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On Air Today: Local Artist and Muralist Mayanthi Jayawardena

Local Artist and Muralist Mayanthi Jayawardena spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, April 10th.  She discussed the completion of her mural, Lotus Rising: An Ode To Women, located on the side of the Lantern Restaurant. She discussed her journey to becoming a muralist, other works she has completed, and how this mural came about.  

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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, April 10th. She discussed the biggest trends on Chapelboro Social Media in the past week. She also looked ahead to some upcoming posts for the 97.9 The Hill T-Shirt Design Contest, the latest restaurant news on social media, and more.

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The 5:00 News – Flood Advisory, Sutton’s at 100, National Spelling Bee

97.9 the Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news, including a story about Sutton’s upcoming 100th birthday party, inclement weather causing a flood warning and advisory for Orange County, an Orange County student qualifying or the National Spelling Bee, and more.

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Stroman On Sports: The Women’s NCAA Championship and Sportsmanship

University of North Carolina and University of Virginia faculty member Deborah Stroman spoke with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, April 7th.  She discussed the outcome of the NCAA Women’s National Championship Game, and the ensuing controversy around sportsmanship. 

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Carrboro: Truth Plaque, Facility Naming, and Carrboro in Motion

Carrboro mayor Damon Seils spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, April 7th. He discussed the latest Truth Plaque that the town will be putting up–a historical marker in front of the historic Strayhorn home in Carrboro.  He also talked about the council developing a policy for the naming of town facilities in anticipation of naming the 203 South Greensboro building when it is completed. He also explained the advantages of the Carrboro in Motion initiative, and more.

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The 5:00 News – Soft Lockdown at Cedar Ridge HS, End of OC COVID Testing, and More

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news.  Included in this edition is a story about the end of Orange County Health offering on-site COVID testing.  Also, Cedar Ridge High School was briefly on lockdown Thursday afternoon after a troubling social media post.  Also included is a look at local government meetings, Karen Howard on how Chatham County hopes to preserve agricultural land, and more.

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On Air Today: Jason McCarter, Amy McCarter, and Tate Little from Craftboro Brewing Depot

Jason McCarter, Amy McCarter, and Tate Little from Craftboro Brewing Depot spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, April 6th.  They discussed “New Beer’s Eve” and Friday, April 7th as “National Beer Day.”  They also discussed the South Green location, the latest brews available, and upcoming events.

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Climate Thursday: Senior Policy Associate at Duke’s Nicholas Institute Ashley Ward

Senior Policy Associate from Duke’s Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment, and Sustainability Ashley Ward joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, April 6th.  She discussed a recent event at Duke that featured a talk from former FEMA Director Brock Long.  She also discussed the role of younger generations in addressing climate change, how the judicial branch of the government could also impact climate outcomes, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Practices for Local Government

Town of Chapel Hill Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer Shenekia Weeks spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, April 6th.  She discussed the challenges of her role through the pandemic, how the position has changed in the two years since it was created, and some of the upcoming goals of her office.

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Chatham County Roundup: News + Record Reporter Ben Rappaport

Chatham News + Record reporter Ben Rappaport spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, April 4th. He discussed some highly achieving Chatham County students, how the school district is dealing with the end of emergency COVID funding, and much more.

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