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The 5:00 News – Lee Roberts on Protest Response, Rare Flower at NCBG, Saturday Commencement

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 10, 2024 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition, we hear from UNC Interim Chancellor Lee Roberts on last week’s decision to seek the pro-Palestine protest encampment. We also hear from the North Carolina Botanical Garden on the rare blooming of the American Columbo. We hear the results of the one-every-four-years Orange County Health Assessment. We hear a Carolina Connection story on changing the day of commencement, and more. In sports, golf and track and field have post-season action, the Diamond Heels enter the home stretch of their season, and more.

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Climate Thursday: North Carolina Botanical Garden and the American Columbo

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 9, 2024 | Climate Thursdays

North Carolina Botanical Garden Habitat Gardens Curator Chris Liloia and Director of Communications and Visitor Experience Jennifer Peterson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 9. They discussed the American Columbo, a rare plant native to the mountains of North Carolina that only blooms once in its 9 year life. One is in bloom currently at the North Carolina Botanical Garden. They also discussed upcoming events at the garden and more.

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The 5:00 News– Budget Update, Teacher of the Year at White House, Problem Gambling

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 9, 2024 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. In this edition of the news, we hear from Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard on the Chatham Count Budget. We hear from North Carolina State Teacher of the year Kim Jones on a recent trip to the White House for a state dinner. We also hear a story on how North Carolina is preparing for an increase in problem gambling. In sports, the women’s golf team makes the national tournament, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub Ashley Ward

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 9, 2024 | Climate Thursdays

Director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub for Duke’s Nicholas Institute Ashley Ward spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 9. She discussed a recent program to create Heat Action Plan Templates for every county in North Carolina, with Chatham County being the first to utilize the action plan. She also discussed the next steps in that program. She also talked about what to watch for as we get into heat season in North Carolina, previewed an upcoming sustainability trip she is taking to Puerto Rico, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Budget Update, End of School Year, Chapel Hill Summer

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 9, 2024 | 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, May 9. She discussed the latest on the town budget, including the bond referendum that would fund new two new fire stations in the town. She also talked about the summer ahead for Chapel Hill as students at UNC wrap up the academic year. She also discussed “screen free week” at Estes Hills Elementary School, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Randy Voller Speaks from Washington, D.C.

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 8, 2024 | Chatham County Roundup

Former Pittsboro Mayor and host of “On The Porch” on 97.9 Hill Randy Voller spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, May 8. He discussed his visit to Washington, D.C. where he spoke with North Carolina’s U.S. Senators Tillis and Budd, and more.

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The 5:00 News – County Budgets, VinFast Woes, Reflecting on Academic Year

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 8, 2024 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear the latest on the budgets for both Chatham County and Orange County. We also hear about the latest woes for VinFast as they continue to work toward building an electric vehicle manufacturing plant near Moncure. We also hear from reporter Ben Rappaport on the latest woes for electric vehicle manufacturer VinFast. We hear story reflecting on the major events of the academic year at UNC. In sports we hear from Diamond Heels Head Coach Scott Forbes, and more.

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Orange County: Proposed Budget Unveiled, Tax Increase, School Bond

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 8, 2024 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, May 8. She discussed the proposed budget for Orange County, which includes a tax increase of just under 3 cents. She also discussed public feedback on capital investments, approval of a multi-modal study for Rt. 70, and more. She also talked about upcoming community events.

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The 5:00 News – Continued Coverage of UNC Protest Response, Local Government, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 7, 2024 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear from a group of UNC faculty and staff seeking justice in Palestine. We hear from Tom Jensen on how the campus protests are polling nationally. We also hear a Carolina Connection story on attempts to allow a UNC law student who is graduating to participate in that graduation. In sports, the UNC Women’s Golf team competes in NCAA tournament action, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Commissioner Karen Howard Talks Budget and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 7, 2024 | Chatham County Roundup

Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 7. She discussed the recent work session and regular meeting of the Chatham County Commissioners as they get closer to a final budget. This week the commissioners heard the proposes budget from the county manager, which includes a proposed four cent property tax increase. She also discussed the results of a recent survey that shows Chatham County residents are very happy living in Chatham County. She also discussed community events and more.

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