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Hillsborough: Eno River State Park, Black History Month, Social Media

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Feb 4, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, February 4, discussing town news and events. He talked about reaction to the historic Occaneechee Raceway becoming part of Eno River State Park, making the state park walkable from downtown. He also talked about the town’s recent Black History Month proclamation and some upcoming events around the town. He discussed the town’s decision to start a Blue Sky Social account, and more.

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Carrboro: Black History Month, Green Neighborhood Grants, Executive Orders

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 31, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, January 31, discussing town news and events. She discussed the impact recent executive orders from the federal government may have on Carrboro residents, and what to expect from local government. She discussed Green Neighborhood Grants, which have open applications on the town website through the beginning of March. She also talked about Black History Month and its enhanced importance this year, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Implications of Federal Funding Freeze, Town Council Meeting Highlights, Town and Gown

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 30, 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, January 30, discussing town news and events. She talked about the town council’s recent meeting, which saw discussion of unifying the town’s affordable housing program, and approving the building of a training facility at Finley Golf Course. She also discussed the implications of the proposed federal funding freeze and how that would negatively affect the town, and more.

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Orange County: Federal Funding for County Programs, Government Academy, Budget

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 29, 2025 | 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, January 29. She discussed the confusion around the recent proposed freezing of all Federal loans and grants, and how much that funding would affect county programs. She also talked about the Occaneechee Raceway becoming part of Eno River State Park, upcoming budget talks for the commissioners, and more.

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Hillsborough: Occaneechee Speedway, Sewer Capacity, Community Reinvestment

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 28, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, January 28, discussing town news and events. He talked about the business of the most recent Board of Commissioners meeting, which saw a conversation around the town’s water and sewer capacity. He also discussed a report on the Community Reinvestment program. He discussed the recent acquisition of the Historic Occaneechee Speedway by Eno River State Park, and more.

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Carrboro: Snow Recap, South Green Development, Town Proclamations

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 24, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, January 24, discussing town news and events. She recapped the recent snowfall in Carrboro, discussed a proposed development at South Green, explained some recent town proclamations, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Snow Closures, “Wheels of Wellness,” Bus Rapid Transit

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 23, 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, January 23. She discussed the snow’s effect on the community over the past several days. She also talked about a large grant the town was recently awarded for a bike-education program called “Wheels of Wellness.” She also talked about funding received for the town’s proposed North South Bus Rapid Transit. She also updated other town news and events.

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Orange County: Capital Needs Funding and Oversight, Snow Response

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 22, 2025 | 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 Thursday, January 22. She discussed the school bond money for the school’s capital needs, and what will happen next with that, including whether each district will hire their own project manager, or if the commissioners will hire one for both districts. She also discussed the snow and how it has impacted local events, including the commissioners’ meeting Tuesday night.

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Hillsborough: Vultures, Snow, Housing

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 21, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, January 21, discussing town news and events. He expanded on the recent issue with vultures congregating near Queen Street, including further feedback from the community and the potential timeline for the town to take action. He also previewed the upcoming meeting of the Hillsborough Town Board of Commissioners, where they will discuss residential zoning and the importance of maintaining a zoning balance, and more.

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Carrboro: Pedestrian Plaza Downtown, Drakeford Library Open Date, Winter Weather

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 17, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, January 17, discussing town news and events. She discussed the Town Council’s recent consideration of East Weaver Street downtown becoming a pedestrian and bike only plaza. She talked about the council’s commitment to the idea and the challenges that lie ahead in finding out if it can be a reality. She talked about the official open date set for the Drakeford Library Complex, Carrboro’s winter weather response, and more.

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