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News on The Hill with Andrew Stuckey

The 5:00 News – Orange County CARE Team, Bond Referendum, County Manager

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news we hear about the freshly minted Orange County CARE Team, which aims to provide a different type of response during emergency calls. We also hear from Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson on the upcoming bond referendum. Orange County Manager Bonnie Hammersley talks about her upcoming retirement, and more. In sports, the Diamond Heels prepare for the ACC Tournament, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: County Commissioner Karen Howard on Budget and More

Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 21. She discussed the latest on the Chatham County budget, including funding for teacher supplements , and requests from the Sheriff’s office. We also hear the latest updates from the child protection and child fatality teams. She also gave an update on the county’s communication plan, and more.

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Hillsborough: Budget Update, Tree In Road, Treasure Tree

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 21. He discussed Hillsborough’s proposed budget, which is now available for the public, as well as how residents can offer feedback. He also talked about a large tree blocking Lawrence Road yesterday, the designation of an Easter Cottonwood as a “Treasure Tree,” and more.

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The 5:00 News – Tree Closes Road, Crime Updates, County Health Assessment

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news we learn of a tree falling on a car and closing Lawrence Road in Hillsborough. We also get updates on several crime stories, including an arrest in a string of storage facility thefts from Hillsborough. He hear from the Orange County Community Health Assessment, a Media Hub story on A.I. and it’s affect on the workforce, and more. In sports, we hear the latest on the UNC Baseball team, and more.

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

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, May 20. He discussed the conclusion of the UNC Baseball Team’s season, which culminated with a 14-6 win over Duke. He discussed the format and matchups of the ACC Baseball Tournament, as well as prospect for the NCAA Tournament. He also updated women’s golf and tennis, previewed the NCAA Championships for Men’s Golf, and more.

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On Air Today: Social Media Update With Social Media Manager H’aiasi Chinfloo

Social Media Manager for @wchlChapelboro, H’aiasi Chinfloo spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, May 20. They discussed weekend activities, as well as the top social media moments for @wchlChapelboro this week. Those included continued feedback from the campus protests. Also included is ongoing coverage of UNC Diamond Heels Baseball. She also shared reaction to the Northern Lights being visible in our community last week, and more.

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