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Chatham County Roundup: Commissioner Karen Howard on Tri River, UDO, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Oct 8, 2024 | Chatham County Roundup

Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, October 8. She discussed the recent meeting of the Chatham County Commissioners, that included the next steps on a possible water merger with Tri-River Water from Sanford. She also talked about the county’s continues process in updating their Unified Development Ordinance. She also talked about upcoming community events and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Sheriff Mike Roberson on Western North Carolina Relief

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Oct 1, 2024 | Chatham County Roundup

Chatham County Sheriff Mike Roberson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, October 1. He discussed his trip to Henderson County where he met with the local sheriff to discuss what aid they need in their recovery from Hurricane Helene. He also discussed next phases in the recovery process, how folks locally can help, what lessons this teaches us for our own community, and more.

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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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Chatham County Roundup: Former Pittsboro Mayor and “On The Porch” Host Randy Voller

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 11, 2024 | Chatham County Roundup

“On The Porch” Host and former Pittsboro Mayor Randy Voller spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, September 11. He discussed recent real estate trends in Chatham and Orange County. He also discussed some of the recent news around Pittsboro, including the future route change for 15-501 through town, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp on 15-501 Moving and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 10, 2024 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, September 9. He discussed the recent business of the town council, including a final go ahead to moving 15-501 to bypass downtown Pittsboro. He also discussed some personnel changes, as the Public Information Officer and Emergency Manager will now be a director level position, and the town will hire a Communications Specialist. He also talked about adding a downtown support staff member, some upcoming town events, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp on Wade Barber Park and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 27, 2024 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, August 27. He discussed the dedication of Wade Barber Park in Pittsboro’s North Landing. He also talked about a recent session with the Hunt State Policy Fellows on K-12 Education. He also discussed his involvement in the EPA’s Water and Wastewater Systems Cybersecurity Task Force. He also mentioned upcoming community events, and more.

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

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 21, 2024 | Chatham County Roundup

“On The Porch” Host and Chatham County Democratic Delegate to the National Convention Randy Voller spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, August 21. He was on the phone live from the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. He gave an update on the North Carolina Delegate breakfast from this morning, talked about last night’s speakers which included the Obamas, and previewed tonight’s lineup of speakers, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Aug 20, 2024 | Chatham County Roundup

Karen Howard, the vice chair of the Chatham County Board of Commissioners, speaks with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, August 20.

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Chatham County Roundup: “On The Porch” Host and Former Pittsboro Mayor Randy Voller

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 14, 2024 | Chatham County Roundup

Host of “On The Porch” and former Pittsboro Mayor Randy Voller spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, August 14. He discussed recent news around Pittsboro, including the opening of Hoops Pizza at the Alpha Center. He also discussed the upcoming Democratic National Convention, where he will be a delegate from Chatham County. He also talked about recent local government news and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 13, 2024 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, August 13. He discussed the recent approval of the Roberson Walk development on the East side of Pittsboro, which will help connect the Plant to Downtown. He also discussed the EPA Small Communities Task Force, the opening of Hoops Pizza, upcoming town events, and more.

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