97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn of the latest Gaza solidarity protest on campus. We also hear a story on the Carolina Ready App being available to the public. We hear the latest on a development in Carrboro, and more. In sports, Drake Maye is drafted by the New England Patriots, and more.
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Read MoreCarrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, April 26. She discussed a recent project approved by the town council that required several amendments, and the process for addressing new projects in the context of the Land Use Ordinance. She also talked about some potential affordable housing projects. She discussed upcoming community events including the Northside Festival, the Community Dinner, and more.
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Mary Tiger, Director of Community Relations for Orange Water and Sewer Authority spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, April 26. She discussed the budget process for OWASA, including what gets prioritized. She also discussed a 15% rate increase coming for customers this year. She discussed the implications of that rate increase, financial assistance that is available for customers, and more.
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Read MoreChapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, April 25. She discussed a promotional video she filmed with Moonchester, the mascot for Manchester City in preparation for their upcoming friendly with Celtic FC at Kenan Stadium this summer. She also discussed Wednesday’s town council meeting, including an update on the rewrite of the town’s Land Use Management Ordinance, an update on some affordable housing projects, a preview of the Northside Festival, and more.
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Read MoreChatham Association of Educators President Edward Walgate spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, April 25. He discussed funding issues facing public education in North Carolina. He also discussed the situation in Chatham County specifically, as educators call on the county commissioners to increase local funding to help with staff retention in Chatham County Schools, and more.
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Read MoreFormer Pittsboro Mayor and Host of “On The Porch” Randy Voller spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, April 24. He discussed recent trends in the Chatham and Orange County real estate markets, with a specific focus on what inventory is available on the affordable end of the market. He also discussed news and events around Pittsboro and more.
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Read MoreChair of the Orange Count Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, April 24. She discussed an upcoming joint meeting among the County Commissioners and the Boards of Education for both Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools and Orange County Schools. They will be discussing upcoming budget needs for the school districts and a possible bond referendum to help fund those needs. She also previewed an upcoming community meeting on the use of Opioid Settlement funds, discussed early voting in Orange County, and more.
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Read MoreReporter Ben Rappaport spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, April 24. He discussed a recent article he helped write for Hunterbrook called “What’s Going On With Vinfast?” He talked about the challenges, struggles, and delays the electric vehicle manufacturer has experienced in rolling out their vehicles in the U.S. He also talked about delays and challenges in the construction of the VinFast plant near Moncure, and more.
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Read More97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn more about the 7-Story Surgery Tower about to open at the UNC Hospital campus. We also learn of a missing person in Chapel Hill, hear about student groups working for climate action, preview local government meetings, and hear about the yearly educator awards in CHCCS. We also learn of a new pizzeria opening in Hillsborough, and more. In sports, Seth Tremble returns to UNC, the Diamond Heels have mid-week action, we hear from Mack Brown on the transfer portal, and more.
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Read MorePittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 23. He discussed the recent EPA announcement of PFAS regulations in drinking water, and all of he work that Pittsboro has already done to address “forever chemicals” in their drinking water. He also talked about some existing utilities work going on around town, upgraded playground facilities at Rock Ridge Park, an upcoming municipalities conference, and more.
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