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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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5:51

Mike Birling Vice President of CBC Sports

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/13

There’s a month remaining in the Durham Bulls season. But Bulls management has all sorts of activities planned in downtown Durham throughout the offseason. And the Bulls have announced its schedule for the 2026 season so fans have something to look forward to when next spring rolls around. Mike Birling, the Vice President of Capital Broadcasting Company Sports, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss what’s ahead this winter and next spring at Durham Bulls Athletic Park.

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7:39

Larry Miller Head of Glenwood South Neighborhood...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/13

A controversial proposal in Glenwood South is one step closer to reality after the Raleigh Planning Commission unanimously recommended Raleigh City Council to rezone 2.6 acres northeast of Peace and West Streets. Right now, that area is zoned for up to 12 stories. Raleigh Development Company wants to create a mixed-use building up to 30 stories high in the area adjacent to Smoky Hollow Park. Larry Miller is the head of the Glenwood South Neighborhood Collaborative. He joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss

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6:28

Bonnie Davis Meadows President-Elect of the North...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/13

North Carolina has the eighth-worst nursing shortage in the nation, a study has found. According to the study from CheapNursingCEUs, North Carolina has 1,674 nurses per 100,000 residents. There are 185,007 in the state overall, with 162,197 registered nurses and 22,810 nurse practitioners. Bonnie Davis Meadows, President-Elect of the North Carolina Nurses Association, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss reasons for the shortage.

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9:24

Buddy Howard Novelist

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/13

At the age of 67, a Raleigh resident has accomplished his dream of writing a book that’s getting rave reviews. Buddy Howard spent his life organizing financial mergers and acquisitions who spent eight years writing about his days from Wake Forest University. Now, he’s turned into a gripping thriller called “The Burden of Evidence.” It’s earning five-star reviews as it nears publication. Howard joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss his journey from business analyst to published author.

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5:30

Scott Rawls Wake Tech President

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/12

Wake Tech has announced it will be launching a new radio technician program in partnership with the North Carolina Association of Broadcasters. According to the school, the 10-week, the NCAB Broadcast Technology Academy program will provide students with the technical skills and knowledge necessary for a career in the broadcasting industry through a combination of classroom instruction and hands-on training. Scott Rawls, the President of Wake Tech, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the new program.

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4:51

Jason Orthner N.C. Department of Transportation Rail...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/12

NC By Train continues to experience growth in the first half of 2025. The state-supported intercity passenger rail service saw an increase for the first half of 2025 compared to ridership for the first half of 2024. NC By Trai has carried over 355,000 total passengers in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period last year. Jason Orthner, N.C. Department of Transportation Rail Division director, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the increase in ridership.

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8:22

Hailey Yentz Former East Carolina University Track &...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/12

A recent study from Stanford Medicine shows death from heart attacks have dropped overall, but heart attacks are becoming more prevalent in young adults. A student at East Carolina University, and member of the track team, lived through a heart attack at just 21-years-old. The experience has turned her into an advocate for AED and CPR training, which can make a life-or-death difference. Hailey Yentz, the former ECU runner, shared her experience from last winter with Jeff Hamlin.

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6:15

Kevin Prince President of the National Institute of...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/12

The National Institute of Minority Economic Development is holding its conference in Pinehurst this week. The institute was formed in 1986 with a purpose to diversify North Carolina’s business base as a strategy for expanding economic opportunity. Now, 35 years later, the institute remains the only organization of its kind in the country focused on business and economic growth through effective business diversity. Kevin Prince, the President of the National Institute of Minority Economic

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7:48

Dale Sela: Broker-in-Charge of Blue Moon Properties...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/11

Five weeks after Tropical Depression Chantal, much of Chapel Hill’s Eastgate Shopping Center remains shut down. Longtime Triangle businesses are still unable to reopen, with their future uncertain. The storm caused more than $26 million in damage.Dale Sela, Broker-in-Charge of Blue Moon Properties, is working with business owners to get back on their feet and joined Jeff Hamlin to talk about what’s been a challenging summer.

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6:24

Illeana Rodriguez: Vice President of Community...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/11

With school starting soon, Raleigh families are trying to make the most of the last days of summer. Downtown offers hidden gems and kid-friendly spots, from restaurants with playful atmospheres to sweet treats and family activities. Illeana Rodriguez, Vice President of Community Relations for the Downtown Raleigh Alliance, joined Jeff Hamlin to share ideas for enjoying downtown before the school year begins.

