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Hillsborough: Graffiti Art at Cate’s Creek, Orange Grove Road Closed, Meeting Preview

Posted by | May 6, 2025 | ,

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bells spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 6, discussing town news and events. He talked about a traffic accident from earlier in the afternoon that has closed parts of I-85 and Orange Grove Road, and diverted traffic downtown. He talked about the opening of a Graffiti Art park at Cate’s Creek park near the skate spot. He also previewed next week’s Hillsborough Board of Commissioners meeting, which will continue budget talks, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Chair of the County Commissioners Karen Howard from Washington, D.C.

Posted by | May 6, 2025 |

Chair of the Chatham County Commissioners Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 6. She joined via phone from Washington, D.C. for an economic conference. She discussed the tone and purpose of the conference, including leaders showing a recognition of the importance of addressing affordable housing, and the challenges presented by the current administration’s economic policy. She also discussed the first look at Chatham County’s budget proposal for next year, and more.

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On Air Today: Michael Koh Discusses the UNC Sports Weekend

Posted by | May 5, 2025 |

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, May 5. He discussed the weekend in UNC sports, including the Diamond Heels weekend off for exams before a huge stretch to end the regular season. He also talked about both men’s and women’s lacrosse earning their NCAA tournament bids, with the women’s team being the number 1 overall seed. He also discussed women’s golf, women’s tennis, and more.

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Conversation We Need to Have: Orange County Chief Civil Right’s Officer Paul Slack

Posted by | May 5, 2025 |

Orange County’s Chief Civil Right’s Officer Paul Slack spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, May 5. He discussed the importance of citizens engaging in their local government, including the opportunity to serve on county boards and commissions. He stressed the importance of having a variety of voices and backgrounds represented on those boards, and the important role they serve in the county. He also talked about some upcoming events in the county, including the Pauli Murray Awards happening later his month, which recognizes a youth, adult, and organization in the county who has served the community in the pursuit of justice and human rights for all residents.

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Carrboro: Mental Health Mondays, Carrboro Day, Upcoming Events

Posted by | May 2, 2025 | ,

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, May 2, discussing town news and events. She talked about an upcoming series of events the town is holding for Mental Health Awareness Month called Mental Health Mondays. She also talked about Carrboro Police’s Diversion Social Worker Monrita Hughes and the works she does. She previewed this weekend’s Carrboro Day festivities, looked ahead to other Carrboro events coming up in the summer festival season, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Ashley Ward from Duke’s Heat Policy Innovation Hub on Heat Season

Posted by | May 1, 2025 |

Ashley Ward, Director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke’s Nicholas Institute, spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 1. She discussed the impending summer weather, and the precautions folks should consider taking when heat season really ramps up. She talked about strategies for keeping cool beyond retreating to air conditioning, and talked about some resources people can use to help make informed decisions about when the heat becomes dangerous. She also discussed some of the recent work she has been doing, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Director of Duke’s Heat Policy Innovation Hub Ashley Ward

Posted by | May 1, 2025 |

Ashley Ward, Director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke’s Nicholas Institute, spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 1. She discussed how to the work of climate change mitigation forward in an environment where the federal government is taking a decided step backward. How can we preserve the work that has been done and keep doing more good work? She also talks about what people can do to stay focused, and more.

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Chapel Hill: E-Bike Library, Budget Update, Summer in Chapel Hill

Posted by | May 1, 2025 | ,

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 1, discussing town news and events. They discussed Chapel Hill’s new e-bike library. She also gave an update on the budget process, with a draft due from the interim county manager in the next few weeks. They also discussed summer in Chapel Hill, highlighting some of the upcoming events in the community, and more.

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