Andrew Stuckey, Author at Chapelboro.com

Stroman on Sports: Girls Academy, Conference Realignment, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 28, 2023 | Stroman On Sports

University of North Carolina and University of Virginia staff member Deborah Stroman spoke with 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, July 28th. They discussed Dr. Stroman’s work at the Girls Academy camp in upstate New York. They also discussed conference realignment in college sports and the business behind collegiate sports, and more.

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The 5:00 News – Felder Out as OCS Superintendent, More Pollution in the Haw

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 28, 2023 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. In this edition of the news we learn of Orange County Schools Superintendent leaving the district effective next week, and a strongly worded response from State Senator Graig Meyer. We also learn of another pollution incident in the Haw River affecting Pittsboro’s drinking water. Also included is a story about CORA’s food pantry reopening. In sports we hear from UNC Football Head Coach Mack Brown, and more.

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Carrboro: Parks and Rec Month, National Night Out, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 28, 2023 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Damon Seils spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, July 28th. He discussed Parks and Rec Month, highlighting some of the work Carrboro’s Parks and Recreation staff does. He also discussed parks in Carrboro, including his favorite, Wilson Park. He also talked about next week’s upcoming National Night Out event with Carrboro Police on the town commons from 6-8 pm.

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The 5:00 News – Emergency Drill, Fire Response, Mark Bell, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 27, 2023 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition, we hear about a first responder drill set to happen on campus Friday morning. We also hear a story on the continues response to the West Franklin Street fire. We hear from Hillsborough Town Commissioner Mark Bell on his decision to run for mayor of Hillsborough. In sports, an NIL benefit concert by Eric Church comes to Memorial Hall, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub, Ashley Ward

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 27, 2023 | Climate Thursdays

Director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke’s Nicholas Institute, Ashley Ward spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, July 27th. She discussed how the nation is handling the currently unprecedented run of hot weather, and what some of the long and short term solutions to those challenges may be. She also talked about action that local governments can take to help educate and protect residents against heat-born illness.

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Chapel Hill: Elliot Road Extension and West Franklin Fire Response

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 27, 2023 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, July 27th. She discussed a ribbon cutting at the newly opened Elliot Road Extension in the Blue Hill District. She also gave an update on the ongoing Estes Road project as well. She also discussed a Wednesday meeting between town leaders and owners of the West Franklin businesses affected by last weekend’s fire. Also included is a discussion of the Uproar Arts Festival.

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On Air Today: NC House Minority Leader Robert Reives and On The Porch Host Randy Voller

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 26, 2023 | On Air Today (PM)

North Carolina House of Representatives Minority Leader and District 54 Representative Robert Reives joined On The Porch Host Randy Voller and 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, July 26th. They discussed the latest news from the current session of the General Assembly. Included in the conversation are discussions of the lack of budget passage, recent power grabs by the general assembly, and governing as part of a superminority.

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The 5:00 News – School Board Candidate List Shrinks, Bolin Creek Greenway, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 26, 2023 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition is a story about re-envisioning Franklin and Rosemary Streets downtown. We also hear from Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger on the hiring of Chris Blue as the new Town Manager. Damon Seils shares how to give feedback on the Bolin Creek Greenway plan, and the list of candidates for CHCCS School Board shrinks by two. In sports, Women’s Basketball season tickets go on sale and more.

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Orange County: Uproar Arts, Priority Survey, Climate Action Fund

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 26, 2023 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, July 26th. She discussed the ongoing Uproar Arts Festival, including the weekend trolly that tours all of the installations. She also shared an online strategic priorities survey from the county, and discussed the Climate Action Fund grant process.

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On Air Today: Sgt. Charlie Pardo and PIO Alex Carrasquillo of Chapel Hill Police

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 26, 2023 | On Air Today (PM)

Chapel Hill Police Sergeant Charlie Pardo and Public Information Officer Alex Carrasquillo spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, July 26th. They discussed National Night Out, coming up on Tuesday, August 1st. They outlined the Night Out events happening, including the town-wide event at the Hargraves Community Center. They shared what people can expect at the Night Out events, and the importance of having such events in the community.

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