News on The Hill with Andrew Stuckey Archives

Hillsborough: National Night Out, Look Ahead to Fall, Code Enforcement

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 4, 2026 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, August 4, discussing town news and events. He shared details of a trio of National Night Out events being hosted throughout the community by Hillsborough Police. He looked ahead to priorities for the Fall. He also detailed some new code enforcement in town, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: County Commissioner Karen Howard

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 4, 2026 | Chatham County Roundup

Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey o Tuesday, August 5, discussing county news and events. She discussed her recent attendance at the NACo (The national Association of Counties), and major takeaways, including how communities are addressing data centers. She also previewed an upcoming meeting of the county commissioners to address a proposed natural gas pipeline through the southern part of the county, and more.

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Speaking of Schools: National Principal of the Year Jason Johnson

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 4, 2026 | Speaking of Schools

Orange High School Principal and National Principal of the Year Jason Johnson joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey in studio on Monday, August 3. He discussed his recollection of receiving the National Principal of the Year award at a ceremony in Washington, D.C. He also recounted the work that has earned him accolades, including his decision to return to Orange High School after a prior stint leading that building, and more.

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

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 3, 2026 | 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, August 4. He discussed the upcoming fall sports season, with a focus on the football team’s second campaign under the leadership of Bill Belichick. He looked at the schedule, the roster, and trends facing the team as fall practice begins. He also looked ahead to other fall sports at UNC, and more.

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UNC Football Under Microscope Again With Lombardi’s Administrative Leave – Stroman On Sports (July 31, 2026)

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jul 31, 2026 | Stroman On Sports

97.9 The Hill’s Deborah Stroman and Brighton McConnell chat on Friday, July 31, about UNC football general manager Michael Lombardi landing on administrative leave amid a university-led investigation.

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Carrboro: Weather Preparedness, Solar Energy Pilot, National Night Out

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 31, 2026 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, July 31, discussing town news and events. She talked about upcoming thunderstorms, hurricane season, and the need to be prepared for bad weather. She also discussed a pilot solar program from the town, planning for National Night Out on Tuesday, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Keeper of the Haw Emily Sutton on Pipelines, Data Centers, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 31, 2026 | Climate Thursdays

Executive Director of the Haw River Assembly and the Keeper of the Haw River Emily Sutton spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, July 31. She discussed recent work of the Haw River Assembly, and previewed a pair of upcoming public meetings about a proposed pipeline from Siler City to Moncure. She also discussed a proposed data center in Chatham County, a proposed data center moratorium in Alamance County, and more.

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UNC Professor and Researcher Erianne Weight on NCAA’s New Eligibility Rules – On Air Today (July 31, 2026)

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jul 31, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

UNC sport administration professor and Director of the Center for Research on Intercollegiate Athletics Erianne Weight joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Friday, July 31.

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Chapel Hill: Growth and Development, Carolina North, Legion Pond

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 31, 2026 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, July 30, discussing town news and events. She talked about a chamber event on growth and development she had attended earlier that day, which included updates on the North South Bus Rapid Transit project, and more. She also shared updates on UNC’s Carolina North Plans, the Legion Road property and pond, and more.

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On Air Today: Orange County Commissioner-Elect Rani Dasi

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 30, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Orange County Commissioner Select and outgoing Chapel Hill Carrboro City Schools Board Member Rani Dasi joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey in studio on Thursday, July 30. She discussed her recent selection to fill a term on the Orange County Board of Commissioners. She talked about her legacy on the school board, why now seemed like a time to make the move, what her priorities are for the Orange County Commissioners, and more.

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