Andrew Stuckey, Author at Chapelboro.com

On Air Today: Sam Brownfield of Rocky River Hemp on NC House Bill 328

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 29, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Rocky River Hemp owner Sam Brownfield spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, July 28. He discussed in detail NC House Bill 328, titled the “Regulate Hemp-Derived Consumables” bill, and what that would mean to local hemp businesses in the state.

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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp on New Planning Director, Parks Update, More

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

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, July 28, discussing town news and events. He talked about the town’s hiring of a new planning director, and the responsibilities and expectations of that role. He also discussed some recent developments at town parks, the latest on the new Town Hall, the upcoming round of PBO 101, and more.

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Hillsborough: State Budget, Last Fridays Art Walk, Upcoming Events

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 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, July 28, discussing town news and events. He discussed the recently adopted state budget and some of the implications for Hillsborough that town staff have found in the budget. He also discussed raises for some community members contained in the budget, and more. He also previewed this weekend’s Last Fridays Art Walk, and other upcoming events the town is planning through the end of the year.

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The Morning News: Educator Pay, Blood Shortage, Return of Arts Mill

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 27, 2026 | 6:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey fills in for Aaron Keck with the morning news. In today’s news: We hear from the president of the North Carolina Association of educators on the shortcomings of teacher pay in the new budget; we hear of a national blood donation shortage; an energy company in Durham faces a hefty fine; the Eno Arts Mill is set to reopen soon; a longtime Carrboro-area bar is getting a new owner and a rebrand, and more.

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On Air Today: Tami Schwerin of The Plant in Pittsboro

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

Co-Founder and Matriarch of The Plant in Pittsboro, Tami Schwerin joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, July 24, discussing upcoming events. She talked about this weekend’s Just Peachy Festival which includes a cobbler competition, live music, and more. She also talked about other upcoming events, some Pittsboro news that affects The Plant, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Inside Climate News Reporter Lisa Sorg

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 23, 2026 | Climate Thursdays

Inside Climate News Reporter Lisa Sorg spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, July 23. She discussed some of her current reporting, which includes a Durham based energy company charged with fraud, a Zebulon company mishandling hazardous waste, and more. You can find more of Lisa Sorg’s reporting at Inside Climate News.

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Chapel Hill: Weather Update, LUMO Draft Availability, Public Info Session

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 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, July 23, discussing town news and events. She discussed the recent inclement weather, and discussed preparedness for future inclement weather as we get further into hurricane season. She also talked about the Land Use Management Ordinance re-write, and the opportunities for public feedback on that draft document. She previewed an upcoming public information session, National Night Out, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Commissioner Karen Howard on the National Association of County Commissioners

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 22, 2026 | Chatham County Roundup

Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, July 22, discussing county news and events. She recapped her time at the National Association of County Commissioners (NACo) in Louisiana earlier this week. She discussed major takeaways, recurring themes for counites, and what she feels Chatham doing well based on interactions at the conference. She also talked about upcoming county events and more.

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Orange County: Reaction to Selection of Rani Dasi, Feasibility Study, Jamezetta Memorial

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

Vice-Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Amy Fowler spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, July 22, discussing county news and events. She reacted to the Orange County Democratic Party’s selection of Rani Dasi to fill the vacant seat on the Orange County Commissioners. She also talked about that process. She also discussed a feasibility study which is collecting community feedback on converting an existing rail line through the county into something more public. She also shared details of the upcoming memorial service for Jamezetta Bedford, and more.

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Hillsborough: Water Rates, Reservoir Check, Leak Reporting

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 21, 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, July 21, discussing town news and events. He discussed the increase in water and sewer rates that were approved in the budget, which will start to show up on folks bills in August. He also discussed the latest on the levels at the reservoir, which are still comfortably above the water restriction limits. He also went over the protocols for reporting leaks to the water treatment plant, and more.

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