure, a new elevated water tank, future public transit expansions, and the Lebanon Road Sidewalk and Trail Connector.
August 10, 2023, Positively Mebane segment featuring Chief McKinney from Mebane PD.
July 13, 2023, first Positively Mebane segment on This Morning with host Aaron Keck.

94.3 / 95.1 Maverick Radio

November 9, 2023, Steve Krans, owner of Junction on 70, accompanies Kelly to discuss his Chapel Hill ties, what brought him to Mebane, and his local involvement in downtown organizations. Find out the 411 on upcoming events, including “Shop Small Saturday.”
October 12, 2023, hosts Carson, Tom, and Leanne chat with Kelly about the qualifications needed for the new fire chief, who was hired as the new Water Resource Recovery Facility Director, and the upcoming Halloween Spooktacular and Jeepers Creepers event.
September 14, 2023, Positively Mebane segment, where we discuss Mebane's first greenway, a new elevated water tank, and the city's upcoming AutumnFest event.
August 10, 2023, Positively Mebane segment featuring Chief McKinney from the Mebane PD. From astronauts, to sports, to policing and community involvement, get to know the chief on a personal level.
July 13, 2023, first Positively Mebane segment on The Maverick Morning Show with hosts Carson Johnson, Leanne Petty, and Tom Britt.

Mebane on the Mic: A Podcast Series

The City of Mebane is delighted to present a new podcast series called Mebane on the Mic. Tune in on the third Wednesday of every month as the host, Public Information Officer Kelly Hunter, speaks with various city partners to discuss numerous topics such as art, local history, new exhibits, business opportunities, and more. Learn about the vibrant spirit of the Mebane community and why it is referred to as "Positively Charming."

November 15, 2023

Episode Five: Meals of Hope with the MBA

The Mebane Business Association, or MBA, advocates for businesses of all sizes, providing support, structure, and a unified voice. They have been a nonprofit organization for over thirty years, helping to bring local businesses together in our community. In this Mebane on the Mic episode, the MBA President, Michael Quintas, and the Administrator, Claudia Clemente, discuss what the MBA does, the projects and events they're involved in, and the significance of becoming a member. The MBA is passionate about bringing people together, which is why, this holiday season, they need your help to make a difference in our community. Join them in spreading Thanksgiving cheer with the Meals of Hope Thanksgiving Dinner Fundraiser! For more information on the Meals of Hope fundraiser or to become a member of the Mebane Business Association, head to https://www.mbamebane.com/.

October 18, 2023

Episode Four: Making a Local Difference

The United Way of Alamance County is working hard to unite the community by breaking down barriers, eliminating inequities, and ending poverty. Today, Sally Gordon, the Director of Community Change, discusses how their non-profit organization fundraises and then grants that money back into the community. Learn about work being done right here in the City of Mebane, the United Way of Alamance's core values, how they implement them, and how they strive to better the lives of residents in Alamance County. If you want to learn more or see how you can get involved, go to https://www.uwalamance.org/ and see what volunteer opportunities are available today!

September 20, 2023

Episode Three: All Aboard the Mebane Train Display

The Mebane Train Display features a collection of model electric trains that have been donated and accumulated over the past few decades. In today's Mebane on the Mic episode, host Kelly Hunter is joined by President and volunteer Travis Washburn of the Train Display. Learn all about the train museum and what types of trains they have, including the history behind how it got started in Mebane. Travis will also review the dates the train display is open to the public and what events are occurring soon. For more information, head over to their website at https://themebanetraindisplay.com/.

August 23, 2023

Episode Two: Get to Know Your Chamber

The Alamance Chamber President & CEO Reagan Gural joins host Kelly Hunter for the second Mebane on the Mic installment. The mission of the Alamance Chamber is to enhance business welfare and promote and stimulate economic vitality in the Alamance County area to benefit its investors and the community. Today, Reagan discusses the three C's the Chamber strives to follow as related to its mission and the long-term vision for Alamance County. Find out what the Alamance Chamber staff is constantly working to achieve and receive first-hand advice from Reagan herself, who was a recipient of the 2023 "40 Under 40 Leader" Outstanding Woman in Business award from the Triad Business Journal. If you would like to apply for the Communication and Program Coordinator position, please apply online at https://www.alamancechamber.com/. If you have any questions or want to connect with Reagan, please email her at reagan@alamancechamber.com.

Episode One: Meet Mebane Main Street

Meet Mebane Main Street is the first installment of the Mebane on the Mic podcast series. In this episode, host Kelly Hunter is joined by the Downtown Mebane Development Corporation (DMDC) President Dan Shannon and the DMDC Executive Director Barbara Hollerand to discuss the Main Street America program. Find out what the DMDC has been diligently working on these past few months, and learn about the historic celebration happening soon in downtown Mebane!