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WPTF Afternoon News

WPTF FM 92.9 AM 680

The WPTF Afternoon News airs weekdays from 3-5 p.m. ET. Each afernoon, you will receive local and national news, sports, entertainment, and live traffic reports, along with interviews regarding local news that matters, with a focus on showcasing local businesses and people. Plus, the crew will assure you to give you fun and entertaining segments to keep you tuned in all afternoon long!

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6:40

Danny Morrison on Charlotte's Economic Boost from...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2024/07/10

An active sports year in Charlotte continues this summer. On Wednesday night, a sellout crowd is expected at Bank of America Stadium for the Copa Americas Tournament when Uruguay faces Colombia. Another huge crowd will gather on Saturday night for the 3rd place match in the Copa America Tournament. Recently, Charlotte sports organizers announced a special exhibition tennis match at the Spectrum Center for this December featuring Carlos Alcaraz, who won the French Open last spring. Additionally, the

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6:46

Steve Allen on Wake County Restaurant Closures in...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2024/07/10

Since the start of 2024, at least seven restaurants have closed their doors in Wake County. Restaurant owners attribute these closures to changes in customer habits and other significant factors. Steve Allen, Professor of Economics at N.C. State University, explains that some businesses are still struggling to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic and there's been a sharp decrease in restaurant workers. Allen joined Jeff Hamlin on the WPTF Afternoon News to discuss these and other factors contributing

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7:03

Tony Avent on the Juniper Level Botanic Garden Open...

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2024/07/10

For eight weekends a year, Tony Avent opens his botanical haven to the public. Rain lilies, giant ferns, showstopping titan arums, and trilliums so rare they have yet to be named decorate Juniper Level Botanic Garden in rural south Raleigh. This private garden boasts 27,000 plant varieties, many unique to Avent's 28-acre property. Tony Avent joined Jeff Hamlin on the WPTF Afternoon News to talk about what to expect at the upcoming Open House starting July 12.

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7:34

Morgan Coyner on Rising Drug-Related Deaths and...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2024/07/10

Drug-related deaths in the United States have increased over the last few years, with over 100,000 people dying from drug-involved overdoses in 2022. The National Institute on Drug Abuse reports that fentanyl is a major contributor, with close to 80,000 overdose deaths. Morgan Coyner, the Executive Vice President of Addiction Professionals of North Carolina, joined Jeff Hamlin on the WPTF Afternoon News to discuss the alarming statistics and share the signs of addiction, a personal issue for her

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6:54

Dr. Nate French Discusses President Biden's Candidacy...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2024/07/09

Democrats on Capitol Hill are meeting privately behind closed doors at an extraordinary moment for President Joe Biden’s candidacy. Tensions are running high over whether he should remain as the party’s nominee. House Democrats met early Tuesday at party headquarters - no cellphones, no leaks — just what party leaders billed as a “family” discussion. But one Democrat in the room said the mood was “dour.” Dr. Nate French, Wake Forest University Professor of Communication, joined Jeff Hamlin to

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7:03

Haviv Avrahami Discusses Discovery of...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2024/07/09

A 100-million-year-old dinosaur was unearthed by North Carolina scientists who compare the bizarre new species to a "burrowing deer." The new dinosaur, Fona herzogae, lived 99 million years ago in what is now Utah. At that time, the area was a large floodplain ecosystem sandwiched between the shores of a massive inland ocean to the east and active volcanoes and mountains to the west. Haviv Avrahami, Ph.D student at N.C. State University, joined Jeff Hamlin on the WPTF Afternoon to discuss the

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5:48

Josette Roten on DPAC's Record-Breaking 2023-2024...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2024/07/09

The Durham Performing Arts Center recently completed its 2023-2024 season, which was a record-breaking year for attendance, sellouts, and number of performances. DPAC welcomed 626,071 guests to 260 performances from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024, making this DPAC’s biggest season ever. It was a year that brought everyone from Clint Black to Godsmack to Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson to DPAC. Josette Roten, Director of Marketing and Sales at the Durham Performing Arts Center, joined Jeff Hamlin on the WPTF

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9:17

Neil Siegel on Supreme Court Ruling: Trump’s Broad...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2024/07/09

The Supreme Court recently ruled for the first time that former presidents have broad immunity from prosecution, extending the delay in the Washington criminal case against Donald Trump on charges he plotted to overturn his 2020 presidential election loss and all but ending prospects the former president could be tried before the November election. In a 6-3 vote, the court’s conservative majority, including the three justices appointed by Trump, narrowed the case against him and returned it to the

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5:54

Texas Storm Recovery Efforts: Laurie Hughes of...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2024/07/08

Tropical Storm Beryl was unleashing heavy rains and powerful winds along the Texas coast, knocking out power to more than 2 million homes and businesses and flooding streets with fast-rising waters. Two people were killed when trees fell on their homes. First responders raced Monday to rescue stranded residents. There are dozens of American Red Cross volunteers from North Carolina who are headed to San Antonio over the next week to help in recovery efforts. Laurie Hughes, the Executive Director of

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7:27

Shark Attacks in July: Insights from UNC Shark Expert...

