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97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager H’aiasi Chinfloo

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 3, 2023 | On Air Today (PM)

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager H’aiasi Chinfloo spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, July 3rd. She discussed the latest on wchlchapelboro social media, including recaps and updates on our local contestant on the television show The Bachelorette. They also discussed weekend storms in our area, summer hair styles, and more.

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Stroman On Sports: ESPN Layoffs and the Changing Sports Landscape

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 30, 2023 | Stroman On Sports

University of North Carolina and University of Virginia staff member Deborah Stroman joined 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, June 30th. She discussed a recent round of layoffs at ESPN, and how that fits into the changing sports landscape.

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The 5:00 News – SCOTUS Reaction, Vehicle Break-Ins, Pittsboro Mayoral Candidate

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 30, 2023 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition is a story about the recent Supreme Court decision ending Affirmative Action in college admissions. We also hear about an increase in vehicle break-ins in Chapel Hill, and we hear from Kyle Shipp, who has declared his candidacy for mayor of Pittsboro. In Sports, UNC Women’s Tennis coach Brian Kalbas agrees to a new 4 year contract, and more.

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Carrboro: Housing Developments, Pride Month Concluded, 4th of July

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 30, 2023 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Damon Seils spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, June 30th. He discussed some housing developments approved at the most recent town council meeting, as well as some agenda items that were not discussed by the Council, but are available for the public. He also talked about the conclusion of Pride Month in Carrborro, and a full slate of celebratory activities on the 4th of July.

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On Air Today: UNC Student and Member of the Affirmative Action Coalition Reyna Patel

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 29, 2023 | On Air Today (PM)

UNC Student and Affirmative Action Coalition member Reyna Patel spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June 29th. She discussed today’s Supreme Court decision that effectively ends affirmative action in college admissions. She discussed reactions to that decision, as well as what comes next for the Affirmative Action Coalition.

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Climate Thursday: Ashley Ward from Duke’s Nicholas Institute

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 29, 2023 | Climate Thursdays

Senior Policy Associate at Duke’s Nicholas Institute Ashely Ward spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June 29th. She discussed participation at a roundtable with state secretaries of the environment in Washington, D.C. She also outlined the difficult trip home with hundreds of flights being cancelled on Wednesday. She gave her opinion on some recent current events, including some veto overrides by the North Carolina legislature with environmental impacts.

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Chapel Hill: Grant Money for Transportation, Greenways, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 29, 2023 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June 29th. She discussed a couple of major grants the town got–one for a feasibility study for the town’s “everywhere to everywhere” greenway expansion, and another grant for the town’s transportation plan. She also talked about a recent meeting of the Metro Mayors in which they discussed North Carolina’s growth with state leaders. She also previewed some upcoming events, including Fourth of July festivities.

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The 5:00 News – Michael Parker Not Running, OCS School Assignments, Poor Air Quality,

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 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 that Chapel Hill Town Council Member Michael Parker has decided not to run for a third term. We also hear about Orange County Schools proposing reassignment of schools for the 2024 school year. We also hear about demographic trends in North Carolina, and another poor air quality day for our community. In sports, several UNC athletes will be competing at the Ultimate Frisbee World Championships.

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Orange County: NCDOT’s 15-501 Plan, Community Climate Action Grants, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 28, 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, June 28th. She discussed a recent meeting with NCDOT, and how the state agency does not appear to be receptive to changing their reimagining of the 15-501 and I-40 interchange. She also discussed Community Climate Action Grant Applications, which are now open for Orange County. She also discussed an alternate way to obtain a passport in Orange County, by going through the Register’s Office.

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The 5:00 News – Supreme Court Decision, Pittsboro Mayor Candidate, Eastowne

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 27, 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 a Supreme Court decisions that upholds the North Carolina Supreme Court’s ruling that the state legislature had to redraw congressional district maps that were too partisan. We also learned of Pittsboro Commissioner Kyle Shipp’s candidacy for mayor of Pittsboro. Also included is a story on the newly approved UNC Health development at Eastowne, and Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger weighs in on the town’s decision to allow more housing options in residential zoned areas, and much more.

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