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WPTF Morning News

WPTF FM 92.9 AM 680

The WPTF Morning News airs weekdays from 5-9 a.m. ET. Each morning, 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 to give you fun and entertaining segments to keep you tuned in all morning long!

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6:59

2/14/2024 Bill Graham, Republican Candidate Governor

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2024/02/14

Bill Graham joins Chris Edwards to talk about his campaign trail and what he plans on bringing to the table should he become the next Governor. He also makes a few comments on his opponents.

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7:58

2/14/2024 Talk of the Town - Karen Brinson Bell, NC...

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2024/02/14

Primary elections are coming up here in North Carolina, the state Board of Elections has been getting ready for the big day. A lot of new and old voters may have some questions about changes that have happened since the last time they've had to vote. To discuss these issues is Karen Brinson Bell the NC State Board of Elections Executive Director

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6:42

2/14/2024 North Carolina Senator Thom Tillis

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2024/02/14

An aid package vote for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan amounting to $95 million dollars was signed yesterday. One of the Senators to vote on it was North Carolina Senior Senator Thom Tillis. He joins Chris Edwards and Jon Champion to discus why we need to support Ukraine, and other hot topics on Capitol Hill.

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19:14

2/13/2024 Dale Folwell

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2024/02/13

Dale Folwell, the current state treasure, who is running for Governor as a republican candidate. Talks with Chris Edwards and Tony Rigsby about his plans for what he plans on doing, should he win the the Governor race.

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7:27

2/13/2024 Catherine Truitt, NC State Superintendent...

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2024/02/13

A lot of people may be wondering what is going on in the Durham public school systems. Catherine Truitt, the NC State Superintendent of Public Instruction talks to Chris Edwards and Jon Champion about this and other issues are school systems all around the state are facing right now.

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5:13

2/12/2024 Jill Schlesinger

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2024/02/12

Everyone couple needs to discuses money at times, and people may often wonder what should you do if your partner makes significantly more or less then money then you. These issues can be tough to talk about. Thankfully, Jill Schlesinger has some tips about how to have these conversations and what are some options you have to deal with this issue.

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4:27

2/12/2024 Jay Ratliff

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2024/02/12

Jay Ratliff talks to Chris Edwards and Jon Champion about everything that happened last week in the aviation world.

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3:16

2/12/2024 Henna Patel

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2024/02/12

Over the next 12 months, Wake County's health equity initiative will host quarterly, in-person town hall events aimed at addressing the burning health topics in our community and joining Jon Champion and Chris Edwards to talk more about the program is Henna Patel.

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5:07

2/12/2024 Phoebe Brinker, Duke Women's Golf

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2024/02/12

College golf season is on the horizon this spring and at Duke University, their golf program has once again teamed up with Duke Children's Hospital for the Birdies for Babies Program. This past fall, that program raised over $3,200 for Duke Children's Hospital and has raised over $110,000 since its inception seven years ago. Joining Chris Edwards and Jon Champion to talk more about the program is Phoebe Brinker from the Duke Women's Golf Team.

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5:39

2/9/2024 Angela Powley, American Red Cross

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2024/02/09

The American Red Cross continues to experience an emergency blood shortage as severe winter weather has further impacted the ability to rebuild the blood supply. Blood and platelet donations are needed now to help alleviate the shortage and ensure lifesaving medical procedures are not delayed. Angela Powley, from the American Red Cross, joins Chris Edwards and Jon Champion with more details on these issues.

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5:41

2/9/2024 Matt Krause

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2024/02/09

A big game coming up in women's basketball, rivals Duke and Carolina face off this Sunday. Matt Krause joins Chris Edwards and Jon Champion to preview the game.

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2:53

2/9/2024 Talk of the Town - Mark Spanioli, Town of...

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2024/02/09

A Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will be held on Tuesday to celebrate the completion of repairs and renovations at Morrisville's Shiloh Park. Chris Edwards and Jon Champion are joined by Mark Spanioli from the Town of Morrisville to preview the event.

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5:17

2/9/2024 Marcus Manning, Durham Sports Commission

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2024/02/09

The Durham Sports Commission has done a lot of good the local economy and the city of Durham. They have recently announced some big plans for 2024 involving some ACC championships and the Durham bulls. Marcus Manning, the executive director of the Durham Sports Commission joins Jon Champion and Chris Edwards to discuses all the big plans they have coming up this year.

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5:47

2/8/2024 Dr. Amanda Allen & Kim Lewter Johnston...

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2024/02/08

It is national school counseling week, Chris Edwards and Jon Champion are joined by Dr. Amanda Allen and Kim Lewter from Johnston county schools, about school counselors.

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5:06

2/8/2024 Katharine Eberhardt, NCFC Youth

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2024/02/08

NCFC Youth is a non-profit organization committed to enhancing each player's soccer experience at every level and age of play. NCFC Youth started in 1974 and has given thousands of aspiring soccer players the opportunity to lean and improve their skills in the game. From the NCFC Youth organization to talk about what they have planned and what they need is Katharine Eberhardt.

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5:46

2/8/2024 Shannon Bray, Libertarian Candidate for...

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2024/02/08

Libertarian Candidate for Governor, Shannon Bray, joins Chris Edwards and Jon Champion to talk about his campaign trail and what he plans do if he is elected Governor.

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8:16

2/8/2024 Bob Orr, Former State Supreme Court Justice

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2024/02/08

A lot of people wondering if former President Donald Trump will be be on the ballot during this election. To tell us what determines how a candidate becomes eligible for election is Bob Orr, former State Supreme Count Justice.

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5:08

2/7/2024 Kesha Dozier, Chocolate Boutique

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2024/02/07

February is celebration of chocolate month and who better to talk about it then a chocolate maker. Kesha Dozier is the owner of the Chocolate Boutique and has traveled the world to hone her craft. Chris Edwards and Jon Champion speak to Kesha all about the Chocolate Boutique and what it takes to properly make chocolate.

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5:03

2/7/2024 Mike Causey, North Carolina Insurance...

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2024/02/07

the insurance industry requested an increase in insurance rates, that would add up to 42%, which was denied yesterday. to discuss why this interest rate hike was denied is the North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey.

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4:55

2/7/2024 Talk of the Town - Nikki Wall

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2024/02/07

The Town of Selma will be hosting some amazing events in the near future, including their wine walk and All-American festival, hosting the largest fire works show in the area. They will also be celebrating the centennial calibration of their train station. Nikki Wall from the Town of Selma joins Chis Edwards and Jon Champion to preview these events and more coming up in Selma.

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