Andrew Stuckey, Author at Chapelboro.com

On Air Today: UNC Science Expo at Morehead Planetarium This Weekend

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 1, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

Morehead Planetarium Community Engagement Specialist Will Freund spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 1. He discussed the upcoming UNC Science Expo, running from 11am-4pm Saturday, April 5. The UNC Science Expo is a signature event of the North Carolina Science Festival. Learn more about one of the biggest science celebrations in our state at Moreheadplanetarium.org. He discussed the planning of the event, what visitors can expect, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Budget Retreat, No Expected Tax Increase, ClydeFest

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 1, 2025 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 1, discussing town news and events. He discussed a recent budget budget retreat for the town board, and shared that a tax rate increase is unlikely this year. He also discussed some long-term spending projects factoring into the town’s budget, and more. He discussed the upcoming ribbon-cutting for a refurbished Clyde Jones mural, the upcoming ClydeFest at the Ag & Conference Center on April 13, and more.

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Hillsborough: Climate Challenge Continues, 250th Celebration, Water Infrastructure

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 1, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 1. He discussed the ongoing Hillsborough Climate Challenge which continues through Earth Day on April 22. He discussed upcoming events in the Climate Challenge, and the broader intent of the program. He also updated a pump station replacement project, discussed the timeline for the town’s participation in the America 250 Celebration coming up next year, and more.

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On Air Today: Michael Koh’s Sports Weekend

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 31, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com sports reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, March 31. He discussed the weekend in sports, which included the concluding game for UNC women’s basketball, as they lost to Duke in the sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament. He also talked about the UNC baseball season as ACC play continues, and the women’s Lacrosse team, who is currently ranked second in the nation. He also talked about other weekend results, and more.

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On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager Henry Taylor

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 31, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager Henry Taylor spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, March 31. He discussed the latest on chapelboro social media, including a Severance-themed video featuring Aaron Keck that is set to post on Instagram soon. They discussed the the show Severance (no spoilers!), weekend activities, how to follow 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com on social media (@wchlchapelboro), and much more.

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The 5:00 News – Officers Injured, Mayoral Candidate, Sweet 16

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 27, 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 three Orange County Sheriff’s deputies injured during an arrest. We hear about the first declared candidate for Mayor of Chapel Hill in 2025. We hear a story about UNC School of Law students helping victims of Hurricane Helene secure funding for the rebuild. In sports, the UNC Women’s Basketball Team prepares for a Sweet 16 matchup against Duke, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Budget Preview, Legion Road Property, Homestead Aquatic Center

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 27, 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, March 27, discussing town news and events. She discussed a preview of the town’s budget from the town manager as budget talk picks up this spring. She also gave an update on the town-owned Legion Road property, as the next steps involve draining the pond on the property in advance of the creation of a wetland on the site. She also discussed the reopening of the Homestead Aquatic Center, and more.

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On Air Today: Project Graduation Co-Chairs Betty Buckley, Alyssa Depasquale, and Ruthie Soccorso

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 26, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

The Co Chairs of Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Project Graduation joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, March 25. Betty Buckley from Carrboro High School, Alyssa Depasquale from Chapel Hill High School, and Ruthie Soccorso from East Chapel Hill High shared background and planning for this year’s Project Graduation event. They discussed the need for volunteers and this year’s fundraising goals.

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Hillsborough: Duane Hampton Day, Property Revaluation, Return of Climate Challenge

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 25, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, March 25, discussing town news and events. He talked about the proclamation of Duane Hampton Day on March 24. He also discussed a presentation on the upcoming Orange County property revaluation. He discussed the upcoming Hillsborough Climate Challenge returning to the community in April, and more.

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The 5:00 News – NCAA Tournament, Local Government, Drakeford Ribbon Cutting

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 24, 2025 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news, including the latest on the NCAA Tournament, with UNC Women’s Basketball playing tonight against West Virginia, and the men’s team being eliminated over the weekend. We check the local government meeting schedule, which includes the Hillsborough Town Board of Commissioners meeting later tonight. We also hear from U.S. Congresswoman Valerie Foushee at the ribbon cutting for the Drakeford Library Complex in Carrboro, and more. In sports, several UNC teams participate in NCAA championship play, and more.

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