Andrew Stuckey, Author at Chapelboro.com

On Air Today: Rob Walsh, Co-Owner of Local 506

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 12, 2023 | On Air Today (PM)

Co-Owner of legendary local music venue Local 506, Rob Walsh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, May 12th. He shared his personal history with the venue, recounted some marquee acts who have played the 506 stage, and discussed the importance of supporting the locally owned businesses at Midway.

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The 5:00 News – Armed Robbery, Pedestrian Fatality, Student Mental Health

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 12, 2023 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. On this edition of the news, we learn of an early morning armed robbery at a convenience store, a pedestrian fatality Thursday night on Martin Luther King Boulevard, and an upcoming rally to protect reproductive rights. We also learn the latest from the UNC Women’s Lacrosse team, check in with the Diamond Heels as they near the end of their regular season, and much more.

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Carrboro: Budget Work, Bike Month, Advisory Boards

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 12, 2023 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Damon Seils spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, May 12th. He talked about the Carrboro Town Council’s recent budget work session and some of the expectations leading up to the budget presentation set to happen in the next couple of weeks. He also discussed Bike Month and activities scheduled around Carrboro and Chapel Hill. He also recapped a recent appreciation event for members of advisory boards in Carrboro, and much more.

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The 5:00 News – Budget News, UNC Health Expansion, DeMarco Dunn Transfers

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 11, 2023 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. In this edition of the news we hear about Chapel Hill’s proposed budget. We also hear from Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard with details on the Chatham County budget. Also included is a story detailing the proposed UNC Health expansion at Eastowne, and a new sandwich shop opening on Franklin Street. In sports, we learn sophomore DeMarco Dunn has entered the transfer portal.

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Climate Thursday: UNC Climate Scientist Angel Hsu

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 11, 2023 | Climate Thursdays

University of North Carolina climate scientist Dr. Angel Hsu spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 11th. She discussed her work studying the intersection of climate change and urbanization. She explained how she uses large data sets derived from satellite remote sensing to evaluate environmental policy performance. She also talked about the Data-Driven Enviro-Lab, and how all of this applies to Chapel Hill.

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Chapel Hill: Condolences to CHPD, Budget Proposal, ARPA Funds

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 11, 2023 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 11th. She offered condolences to the family and loved ones of Chapel Hill Police Officer Mike Mineer, who died in an automobile accident off duty earlier this week. Also included is a lengthy discussion of the initial budget proposal from Interim Town Manager Chris Blue. The budget proposal increases the budget 11% from the previous year. She also discussed the use of the town’s ARPA funds–as voted on by the public.

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Chatham County Roundup – Publisher of Chatham County Line Randy Voller

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 10, 2023 | Chatham County Roundup

Publisher of the Chatham County Line newspaper Randy Voller spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, May 10th.

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The 5:00 News – Pizza vs. Cigars, Hillsborough Mayor Candidate, Presidential Scholar

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 10, 2023 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news.

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Orange County: Budget Update, Capital Investment Plan, and Community Events

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 10, 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, May 10th. She discussed highlights from the proposed county budget. Included in the budget is a 10% increase in school funding, and a 6% increase in compensation for county staff. She also talked about some upcoming events int he community, including the upcoming reopening of Blackwood Park.

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The 5:00 News – Shooting Arrest, CHPD Officer Dies in Accident, Downtown Mural

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 9, 2023 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news is an arrest made in connection with a Monday morning shooting at the McDonalds in northeast Chapel Hill. We also learn of the passing of Chapel Hill Police Officer Mike Mineer, who died in an automobile accident in Chatham County while off duty on Monday. We also hear the back story to downtown Chapel Hill’s latest mural, and much more.

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