News on The Hill with Andrew Stuckey Archives

On Air Today: North Carolina Sports Network’s David Glenn on ACC Basketball and Football

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 5, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

David Glenn of the North Carolina Sports Network spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, January 5. He discussed the most recent games for UNC Men’s basketball as they start ACC play. He also talked about the football transfer portal, with the transfer period shortened compared to last year, how UNC is positioned as the portal period continues, and more.

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Speaking of Schools: Orange County School’s Superintendent Danielle Jones and Board Member Will Atherton

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 5, 2026 | Speaking of Schools

Orange County School’s Superintendent Danielle Jones and Board Member Will Atherton spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, January 5. They discussed takeaways from the first half of the school year, what they are looking forward to in 2026, and more. They also discussed highlights from the district’s 2025 state accountability 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 | Jan 5, 2026 | 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, January 5. They discussed New Year’s activities and plans for 2026. They discussed the latest on Chapelboro social media, including end of year music countdowns, top stories of 2025, and more.

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On Air Today: Mama Dip’s New Year’s Meal Tradition Returns at Tonya’s

Posted by Staff | Dec 31, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

Tonya Council of Tonya’s Cookies and Cafe is bringing back a Mama Dip’s tradition with a New Years Day Feast, which will be available January 1, New Year’s Day, at the Cafe on S. Elliot Road in Chapel Hill and also available for takeout and pre-order. Tonya spoke with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell about bringing this tradition back to Chapel Hill.

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On Air Today: Tonya Council of Tonya’s Cookies and Cafe

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Dec 22, 2025 | On Air Today (PM), Sponsored

Tonya Council of Tonya’s Cookies and Cafe spoke with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Monday, December 22. They discussed Tonya’s Holiday Meal’s available for pickup, which can be pre-ordered this week, and they discussed Tonya bringing back a Mama Dip’s tradition with a New Years Day Feast, which will be available January 1, New Year’s Day, at the Cafe on S. Elliot Road in Chapel Hill.

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On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Dec 22, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

Chapelboro.com and 97.9 The Hill Sports Reporter Michal Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, December 22. He discussed UNC Men’s Basketball’s 70-71 win against Ohio State in the CBS Sports Classic on Saturday. He talked about takeaways from that game, the non-conference portion of the season so far, and what to look for in tonight’s matchup against ECU. He also discussed the latest on UNC football including the hiring of polarizing offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino, and more.

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Discussing the Top Sports Stories and Themes of 2025 — Stroman On Sports (Dec. 19, 2025)

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Dec 19, 2025 | Stroman On Sports

With the end of 2025 here, Deborah Stroman and Brighton McConnell look back over some of the biggest recurring themes this year in sports.

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Chapel Hill: Metro Mayors Recap, Look Back at 2025, Skate Park Opens

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Dec 18, 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, December 18, discussing town news and events. She recapped the recent meeting of Metro Mayors, which was hosted by Chapel Hill. She also took a look back at some of the major stories for the community, including Tropical Storm Chantal, and more. She also reported that the Homestead Skate Park has reopened after being closed for upgrades.

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On Air Today: Distinguished Professor at UNC Chapel Hill Sheryl Zimmerman

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Dec 17, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

Distinguished Professor at UNC Chapel Hill Sheryl Zimmerman spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey. Zimmerman is the executive director for the National Center for Excellence in Assisted Living. She discussed the workforce shortage in assisted living spaces, what has caused that shortage, and the future implications. She also discussed the importance of those facilities, and talked about some of the good work being done in assisted living spaces, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: County Commissioner Karen Howard

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Dec 16, 2025 | Chatham County Roundup

Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, December 16. She discussed the most recent meeting of the county commissioners, which included county employee Brenton Hart being named employee of the year. She also discussed the retirement of Emergency Management Director Steve Newton, and a reorganization of that department. She also discussed the reorganization of the board, which saw election of a new board chair and more.

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