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On Air Today: Wonderful Water With Allison Spinelli, OWASA Engineering Manager for Capital Projects

Orange Water and Sewer Authority’s Engineering Manager for Capital Projects Allison Spinelli spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, July 29. She discussed how OWASA will be treating drinking water for PFAS, and talked about the next community chat on PFAS. That chat will be happening at Lanza Cafe in Carrboro on Tuesday, July 30.

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Rep. Robert Reives Talks Kamala Harris, Roy Cooper, and More

NC House Minority Leader and District 54 Representative Robert Reives spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, July 26. He discussed the change at the top of the Democratic ticket for president, telling the story of how he learned the news of Biden stepping down after having his phone on airplane mode for a long flight. He described the feelings of optimism that followed the string of endorsements for Vice President Harris, and talked about what happens next. He discussed Gov. Roy Cooper as a possible Vice President, and more.

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The 5:00 News – Vehicle Break-ins in Hillsborough, Cate’s Creek Skate Spot, ACC Kickoff

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn of some vehicle break-ins that turned violent in Hillsborough. We hear from Mayor Mark Bell on Hillsborough’s new skate spot at Cate’s Creek Park. We also learn of the cancellation of a public feedback session for the hiring of a new chancellor at UNC. In restaurant news, Mama Dips has a closing date, and more. In sports, the ACC Kickoff event is in Charlotte, academic honors for UNC athletes, and more.

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Chapel Hill: 828 MLK Update, FC Series Revisited, National Night Out

Chapel Hill Town Manager Chris Blue spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, July 25. He revisited the FC Series soccer match from earlier in the week and how it impacted the town successfully. He also discussed NCDEQ’s open comment period on the 828 MLK site in Chapel Hill, as conversation around what should be permitted on that site continue. He also discussed the upcoming National Night Out events, July being Parks and Rec month, and more.

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The 5:00 News – Man City Supporter Group, New Position in Orange County Government, Basketball Schedule

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn about an official supporter group for Manchester City, and how Tuesday’s FC Series match went for them. We also learn of Orange County creating a Strategic Planning Manager to help implement their strategic plan. In sports we learn details of the UNC men’s basketball team’s non-conference schedule for the upcoming season, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Chatham Community Libraries Pittsboro Branch Manager Rita Van Duinen

Chatham Community Libraries Pittsboro Branch Manager Rita Van Duinen spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, July 24. She discussed the role of the library in the Pittsboro community, upcoming programs over the summer, and more. She also discussed how the library takes community feedback to inform the services provided by the library, and more.

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Orange County: New Strategic Planning Manager, School Bond Education Committee

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, July 24. She discussed the creation of the new Strategic Planning Manager position and what that role will entail. She also talked about the School Bond Education Committee which will have its first meeting this week. She also discussed a campaign to empty the animal shelters by reducing adoption fees, and more.

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On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill Sports Reporter Michael Koh Rides the Downtown Trolley

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sport Reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, July 23. He called in live from the trolley serving downtown Chapel Hill and Carrboro for the FC Series Soccer Friendly at Kenan Stadium later tonight. He discussed the atmosphere inside the trolley including the patrons utilizing the public transportation.

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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp Talks Town Hall Move, Downtown Streetscape, Parking Study

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, July 23. He discussed how the recent move of Town Hall to Main Street Plaza has gone. He also talked about a downtown streetscape project that is beginning to ramp up, as well as a parking study for downtown. He talked about upcoming events and more.

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Hillsborough: Skate Spot Opens, Planning for Train Station, Parks and Rec Board

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, July 23. He discussed the opening of the Cate’s Creek Skate Spot in Cate’s Creek Park. The skating facility has been years in the making. Work near the skating facility will continue for a few days, but the skate spot is now open for recreation, and the town is planning a grand opening for the end of September. He also discussed the planning process for the Hillsborough Train Station, discussed an opening on the Parks and Rec board, and more.

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