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6:38

Mike Bell: General Manager for the Wilson Tobs

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/11

After 28 years, the Wilson Tobs have finally won their first Coastal Plain League championship, rallying from a 9-1 deficit to beat the Forest City Owls 10-9 and claim the Pettit Cup. But the celebration is bittersweet — Saturday may have been their last game at historic Fleming Stadium, in use since 1939, and possibly their final days in the CPL. Mike Bell, the Tobs’ General Manager, joined Jeff Hamlin to reflect on the championship and the uncertain future.

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6:29

Dr. David Wohl: UNC Institute of Global Health on...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/11

During the height of COVID-19, Dr. David Wohl recalled UNC hospital wards filled with patients “hungry for air.” He said the greatest lifesaver was the rapid development of mRNA vaccines. Now, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has canceled nearly $500 million in contracts and grants for mRNA vaccine development. Dr. Wohl joined Jeff Hamlin to share his reaction to Kennedy’s decision.

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5:44

Jennifer King

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/08

Jennifer King is an NFL history maker. This North Carolina native is the first black woman to be an assistant coach in the National Football League (NFL), coaching for the Carolina Panthers, Washington Commanders, and Chicago Bears. She talks to Jon Champion about the upcoming season as she joins Coach Trei Oliver and the coaching staff at North Carolina Central University.

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6:40

Amy Sayle Morehead Planetarium

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/07

The "Sturgeon Moon" is the name for the full moon that occurs in August. This name is historically linked to the time when sturgeon fish were most readily caught, particularly in the Great Lakes region. It also marks the start of the harvesting season for some cultures. What does a Sturgeon Moon look like? Amy Sayle from the Morehead Planetarium in Chapel Hill joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss what to look out for in the skies this month.

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5:47

Jacques Gilbert Mayor of Apex

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/07

A major road in Apex will be closed for the near future. Over the last two days, six inches of rain has fallen in Apex, leading to the culvert at Olive Chapel Road failing. The N.C. DOT is looking for ways to accelerate plans to replace the culvert. Apex mayor Jacques Gilbert says the road will be closed and there's no timetable for its reopening. Gilbert joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how much damage the flooding left behind.

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6:22

Ben Eisner Martin County Attorney

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/07

Martin General Hospital unexpectedly shut its doors in August 2023. Two years later, ECU Health and Martin County are teaming up to breathe new life into the facility. The Martin County Board of Commissioners voted to approve the signing of a non-binding letter of intent to re-open Martin General Hospital as a rural emergency hospital. Martin County Attorney Ben Eisner says the goal is to reimagine health care in Martin County, and the entire region. Eisner joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss their plans

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6:17

Matt Rosencrans Hurricane forecaster for the NOAA’s...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/07

Hurricane season has had a fairly typical start in terms of the number of storms. With the fourth named storm of the season in Tropical Storm Dexter forming on Sunday, hurricane season this year is running close to average, as the fourth named storm of the season doesn’t typically form until August 15. Despite the typical start, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is still forecasting an above-average hurricane season. Matt Rosencrans, with the NOAA’s National Centers for

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6:07

Nick Petro Metrologist for the National Weather Service

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/06

It was another day of heavy rain across central North Carolina on Wednesday. Shortly before noon, Crabtree Creek in Raleigh had risen to 12 feet near Crabtree Valley Mall. The creek was sitting at only four feet before it started raining. The creek is considered minor flood stage at 16 feet and major flood stage at 23 feet. Prestonwood Country Club in Cary appeared to be completely underwater. Nick Petro of the National Weather Service joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how much it rained on Wednesday

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7:13

Abby Emanuelson Executive Director for School Meals...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/06

As North Carolina kids prepare to return to school, hunger and the damage it does is a more pressing problem than ever. Already one in five kids – in some rural communities, one in three – go hungry in class. Now, potential deep federal cuts to SNAP, Medicaid, and school meal funding will leave more children hungry. What are parents, students, administrators, elected officials, and advocates saying and, more importantly, doing? Abby Emanuelson, the Executive Director for School Meals for All North

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5:55

Chip Hagan Attorney and husband of former Senator...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/08/06

Tick-borne illnesses can be extremely dangerous, and they are on the increase. Legislation in Congress aims to combat the problem, and it’s named after Kay Hagan, the former North Carolina senator who died from a tick-borne disease. In 2019, Hagan, whose career spanned the world of banking to being a stay-at-home mom to politics, died from encephalitis, or brain inflammation. The cause was a rare tick-borne illness known as the Powassan virus. Chip Hagan, the husband of Kay Hagan, joined Jeff Hamlin

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