Andrew Stuckey, Author at Chapelboro.com

Chatham County Roundup: Kyle Shipp on Public Art, Agricultural Fair, Business Ribbon Cutting

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 24, 2024 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, September 24. He discussed the several public art pieces that are going up around Pittsboro, including two sculptures recently purchased by the town. He also talked about this past weekend’s Chatham County Fair, which will be celebrating its 75th year next year. He talked about a ribbon cutting at a new business just south of town, and more.

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Hillsborough: New Route Proposed for Ridgewalk Greenway, Police Summit, Skate Spot

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 24, 2024 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, September 24. He discussed the recent meeting of the Hillsborough Board of Commissioners, where they chose a new route for the proposed Ridgewalk Greenway, which would connect southern Hillsborough with downtown and the Riverwalk. He also discussed an upcoming Police Summit with the community, the upcoming dedication of the Cate’s Creek Skate Spot, Last Friday Artwalk, and more.

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Conversations We Need to Have with Shenekia Weeks, Chapel Hill’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 23, 2024 | Conversations We Need To Have

Town of Chapel Hill Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer Shenekia Weeks spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, September 23. She discussed her journey to Chapel Hill and DEI work. She also discussed the different outcomes for people of color in our community, and what changes would be necessary to change those outcomes. She also talked about some of the work her office is currently doing to address equity issues in our community, and more.

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On Air Today: Michael Koh Reviews the Sports Weekend

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 23, 2024 | 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, September 23. He discussed this past weekend’s historic loss to James Madison at Kenan Stadium. He discussed how the game played out, the reaction from head coach Mack Brown, and what likely comes next for the program. He also discussed results from other sports over the weekend, where the Tar Heels stayed hot with wins by Men’s and Women’s Soccer, Field Hockey, and Volleyball.

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Carrboro: 203 S. Greensboro Update, Downtown Area Plan Feedback, Communications Awards

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 20, 2024 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, September 20. She discussed the latest on the 203 S. Greensboro project, including construction updates and the latest from the naming committee. She also discussed how the community can give feedback as the town prepares their Downtown Area Plan. She also discussed some recent communications awards the town won, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Inside Climate News Reporter Lisa Sorg

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 19, 2024 | Climate Thursdays

Inside Climate News Reporter Lisa Sorg spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, September 19. She discussed some of her recent reporting for Inside Climate News, including a story on the Southern Environmental Law Center asking the EPA to take over water permitting in North Carolina. She also talked about a deep piece of reporting on local activists attempting to stop natural gas infrastructure from being build int Person County, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Mayor Jess Anderson Shares Highlights of the Inter-City Visit with Ann Arbor

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 19, 2024 | 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, September 19. She discussed her recent visit to Ann Arbor, Michigan with the Chamber for a Great Chapel Hill-Carrboro. She discussed her major takeaways from the trip, including discussion of Ann Arbor’s carbon neutral plan, their relationship with the University, and the numerous similarities between the issues faced by the two towns. She also encouraged folks to make sure they are registered to vote and more.

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The 5:00 News – School Security, Carrboro Parking, School Kids Records Closing

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 18, 2024 | The 5:00 News

7.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news, including the latest on the social media threats to high schools in CHCCS. We also hear a story on the Carrboro Town Council’s continued conversation on what to do with downtown parking. A Carolina Connection story shares the impact of the soon closing legendary local record shop, School Kids Records. We hear from Orange County’s Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer Paul Slack, check the latest in sports, and more.

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Orange County: Morinaga Incentives, Opioid Settlement Money, Crisis Diversion Center

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 18, 2024 | 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, September 18. She discussed news from Tuesday night’s meeting of the county commissioners, including a set of incentives and tax breaks for Morinaga’s plant expansion near Mebane. She also discussed a conversation about how to spend the county’s opioid settlement money, awarding a contract for the construction of the county’s Crisis Diversion Center, and more.

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On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck Live from Ann Arbor, MI

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 17, 2024 | On Air Today

97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck spoke with Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, September 17. He discussed the previous 24 hours of the Chamber for a Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro’s “Inter-City Visit” to Ann Arbor, Michigan. He discussed innovative public restrooms, an ambitious carbon-neutral plan, the whirl-wind itinerary, and more.

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