Andrew Stuckey, Author at Chapelboro.com

Climate Thursday: Keeper of the Haw Emily Sutton on Pipelines, Data Centers, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 31, 2026 | Climate Thursdays

Executive Director of the Haw River Assembly and the Keeper of the Haw River Emily Sutton spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, July 31. She discussed recent work of the Haw River Assembly, and previewed a pair of upcoming public meetings about a proposed pipeline from Siler City to Moncure. She also discussed a proposed data center in Chatham County, a proposed data center moratorium in Alamance County, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Growth and Development, Carolina North, Legion Pond

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 31, 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 30, discussing town news and events. She talked about a chamber event on growth and development she had attended earlier that day, which included updates on the North South Bus Rapid Transit project, and more. She also shared updates on UNC’s Carolina North Plans, the Legion Road property and pond, and more.

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On Air Today: Orange County Commissioner-Elect Rani Dasi

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 30, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Orange County Commissioner Select and outgoing Chapel Hill Carrboro City Schools Board Member Rani Dasi joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey in studio on Thursday, July 30. She discussed her recent selection to fill a term on the Orange County Board of Commissioners. She talked about her legacy on the school board, why now seemed like a time to make the move, what her priorities are for the Orange County Commissioners, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: New County Commissioner Mike Roberson

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 29, 2026 | Chatham County Roundup

Chatham County Commissioner and Former Sheriff Mike Roberson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, July 29. He discussed his decades long service in law enforcement prior to his retirement earlier this month. He also discussed his new role on the Chatham County Board of Commissioners, including what motivated him to pursue the role of commissioner, and more.

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Orange County: Welcoming Rani Dasi, Consent Agenda Items, Eno Arts Mill

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 29, 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, July 29, discussing county news and events. She talked about the appointment of Rani Dasi to the board of commissioners, the strengths Dasi brings to the role, and her take on the process of naming a replacement. She also went through a few items from the consent agenda at Tuesday’s board meeting, discussed the reopening of the Eno Art Mill, and more.

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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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