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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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6:00

Beth Field Founder of the Leadership Alliance for...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/26

Members of North Carolina’s Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities community shared firsthand perspectives during a visit to the General Assembly on Wednesday. Despite recent legislative efforts, thousands of individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities remain without critical services. More than 18,500 North Carolinians are stuck on what's known as the Innovations Waiver Waiting List—far outpacing those receiving care. Beth Field, Founder of the Leadership Alliance for

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3:49

Caroline Clucas Orange County Outreach and Community...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/26

Orange County is celebrating the grand opening of its newest library. It's a three-level library complex located on South Greensboro Street and named after Carrboro's first Black Mayor, Dr. Robert Drakeford. The $42 million project will serve as Orange County library's southern branch and also house several town departments. The ceremony was supposed to happen last week, but was postponed by the weather. Caroline Clucas, Orange County Outreach and Community Engagement Coordinator, joined Jeff Hamlin

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6:59

Anderson Clayton North Carolina Democratic Party...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/25

Anderson Clayton will lead the North Carolina Democratic Party for another two years. Last weekend, the state party’s executive committee met Saturday in Wilson to elect a chair and several vice chairs, which direct state party operations and play a critical role in fundraising, messaging and campaigning. The committee elected Clayton 405-71 to its chair position over challenger Marlando Pridgen. While Democrats struggled last November in the national election, there were significant gains for

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5:02

Reid Wilson Secretary of the Department of...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/25

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality broke ground on its Reedy Creek Lab Campus renovation and expansion project today, a project that is expected to add new laboratory and public meeting space availability. The campus, located in Raleigh, is currently home to labs from DEQ’s divisions of Air Quality and Water Resources. The new campus is expected to be Green Globes certified, meaning it demonstrates significant achievement in resource efficiency, reduces environmental impacts and

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6:43

Vikki Huffman Wake County EMS

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/25

This month is American Heart Month. Wake County Emergency Management Services offers free CPR cases each month. Vikki Huffman of Wake County EMS joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the CPR cases, where they are held and how they help the public.

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6:24

Alecia Sanders North Carolina Alliance for Health

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/25

Hungry kids can’t learn and it’s a growing crisis in North Carolina. One in five children statewide faces hunger every day, and in some rural areas, it’s as high as one in three. Without access to no-cost school meals, students struggle in the classroom, face stigma in the lunch line, and working families are burdened with complicated paperwork just to qualify. Governor Josh Stein headlined the North Carolina Child Hunger Leaders Conference in Chapel Hill on Tuesday to address this urgent issue

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6:05

Dr. Andrew West: Duke University Processor of...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/24

Microplastics are turning up in human brains, and new research suggests their presence is increasing at an alarming rate. A study led by Dr. Andrew West, a pharmacology professor at Duke University, is exploring the potential links between environmental factors and age-related brain diseases like dementia and Alzheimer’s. While the study found higher concentrations of plastic in individuals diagnosed with dementia, researchers caution that this does not necessarily indicate a direct cause. Dr. West

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7:30

Nataliia Bondarenko: Outreach Coordinator at...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/24

As the war between Ukraine and Russia enters its third year, hundreds gathered in front of the state capitol to show their unwavering support for Ukraine. While many demonstrators praised leaders like U.S. Senator Thom Tillis for his strong stance against Vladimir Putin, others expressed growing concern over recent statements from both the White House and the Kremlin. Among them is Natalia Bondarenko, a Ukrainian native who moved to the United States after Russia’s invasion—she joined Jeff Hamlin to

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7:56

UNC Students Sophia Pedroso and Corey Davis on a new...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/21

Last year, the North Carolina Tar Heels clinched their 23rd NCAA Division I women's soccer championship, marking their first national title since 2012. Now, that unforgettable season is the subject of Why Not Us, a new documentary capturing the team's journey to victory. The film, produced by UNC students, has been generating major buzz on campus, with screenings selling out fast. UNC Students and production associates Sophia Pedroso, a senior, and Corey Davis, a junior, joined Anthony DeHart on the

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5:55

North Carolina Department of Transportation...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/20

Kim Deaner from the NC DOT provides updates on worsening road conditions during a winter storm. She highlights heavy snowfall in northern areas, DOT preparations and urges residents to stay off the roads. Deaner also recommends using the NC Drive website for real-time updates.

