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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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On Air Today: Michael Koh Breaks Down UNC at the ACC Tipoff in Charlotte

Posted by | Oct 7, 2026 |

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, October 7. He discussed UNC at the ACC Tipoff in Charlotte. Head Coach Michael Malone was joined by players Jarin Stephenson and Neo Avadalas for media availability. Michael shared key takeaways from the Malone and the players, including why these particular players were chosen to come to the event, and more. He also discussed the quick turnaround to the first exhibition game, which will be Friday night in Greensboro.

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On Air Today: Local Musician Jesse Fox on “97.9 The Hill Presents” Tabitha Meeks and Jesse Fox at Cat’s Cradle Back Room

Posted by | Oct 6, 2026 |

97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck and Andrew Stuckey spoke with local musician Jesse Fox on Tuesday, October 6. They discussed an upcoming concert at Cat’s Cradle Back Room, 97.9 The Hill WCHL Presents Tabitha Meeks and Jesse Fox. They discussed the last the last three Top 97 Countdowns for the station, which had Jesse Fox at the top of the first two countdown, and Tabitha Meeks nabbing the top spot last year. They previewed the concert and more.

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On Air Today: Kenny Wayne Shepherd on 30 Years of “Leadbetter Heights”

Posted by | Oct 6, 2026 |

Musician Kenny Wayne Shepherd spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, October 6. He discussed his upcoming concert on Wednesday, where he will perform his debut 1995 album Ledbetter Heights in it’s entirety, as well as a collection of songs spanning the rest of his catalogue. He discussed his career and legacy, as well as the current tour and what makes it special. He discussed what fans can expect when they come to the show, what comes next for him, and more.

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On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh

Posted by | Oct 5, 2026 |

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, October 10. He discussed the weekend in sports, including UNC Football’s seeming step forward in a loss to Notre Dame. He also discussed the upcoming “crossover” season where Basketball and Football will be happening simultaneously, while looking ahead to UNC Men’s hoops. He also recapped a busy weekend that saw big wins for UNC Women’s Soccer, Field Hockey, Volleyball, and more.

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On Air Today: North Carolina Sports Network’s David Glenn on “Protect College Sports Act”

Posted by | Sep 30, 2026 |

North Carolina Sports Network’s David Glenn spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, September 30. He broke down the “Protect College Sports Act” measuring the good and bad in the bill. He discussed the likelihood of the bill passing, and what the implications will be for the college landscape if it becomes law. He also talked about takeaways from UNC Football through three games, what he’s looking forward to from the men’s basketball team, and more. 

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