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Teacher Feature: Madeline Blobe and Sarita Allen from the Public Schools Foundation

Public Schools Foundation Executive Director Madeline Blobe and Associate Director For Support Sarita Allen joined 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com News Director Brighton McConnel.  They discussed the ongoing summer food and book drive, getting more supplies to teachers, and more.

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On Air Today: 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, July 24th. They discussed weekend activities and local reaction to Saturday’s fire at Med Deli. H’aiasi also talked about the latest video shared on wchlchapelboro social media that features the vintage store Rumors.

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Stroman On Sports: World Cup Soccer, Affirmative Action, and Messi in MLS

University of North Carolina and University of Virginia staff member Dr. Deborah Stroman spoke with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnel on Friday, July 21st. She discussed women’s world cup soccer, equity in women’s sports, and Messi in the MLS. She also discussed a recent seminar on the affects of the affirmative action decision on college sports. 

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The 5:00 News – Election Candidates Finalized, Pam Hemminger, Scooters on Campus

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news: Friday’s noon filing deadline has passed, revealing the final list of candidates for local office in this fall’s election. Har a breakdown of the highlights of who is running–and who is not. We also hear from Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger on her decision to not seek reelection, and we hear a story about the prevalence of electric scooters on UNC’s campus.

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Carrboro: Upcoming Elections, Bolin Creek Greenway, and More

Carrboro Mayor Damon Seils spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, July 21st. He discussed the final candidate list, community feedback on the Bolin Creek Greenway, the recent soccer match in Chapel Hill, and the ongoing World Cup.

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On Air Today: News Director Brighton McConnell Talks Fall Elections

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com News Director Brighton McConnell joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, July 21st. He discussed the end of the filing period for our local fall elections, breaking down trends that emerged as the candidate lists formed. He discussed who is running for the open seats in Chapel Hill, Carrboro, Hillsborough, Durham, and Pittsboro.

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The 5:00 News – Mayor’s Race, Elections, FC Series

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news is continued reaction to Mayor Pam Hemminger’s announcement that she will not be running for reelection. Town Council Member Jess Anderson will be running for mayor, and other candidate updates from the local election filing period.  In sports, we hear reaction from last night’s FC Series matchup between Chelsea and Wrexham, and more.

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Chapel Hill: No 5th Term for Pam Hemminger, Town Manager Hiring, and More

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, July 20th. She discussed her decision to not run for a fifth term as Mayor of Chapel Hill. She also discussed a special meeting of the town council coming up on Monday where they plan to approve the hiring of a new town manager. She also talked about the UROAR Arts Festival, and the FC Soccer series, and more.

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On Air Today: Michael Koh Live from Kenan Stadium

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com sports reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, July 19th. Michael was live at Kenan Stadium in the hours leading up the FC Series soccer matchup between Wrexham and Chelsea. He discussed the atmosphere around the stadium, including what people are saying about the game.

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The 5:00 News – FC Series Soccer and Chapel Hill Mayor’s Race

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger announces she’s not running for re-election. Chapel Hill Town Council Member Jessica Anderson announces that she is running for mayor, and other candidates file to run for office. In sports, the town prepares for tonight’s FC Series soccer friendly between Wrexham and Chelsea.  All of that and much more local content is available in the 5:00 news.

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