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Chapel Hill: Budget Updates, LUMO, Upcoming Events

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 28, 2026 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 28, discussing town news and events. She gave updates on the town budget, including the timeline for the budget’s likely passage. She also talked about the town’s long on going rewrite of the Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO), which will become a council focus going into the summer. She also previewed some upcoming events, the reopening of a town swimming facility, and more.

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On Air Today: Andrew Taylor Troutman of “Little Big Moments” on Abolishing Medical Debt

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 28, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Rev. Andrew Taylor Troutman of Chapel of the Pines Presbyterian Church in Chatham County joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 2. He discussed the church’s campaign to abolish $1.8 million of medical debt in Chatham County. Community members can help support the campaign at this link.

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On Air Today: Chatham County Overdose Prevention Coordinator Amanda McNamara Discussing Federal Opioid Settlement

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 28, 2026 | On Air Today (PM), Sponsored

Chatham County Overdose Prevention Coordinator Amanda McNamara from the Chatham County Public Health Department spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey. She reviewed the federal opioid settlement and discussed how Chatham County is using their funds to support community health and mitigate the effects of the overdose epidemic. She also outlined some specific county programs, and more.

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Orange County: Budget Amendments, Memorial Day, Upcoming Public Hearing

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 27, 2026 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jean Hamilton spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, May 27, discussing county news and events. She discussed the recent movement on the budget, which as seen a flurry of amendments as commissioners and staff try to reconcile some tough budget choices without raising property taxes. She also previewed the upcoming public hearing on the budget, reviewed Memorial Day events in our community, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Randy Voller of “On The Porch”

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 26, 2026 | Chatham County Roundup

Former Pittsboro Mayor, real estate developer, and “On the Porch” host Randy Voller spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 26. He discussed trends in real estate across Chatham and Orange Counties. He also discussed the latest budget news from Chatham County, some recent controversies in the county, and more.

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Hillsborough: Meeting Look Ahead, America 250, Upcoming Events

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 26, 2026 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 26, discussing town news and events. He previewed an upcoming meeting of the Board of Commissioners as the town weighs both budget concerns and a moratorium on data centers. He also discussed new banners up around downtown for America’s 250 years celebration, and talked about that event as well as others upcoming in Hillsborough.

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Carrboro: Budget Pressures, Budget Timeline, Freight Train Blues

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 22, 2026 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, May 22, discussing town news and events. She talked about the upcoming Freight Train Blues concert, which was moved indoors to the Drakeford Library Complex due to threatening weather. She also gave an update on the town’s budget, which recommends cuts to non-profits and other financial pressures, leading some council members to consider a tax increase. She talked about the budget timeline and more.

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On Air Today: Heat Awareness Week with Chatham County Environmental Health Director James Tiger

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 22, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Chatham County Public Health Department Environmental Health Director James Tiger spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, May 22. He discussed heat awareness week, helping residents prepare and understand the health risks that come with extreme temperatures. He also discussed some institutional resources the county offers to help folks stay safe during the hottest part of the year, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Town of Chapel Hill’s Mike Miller, John Richardson, and Kanen Lawson

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 21, 2026 | Climate Thursdays

Town of Chapel Hill Fire Inspector Mike Miller, Community Sustainability Manager John Richardson, and Community Safety Public Information Officer Kanen Lawson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 21. They discussed Heat Awareness Week, highlighting actions that individuals can take to prepare for the heat, as well as systems the town government has in place to help mitigate the effects of extreme heat, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Budget Updates, Climate Action Plan, 150 Jobs Downtown

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 21, 2026 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 21, discussing town news and events. She gave an update on the town budget after a public hearing earlier in the week. She also discussed updates to the town’s climate action plan, and incentives package for Blue Sky Robotics to bring 150 jobs to their headquarters downtown. She also talked about the upcoming Memorial Day holiday and more.

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