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On Air Today: UNC Women’s Tennis Head Coach Brian Kalbas

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 1, 2023 | On Air Today (PM)

UNC Women’s Tennis Head Coach Brian Kalbas spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June 1st. He discussed the recently concluded season, that saw the women’s tennis team win a team national championship. He also discussed the doubles championship match, which saw two UNC doubles teams squaring off for the national championship. He also discussed what surprised him about this year’s team, and what his summer plans are both personally and for the tennis program.

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The 5:00 News – Legion Rd. Pond, OWASA Rate Hikes, Pride Flags

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 1, 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 town-owned Legion Road Pond, which will have to be drained due to safety concerns. We also hear from OWASA on their proposed rate hikes, and we hear from the Downtown Partnership on the results of their pride flag survey. In sports, Women’s Lacrosse coach Jeny Levy gets a four year contract extension, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Ashley Ward from Duke’s Nicholas Institute

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 1, 2023 | Climate Thursdays

Senior Policy Associate at Duke’s Nicholas Institute Ashley Ward spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June 1st. She discussed a new public schools assessment that outlines the lack of air conditioning in public schools across the country. She discussed the negative learning and public health implications of the data. She also talked about how the federal budget and debt ceiling debate will affect programs aimed at mitigating the effects extreme heat.

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Chapel Hill: Sarah Potter from the Office of Economic Development

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 1, 2023 | Conversations with the Mayors

Program Coordinator for the Town of Chapel Hill Office of Economic Development Sarah Potter spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June 1st. She discussed the new downtown Garden Spot, funded partially by a Revive Opportunity Grant. She also discussed the Downtown Mobility Plan, the recent “Big Reveal,” and the biggest surprises and challenges she has faced in her role in the office of Economic Development.

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The 5:00 News – Football Start Times, Venus Flytrap Plates, and The Plant

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 31, 2023 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. In this edition of the news, we hear from state Rep. Allen Buansi about the bill passed by the state house to approve a Venus Flytrap license plate. We also learn more about the new EMS and Fire Station in Hillsborough, and a visit to The Plant in Pittsboro. In sports, we learn the kickoff times and television assignments for the first three UNC football games of the year, and more.

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Orange County: Budget Amendments, Rezoning at Lawrence Road and UPROAR Artists

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 31, 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, May 31st. She discussed some proposed amendments to the county budget, as well as a public budget presentation coming up on Thursday. She also discussed a proposal to rezone 84 acres near Lawrence Road and US70 for a prep school and some athletic facilities. They concluded by talking about the upcoming UPROAR arts festival coming to Orange County in July.

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On Air Today: Michael Koh Talks UNC Sports

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 31, 2023 | On Air Today (PM)

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com sports reporter Michael Koh joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, May 31st. He discussed the UNC baseball team’s performance in the ACC Tournament, and their prospects in the NCAA tournament. The Diamond Heels start regional play in Terre Haute, Indiana this weekend. He also discussed the men’s golf team, which was eliminated in the semifinals of the NCAA tournament, their best result in 30 years. They concluded the conversation by talking about roster updates for both the men’s and women’s basketball teams.

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The 5:00 News – Charges in Motorcyclist Death, Chapel Hill Taxes, End of an Era for Coker Arboretum

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 30, 2023 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. In this edition of the news, we learn of misdemeanor death by vehicle charges being filed in the death of a motorcyclist in Carrboro last week. We also hear from Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger on a proposed tax increase, and Carrboro Mayor Damon Seils on a newly approved housing development. Also included is a story on the retirement Margo MacIntyre from the Coker Arboretum. In sports, a star recruit for the men’s basketball team reclassifies for next year’s freshman class.

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Hillsborough: Memorial Day, Flush Fest, Skate Park

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 30, 2023 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 30th. She discussed Memorial Day activities including the county’s service at the Seymour Center. She also discussed this weekend’s upcoming Flush-Fest, a private fundraiser for better sanitation in South America. She also shared the latest on the Town’s plans to build a pocket skate park sometime during 2024. She also previewed a multi-modal transportation corridor study in Hillsborough.

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The 5:00 News – The Legend of Jim Lampley and Fewer Cars in Carrboro

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 26, 2023 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. In this edition of the news, Aaron Keck sits down for a conversation with sports broadcasting legend and wchl alum Jim Lampley. We also hear from Carrboro Mayor Pro Tem Susan Romaine on a proposal to help reduce the number of cars in Carrboro. We also hear of some savvy middle school investors in Pittsboro who won an economics competition, recap the UNC Diamond Heels big ACC Tournament win, and more.

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