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News on The Hill with Andrew Stuckey

The 5:00 News – Truth Plaque and Town Manager Turnover in Carrboro, and More

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. In this edition of the news we hear a story about the latest Truth Plaque historical marker in Carrboro in front of the historic Strayhorn House. We also learn of the interim plan for Carrboro Town Manager, learn the latest COVID-19 data, and hear from Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger on communication between the university and the town during a crisis. In sports, Mack Brown weighs in on conference expansion, and more.

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Orange County: Climate Action Plan, Emergency Preparedness, and More

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, September 6th. She detailed the initial draft of the County’s Climate Action Plan. She also discussed September as Emergency Preparedness Month and more.

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CCR: Chair of the Chatham County Commissioners Karen Howard

Chair of the Chatham County Commissioners Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, September 5th. She discussed a voter I.D. event that the elections board is hosting. She also shared how community members can give feedback on a Haw River Trail feasibility study. Also discussed was the permanent home for a display in the Chatham County library honoring lynching victims, and some recent tragic events on Jordan Lake.

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Hillsborough: Churton Street Redesign, Transition to Fall, and More

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, September 5th. She discussed community feedback on a proposed Churton Street redesign that NCDOT is planning for the next several years. She discussed how community members can provide feedback, and what the timeline is for the project. She also discussed the transition to back to school and fall in Hillsborough, and more.

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Stroman On Sports: Conference Expansion, Football Preview, and More

University of North Carolina and University of Virginia faculty member Deborah Stroman spoke with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, September 1st. They discussed the decision to expand the ACC by adding Stanford, Cal, and SMU. They also previewed the UNC football game this weekend and the season in general, and more.

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The 5:00 News – ACC Expands, No Death Penalty, Football Preview

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn that the ACC has voted to expand by three teams for next season. We also hear a story about Orange County District Attorney Jeff Neiman’s decision to not pursue the death penalty. In sports, we preview this weekend’s matchup with South Carolina, check in on several Tar Heel teams in action, and more.

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Carrboro: Shooting Reaction, Town Manager Update, Truth Plaque

Carrboro Mayor Damon Seils spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, September 1st. He discussed the tragic events on Monday at UNC, and the ensuing response and reaction by the community. He also gave us an update on both the Interim Town Manager, and the upcoming search for a long term replacement for departing manager Richard White. He also talked about this evening’s Truth Plaque dedication at the Strayhorn home on Jones Ferry Road.

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On Air Today: UNC Graduate and Professional Student Government President Lauren Hawkinson

UNC Graduate and Professional Student Government President Lauren Atkinson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, September 1. She discussed the events of Monday afternoon, and how they have affected the start of the school year for students and faculty on campus. She also discussed mental health challenges for graduate students, and what she hopes to accomplish during her year in the role of president.

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The 5:00 News – Campus Reacts to Shooting, DTH Goes Viral, New Wrestling Coach

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, campus continues to react to Monday’s shooting on campus, with a rally against gun violence, a candle-light vigil at the Smith Center, and more. The front page of the Daily Tar Heel goes viral with actual text messages from students during the lockdown. In sports, UNC hires a new wrestling coach, a Tar Heel alum continues to win in the U.S. Open, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Response to Monday’s Tragedy, Election PACs in Chapel Hill, and More

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, August 31st. She discussed the tragic events of Monday afternoon, including the shooting on campus and the ensuing lockdown that lasted over three hours. She discussed communication between the University and the Town during a crisis, and what lessons can be learned going forward. She also discussed a recent report from the Triangle Blog Blog that a handful of wealthy Chapel Hill residents plan on funneling unprecedented funds into the upcoming local elections.

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