Andrew Stuckey, Author at Chapelboro.com

On Air Today: The Radio Voice of UNC Women’s Basketball Matt Krause

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

The voice of UNC Women’s Basketball, Matt Krause spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, February 26. He discussed the team’s recent success including their rising in the national rankings to #8. He also talked about what to expect from Thursday’s matchup against #16 Duke. He talked about the team’s identity as the only remaining Division 1 Women’s Basketball team without a road loss, and more.

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The Morning News: Chilling Effect on Research at UNC, Basketball Winning Streak

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Feb 25, 2025 | 6:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey fills in for Aaron Keck, and presents the morning news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear a story on how new policies from the Trump administration have put a chill research funding at UNC. We hear from Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee on the opening of the Drakeford Library Complex. In sports, UNC Men’s Basketball made it four in a row with a road win at Florida State, and more

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What We’re Thinking: Will The House Flip Next Year?

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Feb 24, 2025 | On Air Today, What We're Thinking

This week Tom talks with Andrew Stuckey, filling in for Aaron Keck. Tom discusses recent polls from Iowa and Pennsylvania that show incumbent republicans in deep holes already. He discusses historical cycles in electoral politics, why it might be good to regulate your political news intake, and more.

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Stroman on Sports: NHL 4 Nations Face-Off, NBA All-Star Weekend, Politics in Sports

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Feb 21, 2025 | Stroman On Sports

UNC Faculty Member and sports business expert Deborah Stroman called in to chat with 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, February 21. They discussed the success of the NHL’s midseason 4 Nations Face-Off, including some of the geopolitics that surrounded the event. They also talked about the NBA All-Star weekend and some of the criticisms surrounding that event, and more.

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Carrboro: Drakeford Library Complex, Cyclist and Pedestrian Safety, Black History Month

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Feb 21, 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, February 21, discussing town news and events. She talked about the delayed ribbon cutting for the Drakeford Library Complex, discussed how it will be fully opened starting Monday, and discussed how it will become part of the fabric of downtown. She also talked about the parking garage’s impact on downtown, and more. She also shared highlights of a recent presentation on cyclist and pedestrian safety, discussed Black History Month events, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Carolina North Arena, Snow Response, Hometown Heroes

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Feb 21, 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, February 20, discussing town news and events. She discussed how the town did through Wednesday night’s snowstorm and how remote learning went in her house. She also talked about the potential for UNC building an athletic arena at the Carolina North campus sometime in the distant future. She discussed the 97.9 The Hill Hometown Heroes Luncheon, a benefit at The Story Venue for L.A. fire victims, and more.

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On Air Today: Carolina Connection’s Melodi Carty Talks Snow, Free Basketball For Students

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Feb 20, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

UNC Student and Carolina Connection Reporter Melodi Carty spoke on the phone with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, February 20. She described the atmosphere on Wednesday night, as campus was covered in a fresh blanket of snow. Adding to the celebratory mood, word spread in the early evening that students living on campus could get into the UNC Men’s Basketball game against NC State for free. She talked about people’s response, the valued of having a shared positive experience for the campus community, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Chair of the County Commissioners Karen Howard

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Feb 18, 2025 | Chatham County Roundup

Chair of the Chatham County Commissioners Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, February 18, discussing county news and events. She discussed the recent board of commissioners meeting which was postponed, and what business will be moved to the next meting. She discussed the many programs that might be affected by a freeze in federal funding, specifically through the lens of economic development. She also talked about County land in downtown Pittsboro as the town attempts to expand the size of their downtown, and more.

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Hillsborough: Snow, Meeting With Orange County Commissioners, Diversion Facility

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Feb 18, 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, February 18, discussing town news and events. He discussed the snow forecast and how the town is preparing for the potential of inclement weather and the impacts that could have on the town. He also recapped a recent joint meeting with the Orange County Board of Commissioners, which covered a wide range of topics including the town’s limited water and sewer capacity, the future crisis diversion facility, the future trains station, and more.

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Carrboro: Drakeford Library Complex, NC Mayors Association, Land Use Ordinance Rewrite

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Feb 14, 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, February 14, discussing town news and events. She discussed a recent meeting of the North Carolina Mayor’s Association in Chapel Hill. She talked about the process the town is going through for their Land Use Ordinance rewrite, discussed at the most recent town council meeting. She discussed a recent tour of the Drakeford Library Complex, its upcoming opening ceremony, and more.

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