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5:57

Morgan Jones, Chief Strategy Officer at Duke...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/19

Duke Health, WakeMed and Lifepoint Health are celebrating the opening of Peak Rehabilitation Hospital in Apex. The 52-bed rehabilitation hospital is a joint venture between Duke Health, WakeMed and Lifepoint Rehabilitation, a business unit of Lifepoint Health, that was announced in 2021. The two-story rehabilitation hospital spans more than 60,000 square feet and includes all private rooms, large interdisciplinary therapy gyms, therapeutic courtyards with gardens, walking paths and pickleball,

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5:03

Nick Petro: Warning Coordination Meteorologist of the...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/17

With the threat of extreme winter weather looming over North Carolina, meteorologist Nick Petro of the National Weather Service joined Jon Champion to discuss the potential impacts, what residents should expect in the coming days, and how to prepare for hazardous conditions.

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7:04

W. Bowman "Bo" Ferguson Durham City Manager

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/17

Durham City Manager Bo Ferguson joined Anthony DeHart on the WPTF Afternoon News to talk about the results of a recent survey given to residents of Durham

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7:26

Marie Martin President of MOM Wishing Widows Well

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/13

A special delivery is in the works this Valentine's Day for hundreds of unsuspecting recipients in the Triangle. More than 150 volunteers are gathering at the Cary Senior Center to assemble nearly 800 flower arrangements ahead of Valentine's Day. The nonprofit MOM Wishing Widows Well is leading the effort to spread love and kindness. Martin Martin, the President of MOM Wishing Widows Well, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss what they’re doing for Valentine’s Day.

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4:19

Zeb Smathers Mayor of Canton

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/13

Attorney General Jeff Jackson and Governor Josh Stein today announced a settlement with Pactiv Evergreen on behalf of the North Carolina Department of Commerce, the town of Canton, and Haywood County. Pactiv will pay $6.25 million in financial restitution. The settlement also provides millions in additional value to Canton and Haywood County because Pactiv also agreed to stop its legal efforts to get a refund of its 2023 and 2024 property tax payments and agreed to not bill the town of Canton for

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6:05

Dr. Matthew Metzgar UNC-Charlotte Economics Professor

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/13

President Donald Trump has rolled out his plan to increase U.S. tariffs to match the tax rates that other countries charge on imports. The Republican is possibly triggering a broader economic confrontation with allies and rivals alike as he hopes to eliminate any trade imbalances. Trump said Thursday: “I’ve decided for purposes of fairness that I will charge a reciprocal tariff.' The prospect of a dramatic hike on tariffs could send shockwaves through the world economy, possibly depressing growth

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6:00

Steve Rao Morrisville Town Council

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/13

After seven years of dedicated service to the Town of Morrisville and 31 years in law enforcement, Chief of Police Pete Acosta has decided to retire, effective July 4. Chief Acosta began his Morrisville tenure in 2018 and has served as chief since 2022, leading numerous initiatives to enhance public safety, build community relationships and modernize policing strategies. Under Chief Acosta’s leadership, the department has implemented an enhanced chaplain program designed to promote spiritual

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5:46

Dr. Scott Ralls Wake Tech Community College President

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/12

Career and technical education took center stage on Wednesday morning as North Carolina Governor Josh Stein visited the Hendrick Center for Automotive Excellence at the Scott Northern Wake Campus. Governor Stein and Lieutenant Governor Rachel Hunt toured the state-of-the-art facility and signed a proclamation designating February as Career and Technical Education month. Dr. Scott Ralls, Wake Tech Community College President, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss Career and Technical Education Month.

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6:20

Taquan Newberry N.C. State Student President Pro-Tem

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/12

Last week, the N.C. State Student Senate passed “The Campus Environmental Health and Safety Act.” It’s a resolution that, among other things, calls on the university to test all campus buildings built before 1990 for PCBs. The resolution comes a little more than a year after N.C. State University closed Poe Hall due to PCB contamination. Before Poe Hall was closed, numerous former N.C. State faculty members who worked inside the facility said they were diagnosed with cancer. Taquan Newberry, N.C

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5:24

Mike Walden N.C. State Economics Professor Emeritus

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/02/12

U.S. inflation accelerated last month as the cost of groceries and gasoline rose, a trend that will likely underscore the Federal Reserve’s resolve to delay any further interest rate cuts. The consumer price index increased 3% in January from a year ago, Wednesday’s report from the Labor Department showed, up from 2.9% the previous month. It has increased from a 3 1/2 year low of 2.4% in September. The figures underscore the stickiness of inflation, which created a major political problem for former

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