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On Air Today: Tonya Council of Tonya’s Cookies and Cafe

Tonya Council of Tonya’s Cookies and Cafe spoke with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Monday, December 22. They discussed Tonya’s Holiday Meal’s available for pickup, which can be pre-ordered this week, and they discussed Tonya bringing back a Mama Dip’s tradition with a New Years Day Feast, which will be available January 1, New Year’s Day, at the Cafe on S. Elliot Road in Chapel Hill.

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On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh

Chapelboro.com and 97.9 The Hill Sports Reporter Michal Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, December 22. He discussed UNC Men’s Basketball’s 70-71 win against Ohio State in the CBS Sports Classic on Saturday. He talked about takeaways from that game, the non-conference portion of the season so far, and what to look for in tonight’s matchup against ECU. He also discussed the latest on UNC football including the hiring of polarizing offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Metro Mayors Recap, Look Back at 2025, Skate Park Opens

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, December 18, discussing town news and events. She recapped the recent meeting of Metro Mayors, which was hosted by Chapel Hill. She also took a look back at some of the major stories for the community, including Tropical Storm Chantal, and more. She also reported that the Homestead Skate Park has reopened after being closed for upgrades.

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On Air Today: Distinguished Professor at UNC Chapel Hill Sheryl Zimmerman

Distinguished Professor at UNC Chapel Hill Sheryl Zimmerman spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey. Zimmerman is the executive director for the National Center for Excellence in Assisted Living. She discussed the workforce shortage in assisted living spaces, what has caused that shortage, and the future implications. She also discussed the importance of those facilities, and talked about some of the good work being done in assisted living spaces, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: County Commissioner Karen Howard

Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, December 16. She discussed the most recent meeting of the county commissioners, which included county employee Brenton Hart being named employee of the year. She also discussed the retirement of Emergency Management Director Steve Newton, and a reorganization of that department. She also discussed the reorganization of the board, which saw election of a new board chair and more.

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Hillsborough: BRIC Settlement, Holiday Events, Solstice Walk

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, December 16, discussing town news and events. He discussed the ongoing saga around BRIC funding for local communities, including Hillsborough. He also talked about some recent holiday events, the upcoming Solstice Lantern Walk, and more.

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On Air Today: David Glenn of the North Carolina Sports Network

David Glenn of the North Carolina Sports Network spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, December 16. They discussed the latest in UNC men’s basketball, after their tune-up win against USC Upstate and prior to their tune-up against East Tennessee State. He also recapped how the other teams in the ACC are doing so far this season, and who seems to be the top teams in the conference. He also talked about how the Tar Heels have found defensive success this year, what to expect when Seth Trimble returns, and more.

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On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill Social Media Manager Henry Taylor

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager Henry Taylor spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, December 15. He discussed the latest on Chapelboro social media, including last week’s Forum on The Hill. He also talked about what’s gaining attention on social media at large, including the latest in the “Knives Out” series, and more. He also talked about an upcoming terrarium video they plan on filming, and more.

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Arts in Uncertain Times – Dec. 12, 2025

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey speaks with North Carolina Poet Laureate Jakie Shelton Green, Carrboro Town Council Member Fred Joiner, and Executive Director of Orange County Arts Katie Murray on Friday, December 12. They discuss the challenges facing the arts community both generally and locally. They also discuss the role of arts in times of political division. They discuss the economic, social, and personal impact of having art in non-traditional spaces. They look ahead to 2026, and more.

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Checking the Area Housing Inventory – Dec. 11, 2025

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey speaks with Vice President of Advocacy for the Chamber For a Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro Ian Scott, Policy Director for Carolina Forward and Chapel Hill Town Council Member Theodore Nollert, and President of the Orange and Chatham County Association of Realters Randy Voller. They discussed the current housing inventory in the Chapel Hill area, including how much and what type of housing is still missing, and what tools the community has to encourage more housing. They also discussed what they hope to see different in the area’s housing market in 2026, and more.

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