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On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh Reviews the Year in UNC Sports

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 23, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, June 23. He reviewed the academic year in sports for UNC, including in-depth looks at the Football season and coaching change. He also discussed both men’s and women’s basketball, Field Hocky, Women’s Tennis, and more.

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On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill Social Media Manager Henry Taylor

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 16, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager Henry Taylor spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, June 16. He discussed his experience competing at the Hearst Journalism National Competition earlier in the month. He discussed an upcoming Instagram Reel where staff members will chose their “walk-up” music. He talked about his experience covering the “No Kings” rally this weekend, and more.

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Conversations We Need To Have: Paul Slack Talks Juneteenth

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 9, 2025 | Conversations We Need To Have

Orange County Chief Civil Rights Officer Paul Slack spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, June 9. He discussed the upcoming Juneteenth Holiday, including an event the county is putting on this Friday, June 13 in Hillsborough. He also asked Andrew when he first heard about Juneteenth (sometime around 2008?), discussed his personal Juneteenth traditions, including what he plans on doing this Juneteenth, and more.

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On Air Today: Chatham Pride Co-Founders Rob Schooley and Mindy Jacobs

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 5, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

Co-Founders and Executive Directors of Chatham Pride, Rob Schooley and Mindy Jacobs spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June 5. They discussed the formation of Chatham Pride as an organization, and how that led to them joining forces with the PBO Pride event at The Plant. They discussed each of their journeys to leadership positions in the Chatham County Pride Alliance. They discussed this year’s PBO Pride schedule, which includes a drag show Friday night, and a parade, festival, and vendors on Saturday. They also discussed other initiatives by the organization and more.

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On Air Today: T-Shirt Design Contest Winners Creighton and Callan Irons

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 4, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

97.9 The Hill T-Shirt Design Contest Winners Creighton Irons and his daughter Callan Irons spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, June 4. They discussed what motivated them to enter the contest, how they decided on the design, and what the process for making the art was like. They talked about their plans for the $979 prize money, the excitement of seeing their art on a T-shirt, and more.

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On Air Today: Project Graduation Cochairs Betty Buckley and Alyssa Depasquale

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 3, 2025 | On Air Today (PM), Sponsored

Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Project Graduation Student Co-Chairs Betty Buckley and Alyssa Depasquale joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, June 3. They discussed the upcoming Project Graduation event for graduating seniors in CHCCS. They previewed the night’s lineup of entertainment, thanked some important local sponsors, discussed why the event is important to them and the community, and more. Most importantly, they discussed the need to continue raising funds, as they still need $25,000 to reach their goal.

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On Air Today: Harlequin Romance Author Karen Booth

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 27, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

Chapel Hill Resident and Harlequin Romance Author Karen Booth spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 27. She discussed her new book, “Not So Fast,” which was released today. She also talked about an upcoming signing event at Flyleaf Books, and what the process for writing the new book was like. She also discussed her journey to becoming a romance author, which started in personal tragedy, eventually led to her debut novel catching the attention of Harlequin. She also discussed what she likes about the genre, and how it has changed over the last several decades. She discussed which of her previous books is her favorite, and more.

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On Air Today: Antoni and Tony Sustaita from Bandido’s Mexican Cafe

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 22, 2025 | On Air Today (PM), Sponsored

Antoni and Tony Sustaita, owners of Bandido’s Mexican Cafe on Franklin Street spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 22. They discussed celebrating their 30th year in Amber Alley of Franklin Street. They talked about the restaurant’s legacy as ownership passed from Antoni to his son Tony. They talked about their El Gigante Burrito Challenge, participating in our Teacher’s Rock promotion, and more.

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On Air Today: Carrboro Native and Participant in Journey of Hope 2025 John O’Grady

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 20, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

Chapel Hill native and Participant in Journey of Hope 2025 John O’Grady spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 20. He discussed his upcoming participation in Journey of Hope 2025. Participants raise awareness and funds to support people living with disabilities. He discussed how he learned about the event, what made it appealing to him, and how the journey will work. He also talked about how people can donate to support the Journey and help raise awareness for people with disabilities. Learn how to donate here.

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On Air Today: Michael Koh Looks at the Week in Sports

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 19, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, May 19. They discussed the weekend in sports action, including a massive series win for the Diamond Heels on the road at Florida State. They also talked about the Women’s Lacrosse Team’s trip to the final four in Boston this weekend. They discussed a tough end to the women’s tennis season in spite of a trip to the final four. They also looked ahead at the week’s upcoming highlights, and more.

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