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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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7:49

Sam Walker OBX News

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/29

The North Carolina Department of Transportation has announced that NC12 remains closed between the Marc Basnight Bridge and Rodanthe, as well as on the north end of Ocracoke Island between the Pony Pens and the ferry terminal. While other sections of the highway are open and passable, drivers are advised to exercise extreme caution due to sand and water on the road in several areas. Additionally, major ocean overwash is affecting secondary roads in Avon and Rodanthe. Sam Walker of OBX News joined

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7:10

Jay Barnes Hurricane Expert

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/29

Hurricane Melissa has left a trail of destruction across Cuba, Haiti and Jamaica. The storm made landfall Tuesday in Jamaica as a Category 5 hurricane, with winds reaching 185 miles per hour. Officials say at least 40 people have died across Haiti. In Cuba, officials report collapsed houses and blocked roads, with 735,000 people in shelters. Jay Barnes is a hurricane expert who has written about the strongest storms to ever impact North Carolina. He joined jeff Hamlin to discuss the strength of

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6:29

Suzanne Tormollen TABLE Director of Marketing

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/29

Every week, volunteers at TABLE in Carrboro spend hours packing up fresh vegetables and pantry items to hand deliver to 1,125 hungry children in Orange County. Suzanne Tormollen, director of marketing at TABLE, says many of the families already spend a large portion of their income on groceries. Tormollen joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how the shutdown has impacted their organization.

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7:23

Frank Williams Brunswick County Commissioner

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/28

The federal government may be shut down, but that isn't stopping a handful of county leaders from advocating for passage of the FEMA Act via a Fly-in event in Washington, D.C. Several North Carolina county leaders are attending including Brunswick County Commissioner Frank Williams. They are members of the National Association of Counties Intergovernmental Disaster Reform Task Force. Williams joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the event.

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6:55

Justin Pelham Founder of Jump Academy

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/28

A Raleigh-based non-profit is paving the way for young musicians and producers to get their start. Grammy Award-winning producer Justin Pelham founded Jump Academy after his Grammy win for Best Contemporary Christian Song in 2024. Since then, kids who went through his camp say they gained a great deal of knowledge. Pelham joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss Jump Academy.

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6:40

Charles Hall Executive Director of the N.C. Soybean...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/28

Soybeans, one of the state’s top five cash crops, are again caught up in the most recent maneuver in the trade war with China, ahead of a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping. Earlier this month, news reports suggested that China halting US imports of soybeans is a relatively easy and risk-free way to apply pressure on the Trump administration. It could impact North Carolina Soybean farmers. Charles Hall, Executive Director of the N.C. Soybean Association,

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7:52

Gary Stephenson Spectrum News Meteorologist

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/28

Hurricane Melissa has hit southwestern Jamaica as a catastrophic Category 5 storm, causing heavy flooding and wind damage. Melissa made landfall Tuesday in southwestern Jamaica with maximum sustained winds of 185 mph. Officials warned of devastating damage and urged residents to seek shelter as the hurricane crossed the island. Melissa's winds tied records for the strongest Atlantic storm on landfall. The storm is expected to move toward Cuba, where authorities prepared for evacuations. Gary

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5:16

Dr. Scott Ralls Wake Tech Community College President

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/28

When it comes to student success, Wake Tech is among the very best at delivering results. The Aspen Institute has named Wake Tech as one of the 200 institutions eligible to compete for the $1 million Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, the nation’s premier recognition of high achievement and performance among two-year colleges. The 200 colleges were selected based on their student outcomes data, including retention, completion, transfer, and bachelor’s attainment rates. Dr. Scott Ralls,

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7:27

Kent Yelverton Director of the North Carolina State Fair

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/27

After nearly a million people showed up to experience the N.C. State Fair’s festivities in 2024, the numbers have taken a slight dip, though the North Carolina Agriculture Commissioner still called 2025 a “strong year.” According to the N.C. State Fair’s press office, 946,811 people showed attended the fair this year. A dip of slightly more than 52,000 fairgoers, compared to 2024’s 998,926 attendees. Kent Yelverton, the Director of the North Carolina State Fair, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss this

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5:47

Jonathan Mugar CEO of The Soccer Tournament

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/27

The Soccer Tournament is staying in Cary. The 7-on-7 All-Star Tournament that brings together men's and women's teams from around the world will remain at WakeMed Soccer Complex through 2029. The Soccer Tournament started four years ago in Cary. Last year, it attracted over 31,000 fans and nearly 2,000 players from 34 countries. Last year, teams owned by Hope Solo, J.J. Watt, Steve Nash, Ali Krieger, Carli Lloyd and Sergio Aguero all participated in the event. Jonathan Mugar, the CEO of the Soccer

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6:35

Veronica Hatton Child advocate

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/27

Domestic violence survivors gathered Sunday at the NC State Capitol, urging Senators to pass the "Jesse's Law," aimed at enhancing protections for domestic violence survivors in family courts. The law passed the North Carolina House in May with bipartisan support. Advocates are now calling on state senators to follow suit. Veronica Hatton, a child advocate, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss Jesse’s Law and their rally on Sunday.

