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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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7:56

Mike Walden N.C. State Economics Professor Emeritus

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/24

Mike Walden N.C. State economics professor emeritus joined Anthony DeHart on the WPTF Afternoon News to talk about the evolving landscape of manufacturing in North Carolina. From the decline of traditional industries like textiles and furniture to the rise of sectors such as technology and pharmaceuticals.

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10:19

Bethany Pryor from UNC MediaHub on Western NC

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/24

Bethany Pryor from UNC MediaHub on Western NC

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7:09

Kerissa Armstead and Caitlin Avinger from Durham P&R

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/24

Kerissa Armstead and Caitlin Avinger from Durham Parks & Recreation joined Anthony DeHart on the WPTF Afternoon News to give tips on winter outdoor recreation and safety, and to talk about the exciting programs Durham Parks will be hosting this year.

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4:29

Kaya Littleturtle, Community Programs and Festivals...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/23

We are just days away from the 24th Annual African American Cultural Celebration at the NC Museum of History! It is the statewide kickoff to Black History Month. Joining us to talk more about the event and some changes is Kaya Littleturtle, Community Programs and Festivals Coordinator for the NC Museum of History

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4:56

Brayndon Stafford Environmental Justice Coordinator...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/23

Climate change was a major topic of a recent Environmental Justice and Healthcare Summit. With the Trump administration resetting the agenda..many people are paying attention. The event was hosted by the North Carolina Black Alliance. Joining us to talk more about the summit is Brayndon Stafford, the environmental justice coordinator for North Carolina Black Alliance.

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4:22

Jeff Brooks: Duke Energy Spokesman on how Duke Energy...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/22

An arctic blast bringing extreme cold and coastal snow inland has Duke Energy gearing up for potential scattered power outages. The Raleigh area is expected to see lows of 14 degrees Wednesday night, with mountain temperatures dropping to around 6 degrees. Duke Energy spokesperson Jeff Brooks joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss preparations for the frigid weather and potential outages.

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6:27

Kimberly Phifer-McGhee: North Carolina Central...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/22

North Carolina Central University has earned a prestigious spot in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report rankings for best online programs. The university placed No. 2 nationally among historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) for its online bachelor’s degree programs and No. 9 overall in North Carolina. Kimberly Phifer-McGhee, NCCU’s Associate Vice Chancellor for Extended Studies and Student Support, joined Jeff Hamlin to highlight the success of the university’s online programs.

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5:14

Dr. Kenneth Thorpe: Chairman of the Partnership to...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/22

Losing weight isn't just beneficial for health—it can also lead to significant financial savings. A new study reveals that even modest weight loss in obese adults can result in lower healthcare costs, reduced absenteeism, and an improved quality of life. Dr. Kenneth Thorpe, Chairman of the Partnership to Fight Chronic Disease, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the value of making meaningful lifestyle changes.

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5:01

David Ellis: Chef-Owner at Figulina on the current...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/22

Raleigh’s Figulina has been named a semifinalist for Best New Restaurant by the James Beard Foundation. Opened in March 2024 by Chef David Ellis in the Warehouse District, Figulina’s menu showcases handmade pasta infused with Italian techniques, seasonal Southern ingredients, and global influences. Chef Ellis joined Jeff Hamlin to share what makes Figulina stand out in Raleigh’s vibrant dining scene.

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6:16

Dr. Eric Poon Duke Health

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/22

Thousands of Duke Health clinicians now have access to new technology the health system says is helping enhance patient care. The tech uses a cell phone and protected AI software developed by Abridge to help physicians transcribe clinical notes faster. Dr. Eric Poon said he used to think he did a good job with transcribing his clinical notes in real time on a computer during the appointment, until he started using the software. Dr. Poon joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how AI software has benefitted

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5:49

Chris Cooper Western Carolina Political Science...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/22

President Donald Trump’s second inauguration seemed normal, but there were concerns about U.S. democracy lingering just beneath the surface. Trump himself made those apparent when he followed his speech that urged unity and optimism with one to supporters vowing to pardon Jan. 6 rioters and then later he did just that. Trump also has promised to seek revenge against his political opponents. That pledge led to a blitz of last-minute preemptive pardons issued by outgoing President Joe Biden. Chris

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6:48

Chris Massey Plumber with C. Massey Plumbing

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/22

The coldest air so far this winter season has arrived in North Carolina and will stick around for much of this week. Residents across the Triangle are making plans for keeping their pipes warm around their homes. Chris Massey, a plumber with C. Massey Plumbing, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how to keep your pipes warm in the midst of the coldest weather in North Carolina in years.

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6:11

Ilana Dubester Executive Director of the Hispanic...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/22

Immigration is the signature issue for President Trump, who based his winning 2016 campaign on building a wall along the southern U.S. border and emphasized economic and national security themes to immigration during campaign visits to North Carolina last year. Ilana Dubester, whose group the Hispanic Liaison helps immigrant families in Lee and Chatham counties, said some immigrants fear the new state law because it would allow people to be deported simply for being accused of committing crimes

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5:06

James Miller on Martin Luther King Jr. - N.C. State...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/20

Martin Luther King Jr. Day honors the civil rights leader who championed equality and fought racial segregation during the 1950s and 60s. While his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech is widely recognized for its role in the 1963 March on Washington, few know it was first delivered in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. James Miller, a Distinguished English professor at N.C. State University, joined Jeff Hamlin to explore Dr. King's connection to the Tar Heel State.

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5:33

Charles Bell on the loss of TikTok - Owner of Ceazer...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/20

TikTok’s brief ban in the United States left Raleigh business owners scrambling for alternatives before the app was restored on Sunday. Among them was Ceazer Stylz, a local hair stylist specializing in locks, who has gained over 400 clients in the past three years—60% of them through TikTok. Stylz joined Jeff Hamlin to share how essential the platform is to his business.

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20:17

Steve Rao Political Commentary

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/18

Steve Rao joined Jeff Hamlin on the WPTF Afternoon News to discuss and give commentary on the political news of the day

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7:07

Gautam Aggarwal

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/17

Gautam Aggarwal joins Steve Rao and Anthony DeHart on the WPTF Afternoon News

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8:17

Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/17

Raleigh Mayor Janet Cowell joins Anthony DeHart on the WPTF Afternoon News

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7:44

Kinston Mayor Don Hardy

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/17

Kinston Mayor Don Hardy joins Anthony DeHart on the WPTF Afternoon News

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6:04

Colonel Josh McConkey Colonel with the Air Force...

WPTF Afternoon News ·

2025/01/17

Colonel Josh McConkey has spent more than two decades serving our country, in both the Army and Air Force Reserve. He's now a Commander at Andrews Air Force Base of the 459th Aeromedical Staging Squadron. On Monday though, he'll get to do something that will mark a first for the decorated servicemember, leading the Air Force Reserve delegation at the 2025 Presidential Inauguration. Colonel McConkey joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the honor during President-Elect Trump’s inauguration.

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