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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Communications Director Caitlin Murphy

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 11, 2026 | Chatham County Roundup

Communications Director for the Town of Pittsboro Caitlin Murphy spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, August 11, discussing town news and events. She recapped the recent meeting of the board of commissioners, discussed the hiring of a new planning director, and updated several town events, including some updates to parks, PBO 101, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: County Commissioner Karen Howard

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 4, 2026 | Chatham County Roundup

Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey o Tuesday, August 5, discussing county news and events. She discussed her recent attendance at the NACo (The national Association of Counties), and major takeaways, including how communities are addressing data centers. She also previewed an upcoming meeting of the county commissioners to address a proposed natural gas pipeline through the southern part of the county, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: New County Commissioner Mike Roberson

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 29, 2026 | Chatham County Roundup

Chatham County Commissioner and Former Sheriff Mike Roberson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, July 29. He discussed his decades long service in law enforcement prior to his retirement earlier this month. He also discussed his new role on the Chatham County Board of Commissioners, including what motivated him to pursue the role of commissioner, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp on New Planning Director, Parks Update, More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 28, 2026 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, July 28, discussing town news and events. He talked about the town’s hiring of a new planning director, and the responsibilities and expectations of that role. He also discussed some recent developments at town parks, the latest on the new Town Hall, the upcoming round of PBO 101, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Commissioner Karen Howard on the National Association of County Commissioners

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 22, 2026 | Chatham County Roundup

Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, July 22, discussing county news and events. She recapped her time at the National Association of County Commissioners (NACo) in Louisiana earlier this week. She discussed major takeaways, recurring themes for counites, and what she feels Chatham doing well based on interactions at the conference. She also talked about upcoming county events and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: County Commissioner Amanda Robertson on Chantal Anniversary and NACo

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jul 7, 2026 | Chatham County Roundup

Chair of the Chatham County Board of Commissioners Amanda Robertson joins 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, July 7.

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Chatham County Roundup: “On The Porch” Host Randy Voller

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 24, 2026 | Chatham County Roundup

Former Pittsboro Mayor, Real Estate Developer, and “On The Porch” host Randy Voller spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, June 24. He discussed a recent trip to Washington, D.C. with the Association of Realtors. He discussed the current state of the real estate market in the area, talked about the implications of a proposed pipeline in Chatham County, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp on Tri River Water, More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 23, 2026 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, June 23, discussing town news and events. They discussed the recent meeting of the board with county commissioners and boards from other towns in the county. He also gave an update on Tri River Water, talked about downtown planning, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: County Commissioner Karen Howard on Budget, New Commissioner, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 16, 2026 | Chatham County Roundup

Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, June 16, discussing county news and events. She talked about the county’s passage of their budget for the upcoming fiscal year. She also discussed the appointment of Mike Roberson to the board of commissioners to fill the vacancy left by David Delaney. She also discussed water restrictions from Tri-River, upcoming county events, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp on Budget and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 9, 2026 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, June 9, discussing town news and events. He discussed passage of the town’s budget, and what was deferred to keep the budget low enough to avoid a tax increase. He also offered updates on the capital improvement plan, some parkland around town, and some future parkland in Chatham Park, and more.

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