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BPR Classic is now broadcasting a substantially stronger signal in the Asheville area, which means that an additional 200,000 people are able to tune in! Regular Classic listeners in Asheville should listen on 90.5 FM instead of 107.9 FM for better reception and a clearer signal.
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School boards in Chatham and Guilford counties as well as Chapel-Hill Carrboro City Schools voted to change their calendars to make May 1 a day off for students. Other districts are considering calendar changes.
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