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Hillsborough: Mayor Jenn Weaver Reflects on Her Time as an Elected in Hillsborough

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Dec 5, 2023 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver stopped by the 97.9 The Hill studios to speak with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey. She reflected on her time in office, talking about how Hillsborough has changed in the 10 years since she first began to serve. She also outlined the evolution of the Riverwalk project and the train station project. She also shared how the handoff to mayor Mark Bell is going, and more.

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The 5:00 News – Bucees in Mebane, Election Filing Period, Bowl Game Assignment

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Dec 4, 2023 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. In this edition we learn of a proposed Bucees Travel Center in Mebane, the latest on the election filing period that opened earlier today, and a proposal for what would have been the tallest building in town denied by the Town Council. We also hear a Carolina Connection story on the potential departure of Chancellor Kevin Guskiewicz departure, and more. In sports, we revisit UNC Men’s win over Florida State, learn the football team’s bowl placement, and more.

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On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill Social Media Manager H’aiasi Chinfloo

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Dec 4, 2023 | 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, December 4. They discussed UNC Football’s participation in the Duke’s Mayo Bowl, and the traditional mayonnaise shower the winning coach gets. They also talked local elections and the other content you can find on social media by following WCHLchapelboro.

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On Air Today: Award Winning Sports Journalist David Glenn

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Nov 30, 2023 | On Air Today (PM)

Award Winning Sports Journalist David Glenn spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, November 30. He discussed the marquee win against tenth-ranked Tennessee on Wednesday night. He also discussed the precarious off-season coming up for the UNC football team, with several likely player departures and questions emerging about Mack Brown’s successor, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub Ashley Ward from the COP Climate Conference in Dubai

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Nov 30, 2023 | Climate Thursdays

Director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke’s Nicholas Institute Ashley Ward spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, November 30. She joined News on the Hill from the COP– the U.N. Climate Conference being held in Dubai this year. She discussed getting to Dubai, what the first day of the conference was like, and what she hopes to do tomorrow. She also discussed some focal points for the conference, and what she will be looking for as the conference plays out over the next several days. Ashley will be providing daily updates from the UN Climate Conference through next week.

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Chapel Hill: Downtown Developments, Homestead Skatepark Improvements, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Nov 30, 2023 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, November 30. She discussed a couple of development proposals that the town council considered this week. One is the Life Sciences Center at 306 West Franklin, the council passed. The council denied a 15 story mixed use development at 157 E. Rosemary St. She also talked about the timeline for improvements coming to the Homestead Skate Park, some upcoming community events, and more.

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Orange County: Rural Broadband Rollout, Comprehensive Strategic Plan, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Nov 29, 2023 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Orange County Commissioner Earl McKee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, November 29. He discussed the continued rollout of rural broadband Internet access in Orange County, including some upcoming public feedback opportunities. He also discussed the board’s recent work on their Comprehensive Strategic Plan, upcoming community events, and more.

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Robert’s Rules: NC House Minority Leader Robert Reives on the Latest from the General Assembly

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Nov 29, 2023 | On Air Today (PM)

North Carolina House Minority Leader and District 54 Representative Robert Reives spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, November 29. He discussed legislative district maps, the Democrats optimism in finding a road to break the supermajority in the General Assembly, and more. He also discussed how the casino issue galvanized voters in some parts of the state, and what the impact of the upcoming rollout of Medicaid expansion could mean for some constituents.

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The 5:00 News – Murder Trial Update, Leave Your Leaves, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Nov 28, 2023 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. In this edition, we learn the latest on the murder suspect Tailei Qi being ruled unfit to stand trial. The town of Chapel Hill seeks feedback on the Homestead Skate Park. We also hear a story from Carolina Connection on the value of leaving your leaves. In sports, both men’s and women’s basketball teams drop in the rankings, the football transfers begin, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Commissioner Kyle Shipp

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Nov 28, 2023 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Commissioner and Mayor Elect Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, November 28. He discussed some holiday events around town, the new downtown pop-up park, and more. He also discussed an upcoming meeting of the Board of Commissioners to discuss pedestrian connectivity and more.

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