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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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NC Public Health Pathways’ Internship and Professional Programs — On Air Today (April 23, 2026)

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Apr 23, 2026 | On Air Today (PM), Sponsored

Meghan Lassiter and Alexa Doran join Chatham County’s Kyle Chambers and 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Thursday, Apr. 23.

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On Air Today: Mebane Dogwood Festival With Valerie Beausoleil and Claudia Clemente

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 21, 2026 | On Air Today (PM), Sponsored

Mebane Business Association President Valerie Beausoleil and Admin Claudio Clemente spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 21. They discussed the upcoming Dogwood Festival, which runs Friday, April 24 and Saturday, April 25. They outlined highlights of the event, which includes carnival rides, a car show, 230 vendors, local music, and more.

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On Air Today: Voice of UNC Diamond Heel Baseball Dave Nathan

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 20, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

The radio voice of North Carolina Diamond Heel Baseball Dave Nathan spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, April 20. He discussed the team’s success so far this season, with specific focus on this past weekend’s home series win against #2 Georgia Tech. He also talked about the team’s strengths this season, the upcoming schedule, a preview of High Point on Tuesday night, and more.

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On Air Today: Duke Neurosurgeon Dr. David Hasan and Med Deli Owner Jamil Kadoura

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 20, 2026 | On Air Today (PM), Sponsored

Duke Neurosurgeon Dr. David Hasan and Med Deli Owner Jamil Kadoura joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, April 20. They discussed an upcoming fundraiser for The Gaza Children Village, which helps protect children in the midst of crisis. The fundraiser will be at Med Deli on April 28 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

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On Air Today: ‘The Iconic Gathering: The Power of Diverse Women’ Film Screening

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 14, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Denetra Hampton, Producer at For Nurses By Nurses Studios spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 14. She discussed The Iconic Gathering: The Power of Diverse Women in Film Project. She talked about the format of creating a “cinematic lecture” featuring the voices of historical figures from throughout history. The film gathers six iconic women, Harriet Tubman, Harriet Beecher Stowe, Mary Peake, Mary McLeod Bethune, Zora Neal Hurston and Dr. Virginia Alexander for a candid conversation on the power of diverse women, and the intersection of history and pressing issues of today. She also talked about the tour that this film is on, with the Chapel Hill Public Library being one of several stops on the tour so far.

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