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6:27

Dr. Martin Kifer High Point University Poll Director

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/27

A High Point University Poll ﬁnds that a little more than half of North Carolina residents will celebrate Halloween this year, while 40% will not. These ﬁndings are higher compared to a 2023 High Point University Poll in which 47% of North Carolinians said they would celebrate Halloween that year. Dr. Martin Kifer, the Poll Director for High Point University, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss other Halloween results from their survey.

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6:48

Kristin Hiemstra Leader of We the People Rise

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/27

A movement for joy, unity, and a stronger future—led by the people, for the people. Kristin Hiemstra, a Chapel Hill resident, is leading a new group called We the People Rise. Their goal is to build a nation where every citizen can thrive. Kristin, who has worked as a high school counselor, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss why she started We the People Rise.

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7:19

Sarita Broadway CFNC Associate Outreach Director for...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/23

It’s officially North Carolina College Application Week. It’s a critical moment for students across the state to take the next step toward higher education. As proclaimed by Governor Josh Stein, this week is part of the statewide Countdown to College initiative. designed to break down barriers to college access. Sarita Broadway, CFNC Associate Outreach Director for North Central North Carolina, joined Bruce Ferrell to discuss their efforts.

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5:52

Anderson Clayton Chairperson for the North Carolina...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/23

In a win for their party, North Carolina Republican lawmakers formally passed a redrawn Congressional map meant to give them an extra seat in Washington, D.C., something they say is heeding the call from President Donald Trump. Governor Josh Stein posted a video on X saying the legislature failed North Carolinians. He went on to say Republicans haven’t even passed a budget yet and should focus on other priorities like that. The Governor does not have the authority to veto the new map. Anderson

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6:44

Jason Simmons North Carolina Republican Party Chairman

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/23

North Carolina lawmakers have given final approval to a new U.S. House map backed by President Donald Trump. The map adopted Wednesday could help Republicans win an additional seat by reshaping a swing district currently held by Democratic U.S. Rep. Don Davis. The previous map already helped the GOP win 10 of the 14 House districts in North Carolina, which Trump won with 51% of the vote last year. Jason Simmons, the Chair of the North Carolina Republican Party, joined Bruce Ferrell to discuss the

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8:39

Chris Cooper Western Carolina Political Science...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/22

North Carolina lawmakers gave final approval to a new congressional map, a victory for Republicans in the state legislature and beyond who have sought to increase the GOP’s advantage in races for the U.S. House of Representatives in 2026. The North Carolina House of Representatives approved the map in a party-line vote Wednesday, following on the heels of another party-line vote in the state Senate Tuesday. Western Carolina political science professor Chris Cooper joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the

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6:49

Larry Miller President of the Glenwood South...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/22

On Tuesday, the Raleigh City Council gave approval to an updated noise ordinance. The vote comes as residents in Glenwood South and other neighborhoods have voiced their frustrations with the noise from bars and restaurants. Council member Megan Patton says there should be monitoring on how the ordinance is being implemented. Larry Miller, the President of the Glenwood South Neighborhood Collaborative, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the new ordinance.

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7:31

Carol Gartrell Graduate of Ligon Magnet Middle School

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/22

Some local alumni of the historic Ligon High School who lived through segregation are making their voices heard to make sure their beloved school, now Ligon Magnet Middle School, isn't torn down as it faces renovations. The Wake County Public School System announced details on the proposed $141 million renovations to the nearly 75-year-old school. Carol Gartrell is a graduate of Ligon Magnet Middle. She joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss why she’s against the renovation.

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5:02

Kate Irsh and Shekema Crawford Early Head Start of...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/10/22

The Early Head Start program under Durham's Partnership for Children is not immediately impacted by the government shutdown, but there's grave concern that the program won't be able to operate at its current level, which could leave dozens of families at risk. Early Head Start Director Shekema Crawford and Executive Director Kate Irsh joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how the government shutdown is impacting their services.

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