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On Air Today: Michael Koh on UNC Men’s Basketball

Posted by | Oct 28, 2026 |

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, October 28. He discussed UNC Men’s Basketball after the conclusion of the the exhibition season. He talked about the rebounding woes that have plagued the last two exhibition matchups. He previewed new players on the roster to keep an eye on, looked at the early part of the schedule, and more.

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On Air Today: Orange and Chatham County District Attorney Jeff Nieman on the Hedgepeth Trial

Posted by | Oct 27, 2026 |

Chatham / Orange County District Attorney Jeff Nieman spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, October 27. He discussed the recently concluded Hedgepeth murder trial, discussing some of the legal nuances of the case, and responding to how the trial played out. He also provided historical context for the trial in relation to similar cases in the community in the last 20 years, and more.

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On Air Today: North Carolina Sports Network’s David Glenn

Posted by | Oct 26, 2026 |

North Carolina Sports Network’s David Glenn spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, October 26. He discussed UNC Football’s recent disappointing overtime loss to Syracuse, and what comes next for the Tar Heels. He also discussed expectations for UNC Men’s Basketball as they prepare for their final exhibition game of the season. He talked about NC State firing head football coach Dave Doeren, and more.

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On Air Today: UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media Professor Emerita Jane Brown

Posted by | Oct 22, 2026 |

UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media Professor Emerita Jane Brown spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, October 22, discussing early voting in our current election. She discussed the importance of early voting in this election. She highlighted the advantages of early voting, including flexibility of time, location, and the ability to register and vote at the same time during the early voting period. She discussed the logistics of voting, including bringing your photo ID, and more.

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On Air Today: Talking Chapel Hill Biscuit Festival with SECU Family House Executive Director Kelly Thompson

Posted by | Oct 20, 2026 |

Executive Director of SECU Family House Kelly Thompson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, October 20. She discussed the upcoming Chapel Hill Biscuit Festival on October 24-25. She talked about the origin of the Chef’s Tasting Event on Sunday, which is the brainchild of acclaimed local chef Spring Council. She also outlined the role SECU Family House plays in the community, and the importance of supporting that work.

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On Air Today: Carrboro Poet Laureate Dr. Amanda Bennett on West End Poetry Festival

Posted by | Oct 14, 2026 |

Carrboro Poet Laureate Dr. Amanda Bennett spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, October 15. She discussed the upcoming West End Poetry Festival, which runs this weekend from October 15-17. She recounted the planning of this year’s festival, which included establishing a theme that most of the performances fall under. She also explained the various events, previewed some highlights she’s looking forward to, and more.

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On Air Today: UNC Women’s Head Basketball Coach Courtney Banghart

Posted by | Oct 14, 2026 |

UNC Women’s Basketball Head Coach Courtney Banghart spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, October 14. She previewed the upcoming season for the women’s team, highlighting some roster additions, including one of the top freshman in the country in Kate Harpring. She discussed the storylines going into to the season, including the environment at Carmichael Arena being a contributing factor to elite players wanting to come to UNC. She talked about the program’s ability to retain players, some recent big wins on the recruiting trail, and more.

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On Air Today: Science Education Specialist Amy Sayle on the Night Sky

Posted by | Oct 14, 2026 |

Science Education Specialist Amy Sayle spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, October 14. She discussed upcoming celestial events visible in the night time Chapel Hill sky in the next month. She discussed the moon’s phase, some highly visible planets in the sky, opportunities presented by our October late sunrises, and more. She previewed an upcoming residency she will be doing as an astronomer at The Grand Canyon, and more.

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On Air Today: Keeping a Healthy Lawn in Colder Months with Jeremy Warren from Nature’s Select

Posted by | Oct 13, 2026 | ,

Nature’s Select Lawn Care Services Area Manager for the Piedmont Region Jeremy Warren spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, October 13. He discussed Nature’s Select’s biological approach, which is personalized to each lawn’s soil. He talked about key treatments and maintenance as we transition into the colder season. He also welcomed a new Chapel Hill Manager for Nature’s Select, and more.

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