Andrew Stuckey, Author at Chapelboro.com

On Air Today: Burlington Carousel Festival

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 28, 2026 | On Air Today (PM), Sponsored

City of Burlington Recreation Supervisor of Special Events Sean Echeverria spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 28. He discussed this weekend’s upcoming 35th Burlington Carousel Festival. He discussed the carousel’s recent renovation and the special place it holds in the community. He outlined the festivals, rides, events, vendors, food and more. He also told how people can plan their trip to this free event, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp on Park Improvements and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 28, 2026 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 28, discussing town news and events. He discussed several parks and rec updates, including some upgrades coming to Knight Farm Park. He talked about a ribbon cutting for Chatham Park Way, and more.

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Hillsborough: UDO Rewrite, Corner Stores, Annexation Request

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 28, 2026 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 28, discussing town news and events. He recapped the most recent meeting of the town board of commissioners, which included a lengthy update of the town’s Unified Development Ordinance. One provision in that rewrite would allow for more small scale corner stores in residential neighborhoods. He also talked about an annexation request, a Zwanze Day recap, and more.

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On Air Today: Lynn Carswell of Orange County Public School Strong

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 27, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Lynn Carswell of Orange County Public School Strong spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, April 27. She discussed Orange County Public School Strong and how she came to be involved. She also talked about Friday’s “Kids Over Corporations” rally coming up on Friday, May 1. She outlined the reasons for the rally, logistics for attending, the implications of it being during a weekday, and more.

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The Evening News: CHCCS in Raleigh, Duke Weekend for Baseball, Veesaar to NBA

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 24, 2026 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear more on CHCCS and their trip to Raleigh to defend library books. We hear from Tom Jensen of Public Policy Polling on the Virginia gerrymandering vote, and learn of an upcoming lane closure on a major road across campus. In sports, Henri Veesaar decides to try his luck in the NBA, the Diamond Heels continue a weekend series against Duke, and more.

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Carrboro: Safe Routes To School, Arbor Day, Freight Train Blues

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 24, 2026 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, April 24, discussing town news and events. She talked about the most recent meeting of the town council, which saw a presentation on the Safe Routes to School program, and the town purchasing a parking lot on West Weaver Street. She also previewed some upcoming town events, including Arbor Day festivities, the Freight Train Blues Series, and more.

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On Air Today: Brendan Marks of The Athletic on Dean Dome’s Future

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 24, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

National College Basketball Reporter for The Athletic Brendan Marks spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, April 24. He discussed his recent reporting which outlined the timeline of UNC’s build up to announcing a new basketball arena on the Carolina North campus, which ultimately never happened. He talked about how close the announcement came to being made, and what the delay in a decision ultimately means. He discussed the Odum Village option, which would keep the arena on campus, but also allow for a fresh build. He talked about what comes next for the university, and more.

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The Evening News: CHCCS Defends Library Books, Former CHPD Officer Arrested, Suicide Prevention

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 23, 2026 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we get details on CHCCS answering to a NC House Committee on oversight about books available in elementary school libraries. We also learn more details of a former Chapel Hill police officer arrested for planning a mass shooting in Louisiana. We hear a story on a suicide prevention event on campus, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Bike Month, Charter Public Hearing, Climate Action Plan

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 23, 2026 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, April 23, discussing town news and events. She discussed some connectivity projects that are set to break ground later this year, including the Fordham side path. She also gave an update on the town council looking at potential charter changes, which would reduce council size and change the mayor’s term from two years to four years. She also shared an update on the town’s Climate Action Goals, and more.

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Orange County: Morinaga Expansion, Data Center Moratorium, Earth Day

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 22, 2026 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jean Hamilton spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, April 22. She discussed attendance at the ribbon cutting for Morinaga’s Hi-Chew facility expansion, and what the continued development of that area means for the county. She also recapped the recent meeting of the Orange County Board of Commissioners, which saw a public hearing and vote on a moratorium on construction of large data-mining centers in Orange County. She also discussed county Earth Day activities at Blackwood Farm Park, and more.

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