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Chapel Hill: Potential Tax Increase, Budget Season, Rubbish The Racoon

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 28, 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, March 28. She discussed upcoming plans for the town council, including the possibility of a tax increase as we get into budget season. She also discussed the Vision Zero strategy for eliminating pedestrian fatalities, with a public presentation coming up tonight at the Chapel Hill Public Library. They also both shared thoughts on Chapel Hill’s new downtown art installation “Rubbish the Racoon,” and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Host of On The Porch and Former Pittsboro Mayor Randy Voller

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 27, 2024 | Chatham County Roundup

Host of “On the Porch,” former Pittsboro Mayor, and Real Estate Developer Randy Voller spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, March 27. He discussed real estate trends in Chatham and Orange County, ongoing events and developments in Pittsboro and Chatham County, and more.

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The 5:00 News – Sweet 16 Eve, President Visits, Underage Drinking Investigation

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 27, 2024 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. In this edition, we hear a Carolina Connection story about underage drinking and fake I.D.s in Chapel Hill. He hear from President Biden’s remarks yesterday in Raleigh, as well as Tom Jensen on why Biden’s chances at reelection may be improving. We also learn of some new businesses coming to the area, and more. In sports, we hear from Hubert Davis on the eve of UNC’s Sweet 16 game, the Diamond Heels keep winning at home, and more.

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Orange County: Transit Survey, New Recycling Site, 203 Greensboro Update

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 27, 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, March 27. She discussed an ongoing transit survey, which will be wrapping up at the end of the month. She also discussed the new 24-hour recycling drop-off site located at the Jones Ferry Road Park and Ride. She also gave an update on the 203 S. Greensboro project in downtown Carrboro, discussed upcoming events, and more.

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The 5:00 News – Mental Health for Students, Changes to Carrboro Film Fest, New Carrboro Town Clerk

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 26, 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 a story on new mental health services being provided by Chatham County Schools. We also hear from Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee on some changes coming to the Carrboro Film Fest. Also in Carrboro, the town announced the hiring of a new Town Clerk. In sports, we hear from UNC Women’s Basketballs star Deja Kelly reflecting on her UNC career, an East Chapel Hill High alum wins a national championship in fencing, the Diamond Heels put a historic home winning streak on the line against North Carolina A&T, and much more.

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Wonderful Water: Monica Dodson and Wil Lawson on OWASA’s Water Quality and Wastewater Report Card

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 26, 2024 | On Air Today (PM), Sponsored, Town Square, Wonderful Water

Monica Dodson, OWASAS Water Supply and Treatment Manager and Wil Lawson, OWASA’s Wastewater Treatment and Biosolids Recycling Manager spoke with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, March 26. They discussed the results of OWASA’s annual report cards for water quality and wastewater. They discussed details of both reports and what that means for OWASA and the community.

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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Ship Talks Parks, Main Street, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 26, 2024 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, March 26. He discussed the $1 million investment in existing parks that the Town of Pittsboro has made this fiscal year, including a massive overhaul of McClenahan Street Park near Pittsboro Elementary. He also discussed planning for an upcoming 55-acre park off of Moncure Road. He recounts the recent NC Main Street Conference that saw Pittsboro win two awards, a new planning board spot has opened up for the town, a new Irish Pub has opened just south of the circle, and more.

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Hillsborough: US70 Multi-Modal Project, Legislative Priorities, Last Friday Art Walk

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 26, 2024 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, March 26. He discussed the business of the Hillsborough Board of Commissioners meeting this week, including a presentation on the US70 Multi-modal Corridor Plan. They also discussed their legislative priorities for the upcoming short session of the General Assembly. He discussed this week’s Last Friday Art Walk, and much more.

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On Air Today: Genevieve Bakery’s Aliesha Vinar and Yonder Southern Cocktails and Brew’s Jackie

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 25, 2024 | On Air Today (PM)

Genevieve Bakery’s Aliesha Vinar and Yonder Southern Cocktails and Brew’s Jackie Smolinski joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, March 25. They discussed an event coming up on Wednesday at 7:30 at Yonder. It’s “Springtime Magic Hour” and evening of desserts and drink pairings. They discussed both Genevieve Bakery and Yonder’s history, explained how the collaboration came to be, gave more details on what to expect on Wednesday night, and more.

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On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager H’aiasi Chinfloo

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 25, 2024 | On Air Today (PM)

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager H’aiasi Chinfloo spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, March 25. She discussed the top three social media moments of the week on the @wchlchapelboro social media feeds. These included an update on the Estes Drive Connectivity Project, UNC Men’s Basketball in the NCAA Tournament, the women’s team’s loss to South Carolina, and more.

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