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Orange County: No Dollar General For White Cross, Disrupted Transportation Services, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 5, 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, April 5th. She discussed a denied rezoning request for a property near White Cross where developers were hoping to put a Dollar General Store. She also discussed Orange County Transit’s ailing fleet, causing some cancellation of services in the area this week.

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The 5:00 News – Republican Super Majority, Narcan Access, New WBB Player

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 4, 2023 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news, including a report of a democratic state lawmaker changing parties to give Republicans a super majority in the General Assembly. Also a story on increased access to Narcan to prevent opioid overdose deaths, a Carolina Connection story on UNC Students modifying toys for use at children’s hospitals, and the introduction of the latest member of the UNC women’s basketball team.

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Chatham County Roundup: Commissioner Karen Howard

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 4, 2023 | Chatham County Roundup

Chair of the Chatham County Commissioners Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 4th. She discussed the process of aligning the county budget with priorities they set in a recent retreat, plan for growth, and being competitive with neighboring communities. Getting input for the community as the county continues to develop the County Farmland Preservation Plan. Update on the Moncure Area Plan, and Chatham County represented at Biden’s visit to North Carolina.

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Hillsborough: Budget Priorities, Bonnie B. Davis Memorial Garden, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 4, 2023 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 4th. She discussed reaction to bills in the general assembly, including Medicaid expansion, the elimination of local permits for handguns, and bills limiting the rights of LGBTQ citizens, and more. She also discussed town priorities for the upcoming budget discussion, the upcoming dedication of Bonnie B. Davis Memorial Garden, a dog costume contest and egg hunt, and more.

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The 5:00 News – Budget Season, Spring Holidays, Crime Update, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 3, 2023 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. In today’s newscast, we bring in April with a look at the local government schedule as they get deeper into budget season. We also hear from Carrboro Mayor Damon Seils on the passing of local resident and Durham City Budget Director John Allore. Also included is an update of some crime stories from over the weekend, and a Carolina Connection story outlining the challenges of Muslim students who are participating in Ramadan during the end of the academic year. We also hear from UNC Basketball head coach Hubert Davis, and much more.

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On Air Today: Michael Koh Discusses the Weekend in Sports

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 3, 2023 | On Air Today (PM)

97.9 The Hill Sports Reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, April 3rd. He discussed the Diamond Heels taking two of three in a weekend series against Notre Dame, as well as their upcoming matchup in Charlotte against South Carolina. He also talked about the upcoming spring football game, and previewed next year’s football team. He concluded by talking about the women’s and men’s basketball national championship games.

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On Air Today: Social Media Update with H’aiasi Chinfloo

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 3, 2023 | On Air Today (PM)

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Director H’aiasi Chinfloo spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, April 3rd. She discussed some weekend social media posts reminiscing on last year’s run to the national championship for the men’s basketball team. She also previewed the 97.9 The Hill T-Shirt Design Contest that will be ongoing throughout the month of April.

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Stroman On Sports: The Men’s and Women’s Final Fours

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 31, 2023 | Stroman On Sports

UNC and UVA professor Deborah Stroman spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, March 31st. The discussed trends and results of both the men’s and women’s NCAA tournament. They also broke down the remaining teams in both final fours.

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The 5:00 News – John Allore Remembered, School Board Needs, and More

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

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news, including a remembrance of Durham Budget Director and Carrboro Resident John Allore, who died suddenly when his bicycle was struck by a vehicle early Thursday morning. We also hear a story on a joint meeting between the school boards and county commissioners in Orange County. We also hear about President Biden’s visit to Durham from Hillsborough Commissioner Matt Hughes, plus much more.

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Carrboro: Remembering John Allore, Bolin Creek Greenway, and Solar Panels

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 31, 2023 | Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Damon Seils spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, March 31st. He remembered Durham Budget Director and Carrboro resident John Allore, who died when his bicycle was struck by a vehicle earlier this week. Seils also gave updates on the Bolin Creek Greenway project, and an update to solar panels being installed on town buildings.

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