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2024/07/08

Officials are urging swimmers to stay vigilant after a series of shark bites occurred over the Fourth of July holiday. Several individuals were bitten by sharks in separate incidents at beaches in Texas and Florida. Last year, there were 36 unprovoked shark bites in the U.S. North Carolina is among the top states for shark bite reports. UNC shark expert Joel Fodrie says that shark bites tend to peak during this time of year. Fodrie joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss why sharks are more likely to attack

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6:43

Fedora Castlelino Discusses Biden's Immigration...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2024/07/08

President Biden recently unveiled new executive actions aimed at providing relief to long-term undocumented immigrants, allowing noncitizen spouses of U.S. citizens to apply for legal residency without leaving the country. However, Apex resident Fedora Castlelino highlights the limitations for documented Dreamers like herself who remain unaffected by these measures. Join Jeff Hamlin as he talks with Castlelino about her personal experiences and perspectives on Biden's immigration policy.

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8:12

Analyzing President Biden's Stand with Andy Taylor \...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2024/07/08

President Joe Biden in a letter to congressional Democrats is standing firm against calls for him to drop his candidacy after his dismal debate performance. Biden wrote in a two-page letter Monday “the question of how to move forward has been well-aired for over a week now. And it’s time for it to end.” Biden stresses the party has “one job,” which is to defeat presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump in November. N.C. State political science professor Andy Taylor joined Jeff Hamlin

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7:46

Morrisville Town Councilman Steve Rao Commentary \...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2024/07/05

Join host Anthony and Morrisville Town Councilman Steve Rauh as they delve into the latest in local politics, cricket, and national news on the Wake County Roundup. In this episode, they discuss President Biden's recent campaign appearances, the impact on upcoming elections, and the significance of economic issues like inflation and unemployment. They also explore the role of North Carolina as a swing state and the implications for down-ballot races in the upcoming election cycle.

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7:00

Wake County Roundup: Raleigh Mayor Pro Tem Jonathan...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2024/07/05

Join us as we sit down with Morrisville Town Councilman Steve Rao and Raleigh's Mayor Pro Tem Jonathan Melton for an insightful discussion on the current state and future of Raleigh. From the challenges of hosting city events like the Fourth of July fireworks to tackling issues in budgeting, affordable housing, and urban development, Mayor Pro Tem Melton provides a candid look at what's happening in the capital city. Discover how Raleigh is managing its growth, enhancing public spaces like the new

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11:14

Morrisville Town Councilman Steve Rao Commentary \...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2024/07/03

Morrisville Town Councilman Steve Rao joins Jeff Hamlin on the WPTF Afternoon News to give commentary on the news of the day including the continued fallout from President Biden's debate performance and some preparations for July 4th festivities.

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7:45

Scott Marshall on Recent Earthquakes in Western North...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2024/07/03

Western North Carolina felt three earthquakes in 24 hours in June, and one Appalachian State University professor said a recently discovered fault line might have been behind it. Each was relatively small, according to records, and near the area of the 5.1 magnitude earthquake in Sparta, North Carolina, in 2020. Appalachian State University professor Scott Marshall says earthquakes in the eastern United States are more difficult to study than in the west. Marshall joined Jeff Hamlin on the WPTF

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6:42

Mitch Kokai on the Turmoil in President Biden's...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2024/07/03

The echoes are growing louder as to whether President Biden is stable enough for a second term in office. Tensions grew after a performance in a debate against Donald Trump last week that even Biden's staunchest supporters called "awful." On Tuesday, a Reuters poll found that former First Lady Michelle Obama leads Donald Trump 50-39 in a hypothetical matchup. Former Ohio Congressman Tim Ryan also called for Biden to step down on Tuesday. Mitch Kokai of the John Locke Foundation joined Jeff Hamlin on

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5:10

Clint Jordan on Supporting Veterans in Today's...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2024/07/02

We dive into the challenges veterans face in today's housing market, characterized by record-high prices and interest rates. Our guest, Clint Jordan, founder of Milistate, a military real estate network, shares his insights on leveraging existing loan programs and finding deals. Clint discusses his motivation for continuing to serve veterans after his Air Force career and highlights the benefits and underutilization of the VA home loan. He also explains the importance of knowledgeable realtors and

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5:04

Loren Hendrickson on Wake County's Farmland Loss and...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2024/07/02

North Carolina is changing rapidly with so many people moving here daily. What was once agricultural land is quickly becoming residential space. Loren Hendrickson, Wake County's Farmland Preservation Coordinator. joined Jon Champion on the WPTF Afternoon News to talk about what it means to lose farmland and a study about the issue.

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5:58

Steve Rao on Morrisville Hosting Major League Cricket...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2024/07/02

Morrisville is one of only two hosts for the Major League Cricket games in the United States in July 2024. The Town of Morrisville will play host to Cognizant Major League Cricket from July 5-17 at Church Street Park. Major League Cricket will kick off its second season on July 5 at Church Street Park in Morrisville when the defending league champions, MI New York, will face the Seattle Orcas to open a doubleheader. On July 6, MI New York will face the Washington Freedom. Steve Rao, a member of the

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