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On Air Today: Heat Awareness Week with Chatham County Environmental Health Director James Tiger

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 22, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Chatham County Public Health Department Environmental Health Director James Tiger spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, May 22. He discussed heat awareness week, helping residents prepare and understand the health risks that come with extreme temperatures. He also discussed some institutional resources the county offers to help folks stay safe during the hottest part of the year, and more.

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Anderson Clayton on N.C. Democratic Party’s General Election Preparation — On Air Today (May 20, 2026)

Posted by Brighton McConnell | May 20, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Chair of the North Carolina Democratic Party Anderson Clayton joins 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, May 20.

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Alison Friedman on Carolina Performing Arts’ New Festival — On Air Today (May 19, 2026)

Posted by Brighton McConnell | May 19, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Alison Friedman of Carolina Performing Arts, joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, May 19 to bring details of a new festival.

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On Air Today: Co-Chairs of CHCCS Project Graduation – Aylin McGowan, Natalie Fitzhugh, and Ellie Zerden

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 18, 2026 | On Air Today (PM), Sponsored

Co-Chairs of CHCCS Project Graduation, Aylin McGowan of Carrboro High School, Natalie Fitzhugh from Chapel Hill High School, and Ellie Zerden of East Chapel Hill High School spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, May 18. They discussed the purpose and history of Project Graduation, what they expect at this year’s event, what motivated them to get involved, and more. They also shared this year’s fundraising goal, which they are still 20k away from.

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Introducing the Hillsborough Chamber Golf Classic at Treyburn Country Club! — On Air Today (May 12, 2026)

Posted by Brighton McConnell | May 12, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Kelly Davis, Matt Dietz and Nora Dicker join 97.9 The Hill to share details of the first Hillsborough Chamber Golf Classic set for Sept. 1.

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Conversations We Need to Have: Paul Slack on Complicated Historical Legacies

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 4, 2026 | Conversations We Need To Have

Orange County Chief Civil Rights Officer Paul Slack spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, May 4. They began by discussing Andrew’s recent trip to Charleston, which included a discussion of the buildings in Charleston that were used in the slave trade. This led to a conversation about a burial ground for enslaved people that is in Blackwood Farm Park, and how the county plans on recognizing that.

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Max Harmon of Jordan Matthews High School on NCAE Rally, Teachers’ Needs — On Air Today (Apr. 29, 2026)

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Apr 29, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Max Harmon of Jordan Matthews High School and the Chatham County Association of Educators joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell.

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On Air Today: Burlington Carousel Festival

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 28, 2026 | On Air Today (PM), Sponsored

City of Burlington Recreation Supervisor of Special Events Sean Echeverria spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 28. He discussed this weekend’s upcoming 35th Burlington Carousel Festival. He discussed the carousel’s recent renovation and the special place it holds in the community. He outlined the festivals, rides, events, vendors, food and more. He also told how people can plan their trip to this free event, and more.

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On Air Today: Lynn Carswell of Orange County Public School Strong

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 27, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Lynn Carswell of Orange County Public School Strong spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, April 27. She discussed Orange County Public School Strong and how she came to be involved. She also talked about Friday’s “Kids Over Corporations” rally coming up on Friday, May 1. She outlined the reasons for the rally, logistics for attending, the implications of it being during a weekday, and more.

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On Air Today: Brendan Marks of The Athletic on Dean Dome’s Future

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 24, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

National College Basketball Reporter for The Athletic Brendan Marks spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, April 24. He discussed his recent reporting which outlined the timeline of UNC’s build up to announcing a new basketball arena on the Carolina North campus, which ultimately never happened. He talked about how close the announcement came to being made, and what the delay in a decision ultimately means. He discussed the Odum Village option, which would keep the arena on campus, but also allow for a fresh build. He talked about what comes next for the university, and more.

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