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WPTF Afternoon News
Hosted by WPTF FM 92.9 AM 680 · EN
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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CEO of Freedom and Glory Liz Morris discusses why the flag company decided to rebrand
1w ago00:06:25Tap to summarizeUnless you live in or in close proximity to Hillsborough, you probably wouldn’t equate Carrot-Top Industries with flags. But, after months of careful planning and strategy, the company that started about 45 years ago in Chicago and later moved to Orange County, the company rolled out a new name that is more closely tied to its product and core values. The flag manufacturer is now Freedom and Glory. Liz Morris of Freedom and Glory joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how they stay busy during Memorial Day weekend.
Transcribe →N.C. State historian Tim Peeler discusses Elliott Avent planning to retire as N.C. State baseball coach
1w ago00:07:25Tap to summarizeElliott Avent is retiring as the head coach of the N.C. State baseball team after 30 years at the conclusion of the season. Avent is the winningest coach in school history with 1,103 victories. A native of Nash County, Avent led the Wolfpack to the College World Series three times and to the NCAA Tournament in 22 of 29 seasons. Tim Peeler is an N.C. State historian who has many memories of Avent. He joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss Avent’s career.
Transcribe →Wake County Snake Expert Milton Morgan discusses warmer weather making snake sightings more likely
1w ago00:08:27Tap to summarizeWarmer temperatures mean more people on hiking trails or doing yard work, but also means an increase in snake sightings. Snake expert and wrangler, Milton Morgan, says this time of year is when there will be more snake encounters. Morgan joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how you can stay safe.
Transcribe →Meterologist Jonathan Blaes with the National Weather Service discusses NOAA's Atlantic hurricane forecast for 2026
1w ago00:07:08Tap to summarizeThis year's Atlantic hurricane season will see below average tropical activity, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The decreased storm activity is driven by El Nino. Jonathan Blaes, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service’s office in Raleigh joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the forecast.
Transcribe →Elon University Professor of Sports Management Alex Traugutt discusses how away fans give a boost to North Carolina's sports economy as the Canes advance
1w ago00:08:16Tap to summarizeFor the third time in four seasons, the Carolina Hurricanes are in the Eastern Conference Finals. Tomorrow night, the Canes will face Montreal in game one of the best-of-seven series at the Lenovo Center in Raleigh. Some Caniacs will be traveling to away games. Alex Traugutt, Elon University Professor of Sports Management, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss how the sports economy is impacted by fans visiting Raleigh from out of town.
Transcribe →Kathleen Cody of the Rotary Club of North Carolina discusses the Flags for Our Heroes Memorial Day Ceremony
1w ago00:06:52Tap to summarizeCommunity members are invited to gather this Memorial Day for a special opening ceremony for Flags for Our Heroes, honoring the men and women of the United States Armed Forces who gave their lives in service to our nation. Kathleen Cody, with the Rotary Club of North Carolina, joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss Flags for our Heroes.
Transcribe →North Carolina Ocean Racer Josh Kali discusses returning home after sailing around the world
1w ago00:07:40Tap to summarizeA North Carolina man is back home in Beaufort after completing a remarkable journey around the world in a boat he built himself. Josh Kali set sail from Carteret County in January of last year, using a 19-foot boat he spent two and a half years constructing. Kali joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss his year spent sailing around the world.
Transcribe →CBS news anchor Christopher Cruise reflects on legacy of CBS Radio
1w ago00:08:32Tap to summarizeIn a broadcasting career that has spanned decades, Christopher Cruise has done everything from covering the latest developments from the nation’s capital to doing play-by-play for pro wrestling alongside Dusty Rhodes. This week is a difficult chapter for Cruise. He’s saying goodbye as CBS Radio signs off. Cruise joined Jeff Hamlin to reflect on CBS’s legacy.
Transcribe →Thespian J.J. Jeter on The Return of Hamilton to The DPAC
1w ago00:07:44Tap to summarizeIt's Back! Hamilton! The Revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition and the dawn of a new nation! It's the Broadway show that had everyone following the founding fathers , in particular, Alexander Hamilton and cracking open their old school books as they enjoyed some hip-hop with their history! Here to talk more about this amazing, record breaking show which is coming to the DPAC May 20 through June 14th, is J.J. Jeter, a fellow North Carolinian, who will take on the role of Aaron Burr.
Transcribe →Appalachian League Brand Strategy Austin Scher on Armed Forces Day Weekend
1w ago00:06:23Tap to summarizeIn recognition of Armed Forces Day Weekend, the Appalachian League has announced a league-wide partnership with Cell Phones for Soldiers to support active-duty service members and veterans across Appalachian League communities. Austin Scher joined Jeff Hamlin to discuss the initiative and how the partnership aims to give back to military families.
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