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The 5:00 News – Pedestrian Killed by Train, Drama in Siler City Government, and More

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition, a pedestrian killed by a train in Hillsborough, unsuccessful ouster of the Town Manager in Siler City, more endorsements in local elections, and more. A Carolina Connection story explores the UNC impact of the war between Israel and Hamas. In sports, Huber Davis weighs in on what he likes about this year’s team, and more.

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On Air Today: Michael Koh Talks UNC Football, Basketball

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com sports reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, October 17. He discussed the hot start for UNC Football, the Tez Walker impact, and what comes next for the team. He also discussed preseason rankings for the men’s and women’s basketball teams, the outlook for the women’s team in the first part of the season, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Chair of the County Commissioners Karen Howard

Chair of the Chatham County Commissioners Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, October 8. She discussed the details of the recently passed Moncure Small Area Plan in preparation for development surrounding the VinFast site. She also talked about other business from the board of commissioners meeting, early voting in Chatham County, and more.

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Hillsborough: Community Workshop, Planning Association Award, Early Voting

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, October 17. She discussed a recent community workshop on connectivity, the town winning an award for their comprehensive sustainability plan, the start of early voting this week, and more. She also discussed upcoming community events, including the Hillsborough Police trunk or treat event next Friday, and more.

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The 5:00 News – Body Found in Rural Orange County, Football Wins Again, Snooze Open Date

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. In this edition of the news, we learn of a body discovered in Rural Orange County Sunday morning. We also hear from Chacellor Guskiewicz on the Israel-Hamas conflict. In local restaurant news, we learn the open date for Snooze Am Eatery in Chapel Hill. In sports we recap a busy weekend including a huge win for the UNC football team, and more.

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Speaking of Schools: CHCCS Deputy Superintendent of Operations Al Ciarochi

Deputy Superintendent of Operations for Chapel Hill Carrboro City Schools Al Ciarochi spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, October 16. He discussed the start of the school year from a facilities, operations, and transportation viewpoint. In addition to discussing safety and bussing at the start of the year, he also talked about the long-term capital needs of the districts, what buildings may be seeing upgrades in the near future, and more.

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On Air Today: WCHLChapelboro Social Media Manager H’aiasi Chinfloo

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager H’aiasi Chinfloo spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, October 16. She discussed how to find WCHLChapelboro on social media platforms, as well as some upcoming activity on social media. In addition to news and sports updates, look for the latest 97.9 The Hill promotions, including our “Holidays With the Heels” promotion.

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Stroman on Sports: NFL as Entertainment, UNC, and More

University of North Carolina and University of Virginia staff member Deborah Stroman spoke with 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, October 13. They discussed the latest from the NFL, including the Taylor Swift impact on the league. They also discussed the upcoming ranked matchup between UNC and Miami football, and more.

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Carrboro: Council Budget Tool, Kidical Mass, Second Friday, and More

Carrboro Mayor Damon Seils spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, October 13. He discussed a new budget tool the town council learned about at a recent work session. He also previewed some upcoming events in the community, including Kidical Mass bike event, Second Friday Art Walk, and more. he also discussed what it’s like going through an election cycle while not running for office, and more.

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On Air Today: Michael Koh and H’aiasi Chinfloo talk UNC Women’s Basketball

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh and Social Media Manager H’aiasi Chinfloo joined host Andrew Stuckey on Friday, October 13 to discuss UNC Women’s Basketball media day. They discussed takeaways from visiting with the team, the upgraded lighting at Carmichael Arena, and what to expect as the season progresses.

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