Andrew Stuckey, Author at Chapelboro.com

Stroman on Sports: Women’s NCAA Final Four, WNBA Draft, Masters

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 11, 2025 | Stroman On Sports

Deb Stroman joined 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, April 11, discussing several iconic Spring Sports events. First, she debriefed her trip to the NCAA Women’s Basketball Final Four in Tampa. She discussed highlights and takeaways from the games and the weekend in general. Next she talked about the WNBA draft coming up next week. She also talked about this year’s Master’s golf tournament taking place this weekend, and more.

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Carrboro: Budget Talks, Weaver Street Reimagined, Response to General Assembly

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 11, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, April 11, discussing town news and events. She talked about the recent Town Council work session, in which the looked at the budget big picture. She also discussed recent open streets events that closed Weaver Street to vehicle traffic, and talked about the long-term possibility of that becoming permanent. She also responded to the number and scope of bills introduced to the General Assembly, and more.

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On Air Today: Designing a 97.9 The Hill WCHL T-Shirt with Mike Benson and Chip Hoppin

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 11, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

Local Artist and Owner of Lapin Blue Mike Benson and Screen Printer and Owner of The Merch Chip Hoppin spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, April 11. They discussed T-shirt design dos and don’ts, offering tips for making a good and effective T-shirt. Mike talked about the artistic process of designing a shirt, while Chip discussed what designs are most effective for a T-shirt. They also talked about WCOM moving to Drakeford Library Complex, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Haw River Assembly Executive Director and Keeper of the Haw Emily Sutton

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 10, 2025 | Climate Thursdays

Haw River Assembly Executive Director and Keeper of the Haw Emily Sutton spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, April 10. She discussed a recent lawsuit filed against Ashboro for illegal levels of pollutants coming out of their wastewater treatment plant. She discussed her participation in the recent “Stand Up For Science” rally in Raliegh. She also talked about other upcoming events for the Haw River Assembly, and more.

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Chapel Hill: South Elliot Development, Cameron Avenue Bike Lanes, Touch a Truck

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 10, 2025 | 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, April 10, discussing town news and events. She discussed the business of this week’s Chapel Hill Town Council meeting, including a 7-2 council approval of a zoning request for a 350 unit development on South Elliot Road. She also discussed an upcoming public feedback period for bike lanes on West Cameron Avenue. She also discussed upcoming events including this weekend’s “Touch A Truck” event, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: “On The Porch” Host and Former Pittsboro Mayor Randy Voller

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 9, 2025 | Chatham County Roundup

Former Pittsboro Mayor and host of 97.9 The Hill’s “On The Porch,” Randy Voller spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, April 9. He discussed real estate trends in Chatham, Orange, and Durham Counties. He talked about the recent “Hands Off 25” rallies, which included an event in Pittsboro. He also talked about the importance of remaining engaged in local government budget conversations, and more.

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The 5:00 News – International Student Visas Revoked, Carrboro Vision Zero, Diamond Heels Win

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 9, 2025 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn of six international UNC students who had their student visas revoked by the Trump Administration, and a Carolina Connection interview responding to earlier student visas being revoked. We hear from Carrboro on their Vision Zero commitment, and more. In sports, the Diamond Heels won a slug-fest at Elon on Tuesday 10-12, top ranked Women’s Lacrosse visits ECU, and more.

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Orange County: Land Use Plans, Soccer Complex, Revenue-Neutral Tax Rate

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 9, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, April 9, discussing county news and events. She talked about the commissioners Land Use Plan, which they will continue discussion of in September. She also talked about a 34 acre soccer complex in western Orange County and how that fits into the budget going forward. She talked about the county’s recent property revaluation, revealing the revenue-neutral tax rate for the county, and more.

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The 5:00 News: Local Government Meeting, Iconic Local Business Closing, Ian Jackson Transfer

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 8, 2025 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we check the local government meeting schedule, which includes meeting by the Orange County Board of Commissioners and the Carrboro Town Council. We hear a Carolina Connection story Friendly Barber Shop in Carrboro, which will be closing at the end of April, and more. In sports, we hear a supercut of Ian Jackson as he enters the transfer portal, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Chair of the Commissioners Karen Howard

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 8, 2025 | Chatham County Roundup

Chair of the Chatham County Commissioners Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 8, discussing county news and events. She discussed the recent “Hands Off 25” Rally that took place nationwide, including an event in Pittsboro. She also talked about the county’s property revaluation, the county’s budget, and more.

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