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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 28. He discussed becoming a member of fourth cohort of the North Carolina Hunt State Policy Fellows Program. He recently attended a meeting in Charlotte with 22 other members of the cohort, where they saw a presentation on early childhood education. He also shared outcomes from an EPA Small Community Advisory Sub-Committee meeting in Washington, D.C. last week. He also updated some parks upgrades around Pittsboro, previewed some coming town events, and more.

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Hillsborough: Budget Hearing, Handmade Parade, Trail Closure

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 28. He discussed tonight’s upcoming budget hearing as the town continues to progress toward passing a budget. He also discussed the Handmade Parade coming up on Saturday, which is the culmination of a weekend of handmade crafts that begins with the Last Friday Art Walk. He discussed a private trail connecting the River Walk with the Occoneechee Speedway Trail being closed for maintenance, and more.

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Stroman On Sports: Caitlin Clark, WNBA Basketball, Double Standards

University of North Carolina Staff Member, former University of Virginia basketball player, and sports business expert Deborah Stroman spoke with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, May 24. She discussed Caitlin Clark’s WNBA start, including how she fits into the landscape of the women’s game. She also discussed some of the double standards surrounding the expectations of Clark, and more.

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The 5:00 News – DEI Update, Lead Pipes, School Bond

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear the latest from the UNC Board of Governors on ending Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies at all 17 UNC campuses. We also hear about federal funding for lead pipe replacement, the latest on the upcoming November school bond referendum, and a shooting in Hillsborough. In sports, the Diamond Heels play their second ACC Tournament game tonight at seven, and more.

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Carrboro: 203 S. Greensboro Naming, Building Approved on N. Greensboro, Community Events

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, May 24. She discussed the naming committee for the 203 S. Greensboro Building. She also talked about a recent town council meeting where there was a public hearing on a three story building on North Greensboro. She also talked about the recent “State of the Community” event held by the Chamber. She discussed coming events in the community including the Freight Train Blues Series, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Estes Drive Re-Open, State of the Community, Complete Communities

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, May 24. She discussed the recent State of the Community event hosted by the Chamber for a Greater Chapel Hill Carrboro. She talked about key takeaways from the data presented by the Chamber. She also gave updates on the Complete Communities initiative, and some ongoing parks and recreation projects. She also discussed the latest on the Estes Drive Connectivity Project, with a planned early-mid June open date for the west-bound lanes. She also discussed upcoming community events, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Maia Fulton-Black and Kyle Chambers from the Chatham County Public Health Department

Population Health Data Scientist Maia Fulton-Black and Public Information Officer Kyle Chambers from the Chatham County Public Health Department spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, May 22. They discussed the annual State of the County Health report, sharing takeaways and other important data points. They discussed the continued population growth in Chatham County, the increase in health coverage due to Medicaid expansion, the new heat action plan for the county, and more.

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Orange County: School Capital Funding, Budget Updates, Memorial Day Ceremony

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, May 22. She talked about schools capital funding, which the commissioners saw a presentation on Tuesday night. She discussed some funds distributed as part of the county Action Plan, the upcoming Memorial Day Ceremony for Orange County, and more.

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Speaking of Schools: School Bond, What’s Next for Estes Hills Elementary, New Middle Schools

Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Deputy Superintendent Al Ciarochi and Chief Communications Officer Andy Jenks spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, May 22. They discussed the upcoming schools bond referendum coming to the ballot in November. They also shared further details on a proposal on the district’s facility needs, including the plan for Estes Hills Elementary School, and expected outcomes for students, families, and staff. They also shared more details of the proposed bond.

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Speaking of Schools: Chatham County Schools Principal of the Year Lemondre Watson of Pittsboro Elementary School

Pittsboro Elementary School Principal and Chatham County Schools Principal of the Year Lemondre Watson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 21. He discussed learning that he had been named Principal of the Year, some of his proudest accomplishments, some of his challenges, and more. He also confirmed that he does plan to return to Pittsboro Elementary School next year, and more.

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