News on The Hill with Andrew Stuckey Archives

Chapel Hill: The Land Use Management Ordinance Rewrite Goes Live

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 16, 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 16. She discussed the release of the town’s long-awaited rewrite of the town’s Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO)....

Yonder Southern Cocktails and Brew Bar Manager Paige McNeal

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 16, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Yonder Southern Cocktails and Brew Bar Manager Paige McNeal spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, July 16. They discussed upcoming events at Yonder, which includes the quarterly literary event “Noir at the Bar.” They also discussed a tropical drinks and tropical terrariums workshop led by 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey coming up on Sunday, July 19, and more.

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Orange County: July Meeting Honoring Jamezetta Bedford, Changes to to Longtime Homeowners Program

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 15, 2026 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Orange County Commissioner Sally Greene spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, July 16, discussing county news and events. She recapped the board’s July 9th meeting, which was their first since the passing of active commissioner Jamezetta Bedford. She discussed Bedford’s legacy and how she was remembered at the meeting. She also talked about some proposed changes to the county’s Longtime Homeowner’s Assistance Fund, the upcoming schedule for the commissioners, and more.

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Hillsborough: State Budget, Heat Plan, Sewer Spill

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 14, 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 14, discussing town news and events. He discussed the summer heat, and detailed resources available in Hillsborough for folks who need relief on particularly hot days. He also talked about the state budget and the potential for getting Chantal Recovery funds from that budget. He shared details on a large sewage spill from over the weekend, 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 | Jul 13, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager Henry Taylor joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, July 13. He discussed an eventful weekend that involved rescuing a stray cat. He also talked about the latest on Chapelboro social media platforms, including a recent increase of attention on Instagram, and more.

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How the NCAA’s New Eligibility Rules Might Help College Sports – Stroman on Sports (July 10, 2026)

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jul 10, 2026 | Stroman On Sports

97.9 The Hill’s Dr. Deborah Stroman and Brighton McConnell chat on Friday, July 10 after the NCAA adopted new eligibility rules for athletes.

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Carrboro: Revisiting Recent Events, Look Ahead to Summer, Chantal One Year Later

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 10, 2026 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, July 10, discussing town news and events. She discussed the recent string of town-planned events, which included their program of Juneteenth events, Pride Month events, and their annual 4th of July celebration. She also looked ahead to the town’s schedule through the traditional down time of late July and early August. She also discussed the lasting impacts of Tropical Storm Chantal, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Keeper of the Haw Emily Sutton

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 9, 2026 | Climate Thursdays

Executive Director of the Haw River Assembly and the Keeper of the Haw Emily Sutton spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, July 9. She discussed the impacts of Tropical Depression Chantal, one year later. She recalled her memories of the night of the flooding. She also discussed the Haw River Assembly’s initial response, which involved setting up well water testing throughout the community. She also discussed the lasting impacts a year later, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Chantal Anniversary, State Budget, Summer Schedule

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 9, 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 9, discussing town news and events. She talked about the after effects of Tropical Depression Chantal. She also talked about the passage of the state budget, which could includes potential Chantal Relief funds, and more. She also talked about the summer schedule for the town council, which includes some community outreach on LUMO, an more.