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Climate Thursday: UNC Climate Scientist Angel Hsu

Posted by | May 11, 2023 |

University of North Carolina climate scientist Dr. Angel Hsu spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 11th.  She discussed her work studying the intersection of climate change and urbanization.  She explained how she uses large data sets derived from satellite remote sensing to evaluate environmental policy performance.  She also talked about the Data-Driven Enviro-Lab, and how all of this applies to Chapel Hill.

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Chapel Hill: Condolences to CHPD, Budget Proposal, ARPA Funds

Posted by | May 11, 2023 |

Chapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 11th. She offered condolences to the family and loved ones of Chapel Hill Police Officer Mike Mineer, who died in an automobile accident off duty earlier this week. Also included is a lengthy discussion of the initial budget proposal from Interim Town Manager Chris Blue. The budget proposal increases the budget 11% from the previous year. She also discussed the use of the town’s ARPA funds–as voted on by the public.

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Orange County: Budget Update, Capital Investment Plan, and Community Events

Posted by | May 10, 2023 |

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, May 10th. She discussed highlights from the proposed county budget. Included in the budget is a 10% increase in school funding, and a 6% increase in compensation for county staff. She also talked about some upcoming events int he community, including the upcoming reopening of Blackwood Park.

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The 5:00 News – Shooting Arrest, CHPD Officer Dies in Accident, Downtown Mural

Posted by | May 9, 2023 |

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news is an arrest made in connection with a Monday morning shooting at the McDonalds in northeast Chapel Hill.  We also learn of the passing of Chapel Hill Police Officer Mike Mineer, who died in an automobile accident in Chatham County while off duty on Monday. We also hear the back story to downtown Chapel Hill’s latest mural, and much more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Cindy Perry

Posted by | May 9, 2023 |

Pittsboro Mayor Cindy Perry spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 9th. She discussed the town’s development of a climate action plan.  The town has asked the Triangle J Group incorporate a climate action plan in the town’s developing strategic plan.  She also discussed the possibility of having a social district in downtown Pittsboro, and more.

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Hillsborough – Town Budget, Water & Sewer Rates, Capital Expenditures

Posted by | May 9, 2023 |

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 9th. She discussed the town’s budget process, including what the town board learned from Town Manager Eric Peterson’s budget preview at Monday night’s meeting. Included are discussions of water and sewer rate increases, how to address the backlog of capital expenditures, and more.

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The 5:00 News – Chatham News + Record Publisher Retires, Rhiannon Giddens Wins Pulitzer, and More

Posted by | May 8, 2023 |

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news.  In this edition, we learn of the retirement of Bill Horner from the Chatham News + Record. We also find out that local singer-songwriter Rhiannon Giddens has won the Pulitzer Prize for Songwriting. We also hear a story about some Duke healthcare professionals response to the propose changes in state abortion law. Also included is a story on online security, and more.

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On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill Sports Reporter Michael Koh

Posted by | May 8, 2023 |

97.9 The Hill Sports Reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, May 8th. They discussed a successful weekend for the UNC Tennis programs, what comes next for women’s lacrosse, and the last stretch of the season for the diamond heels.

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