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Orange County: Re-evaluating Property Valuation, Juneteenth Events and Adopting Animals

Posted by | Jun 11, 2025 | ,

Chair of the Orange County Board of Commissioner Jamezetta Bedford joined 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, June 11.

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Hillsborough: Budget, North Carolina Weekend, Orange Fire Department Open House

Posted by | Jun 10, 2025 | ,

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, June 10. He discussed the Hillsborough Town Budget, which the board of commissioners passed unanimously. He outlined the tough decisions that had to be made on revenue and delaying projects, particularly given federal budget cuts. He also talked about Last Friday Art Walk being featured on North Carolina Weekend, an upcoming open house at the Rural Orange Fire Department, and more.

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Carrboro: Positives from the Town Budget, Weekend Events, and More

Posted by | Jun 6, 2025 | ,

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, June 6, discussing town news and events. She discussed the budget for the upcoming fiscal year, which was passed by the council earlier this week. She talked about what she like in the budget, and why it is the right budget for Carrboro right now. She also talked about weekend events and more.

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Chapel Hill: Mexico vs. Turkiye Soccer, Budget Updates, Town Manager Search

Posted by | Jun 5, 2025 | ,

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June 5. She discussed the upcoming Mexico vs. Turkiye soccer friendly coming to Kenan Stadium on Tuesday, June 10. She talked about the impact on downtown, parking recommendations, and more. She also discussed the Town Council’s budget meeting last night, with the budget on pace to be passed in the next couple of weeks. She updated the search for a new long-term Town Manager, with an announcement expected sometime soon. She also previewed upcoming community events including Gun Violence Awareness Day, and more.

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Orange County: Pride & Juneteenth, Solid Waste Plan, Budget

Posted by | Jun 4, 2025 | ,

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, June 4, discussing county news and events. She discussed Tuesday night’s business meeting, which saw proclamations passed for Pride Month and for Juneteenth. She discussed the latest on the county’s solid waste master plan, and other business from the meeting. She also discussed the board’s intent to adopt the budget at their meeting tomorrow night, but with some amendments still to resolve, and more. 

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Hillsborough: FEMA Funding, Budget Update, Summer Banners

Posted by | Jun 3, 2025 | ,

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, June 3, discussing town news and events. He discussed a recent op-ed he penned urging FEMA to reconsider funding cuts that are hurting communities across North Carolina. He also updated the budget process, with the budget for the next fiscal year expected to be passed at their next meeting. He also discussed the summer rotation of banners through downtown, with pride banners currently up in Hillsborough. He also discussed other upcoming events and more.

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Carrboro: 4th Amendment Proclamation, Honorary Strayhorn Drive, Weekend Events

Posted by | May 30, 2025 | ,

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, May 30, discussing town news and events. She talked about the town council’s decision to pass a proclamation declaring themselves a 4th Amendment workplace, citing the constitutional guarantee against unreasonable search and seizure. She also discussed the honorary designation of Strayhorn Drive to recognize one of Carrboro’s original black families. She also previewed upcoming weekend events and more.

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Chapel Hill: LUMO, Historic Town Hall, Natural Areas Model

Posted by | May 29, 2025 | ,

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 29, discussing town news and events. She discussed the latest on the town’s Land Use Management Ordinance rewrite. She also discussed a new tool for identifying natural areas in the community. She talked about the Cupola coming down from Historic Town Hall for safety reasons, and more.

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Hillsborough: Honoring Horace Johnson, Budget Work Session, Last Friday Art Walk

Posted by | May 28, 2025 | ,

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, May 28, discussing town news and events. After a rare Tuesday Commissioners’ meeting due to the Monday Holiday, Mayor Bell discussed a proclamation honoring recently passed former mayor Horace Johnson ahead of his funeral Saturday. He also discussed the board’s recent budget work session, including the timeline for the budget’s likely passage. He discussed some opportunities to give feedback on the town’s parking study, the upcoming Last Friday Art Walk, and more.

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Carrboro: Park Improvements, Budget Public Hearing, Downtown Area Plan

Posted by | May 23, 2025 | ,

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, May 23, discussing town news and events. She discussed a couple of ribbon cuttings for park improvements, including new inclusive playground equipment at Baldwin Park. She discussed feedback received from the community at the Town Council’s recent public hearing; the next steps on the Downtown Area Plan, and more. She also discussed upcoming community events including the Freight Train Blues Series.

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