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The 5:00 News – Storm Recovery, Rural Internet, Tez Walker

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 16, 2023 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news is the latest on the aftermath of Tuesday afternoon’s thunderstorms that left tens of thousands of people in the area without power through most of Wednesday. We also hear about the winners of the Uproar Arts Festival, and the latest on Orange County’s partnership with high-speed Internet provider Lumos, as they bring access to thousands in rural Orange County. In sports we hear from UNC Football Head Coach Mack Brown on the Tez Walker situation, and more.

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Orange County: Rural Internet Access, Storm Damage, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 16, 2023 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, August 16th. She discussed the Orange County and Lumos partnership to bring high speed Internet access to rural parts of Orange County. She also discussed the aftermath of the recent storm that caused power outages for thousands of people in Orange and Durham Counties. She concluded with thoughts about the recently concluded Uproar Arts festival in Orange County, and more.

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The 5:00 News – Severe Thunderstorms, Hillsborough Homicide, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 15, 2023 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition, a line of thunderstorms passed through the area Monday afternoon that knocked out power for tens of thousands. We also learned of a homicide Monday night in Hillsborough, a press conference highlighting the challenges to public education in North Carolina, and some new sidewalks coming to Chapel Hill. In sports, the women’s soccer season begins this week, and we hear from UNC Athletic Director Bubba Cunningham on Anson Dorrence.

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Chatham County Roundup: Chair of the Chatham County Commissioners Karen Howard

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 15, 2023 | Chatham County Roundup

Chair of the Chatham County Commissioners Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, August, 15th. She discussed the upcoming agenda for the Chatham County Commissioners, including a focus on the small area plan for Moncure in preparation for the construction of the VinFast plant. She also discussed the upcoming start of the school year, and the aftermath of the sale of the Chatham News + Record newspaper.

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Hillsborough: Uproar Aftermath, Upcoming Agenda, Homicide Response

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 15, 2023 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, August 15th. She discussed the aftermath of the Uproar Arts Festival, which saw many installations in downtown Hillsborough, as well as one piece purchased by the town to become permanent. She also discussed some of the priorities for town during the rest of the calendar year. She also responded to news of a homicide in Hillsborough from earlier this week, and more.

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The 5:00 News – Orange County School Board Meeting, No State Budget, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 14, 2023 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, the Orange County School Board meets for the first time since the abrupt resignation of superintendent Monique Felder. We also hear a rundown of the other upcoming government meetings this week. We hear from State House Minority Leader Robert Reives on the lack of a state budget and what that means for Medicaid expansion in North Carolina. Carolina Connection shares a story on responding to mental health crises on campus. In sports, the new Associated Press preseason football poll ranks UNC #21 to start the season.

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On Air Today: WCHL Chapelboro Social Media Manager H’aiasi Chinfloo

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Aug 14, 2023 | On Air Today (PM)

Chapelboro.com and 97.9 The Hill Social Media Manager H’aiasi Chinfloo spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, August 14th. They discussed some events from the weekend, as well as the latest on wchlchapelboro social media platforms. That includes the latest on the Chapelboro newsletters, and our upcoming partnership with SERVEPRO of South Durham for a school supplies drive for back-to-school.