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Orange County: Budget Amendments and Partnership to End Homelessness

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke to 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, June 7th. She discussed some of the proposed amendments to the Orange County budget, and the Commissioners meeting again on Thursday night to further discuss amendments. She also discussed a memorandum of understanding to help fund the Orange County Partnership to End Homelessness. 

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On Air Today: University of Washington Research Scientist Elizabeth Spalt

University of Washington Research Scientist Elizabeth Spalt spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, June 7th. She discussed the poor air quality in the Triangle due to Canadian wildfires. She talked about the dangers of PM2.5, who is most at risk, and what folks can do to stay safe on poor air quality days.

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Chatham County Roundup: Brent Levy and Tami Schwerin from PBO Pride

Brent Levy and Tami Schwerin, two of the organizers of the first PBO Pride event in Pittsboro, spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, June 7th.  They discussed the motivation for organizing a pride event, as well as what folks who go to the event can expect. The first annual PBO Pride celebration will be at The Plant in Pittsboro on Sunday, June 11.

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The 5:00 News – ATM Thieves, Town Council Candidate, Wilcher Out for Basketball

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. In this edition of the news, a dramatic theft of an ATM at an area convenience store is caught on camera. We also learn of a new candidate for Chapel Hill Town Council, an arrest is made in a weekend shooting in Hillsborough, and the community continues Pride celebrations. In sports, incoming Freshman Simeon Wilcher has asked to be released from his letter of intent and does not plan on playing for UNC. This decision comes just a week after star high school guard Elliot Cadeau reclassified into the class of 2023.

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Chatham County Roundup: Commissioner Karen Howard

Chair of the Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, June 6th. She discussed the county budget, which will include a tax increase in order to make compensation for county staff more competitive. She also discussed the upcoming graduation ceremonies at Chatham County Schools, which includes her own son’s graduation at Northwood High School.  She concluded with a discussion of the Juneteenth festivities around Chatham County, including a new mural in downtown Pittsboro.

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The 5:00 News – Pittsboro Water Systems, Election Filing Period, and More

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. In this edition of the news we learn more about Pittsboro and Sanford’s proposed water and wastewater merger. We also preview the filing period opening for candidates for local offices in this fall’s elections. Also included are the latest COVID-19 numbers, a new hire at UNC, and more.

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The 5:00 News – Carrboro Councilmember Not Running, Remembering Ron Miller, Black Bears

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. In this edition of the news, Carrboro Town Council member Susan Romaine announces that she will not seek reelection, the UNC community remembers long-time fencing coach Ron Miller, and Black Bears are sited near MLK Boulevard in Chapel Hill.  We also learn about a weekend shooting in Hillsborough, recap the season’s end for the UNC baseball team, and much more.

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On Air Today: Member of NC Caucus of Black School Board Members Rani Dasi

Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Board member Rani Dasi spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, June 5th. She discussed the conclusion of the school year and the upcoming CHCCS graduation ceremonies. She also discussed a recent resolution passed by the North Carolina Caucus of Black School Board Members calling for an increase in teacher compensation.

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On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com 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, June 5th.  She discussed the latest on the @wchlchapelboro social media platforms, including the latest on the winning t-shirt design contest shirts arriving soon. They also discussed The Little Mermaid and Hillsborough on Sundays.

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Stroman on Sports – Women’s Golf, NBA Finals

University of North Carolina and University of Virginia faculty member Dr. Deborah Stroman spoke with 97.9 the Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Friday, June 2nd.  They discussed the latest phenom in the world of women’s golf. They also talked about the NBA finals, and more.

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