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News on The Hill with Andrew Stuckey

On Air Today: Sean Kelley, Co-Director of Duke’s Veterans Transition Research Lab

Posted by | Nov 11, 2025 |

Sean Kelley, Co-Director of Duke’s Veterans Transition Research Lab spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, November 11. He discussed the history of the lab, which seeks to understand why highly skilled veterans have a hard time finding jobs after leaving the military.  He discussed some of their findings so far, and what he hopes they are able to do next.

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On Air Today: 97.9 and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh

Posted by | Nov 10, 2025 |

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey, discussing the weekend in UNC sports. They talked about UNC Basketball’s huge early season win at home over Kansas, football earning their second straight ACC win, the field hockey team collecting their 9th consecutive ACC title, and more.

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On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager Henry Taylor

Posted by | Nov 10, 2025 |

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager Henry Taylor spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, November 10. He discussed some recent content on Instagram celebrating 97.9 The Hill’s 9th consecutive win as North Carolina Association of Broadcasters Non-Metro Station of the Year. He also discussed some recent trends on social media, including a new video game featuring a “Proximity Chat” feature, and more.

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Carrboro: Election Recap, Food Distribution, Downtown Area Plan

Posted by | Nov 7, 2025 | ,

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, November 7, discussing town news and events. She recapped Tuesday’s municipal election, which saw her reelected to a second term. She also discussed continued uncertainty around federal food benefits amid the government shutdown. She talked about ongoing community outreach efforts around the Downtown Area Plan, upcoming events in Carrboro, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Election Night, Food Access, Trails Reopen

Posted by | Nov 6, 2025 | ,

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, November 6, discussing town news and events. She talked about election night, which saw two town councilmembers earn reelection and the election of two first time councilmembers. She also talked about upcoming food distribution events and ongoing effects to community members. She discussed the town’s trails reopening several months early after storm damage. She also previewed several upcoming town events and more.

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Orange County: Election Reactions, Food Resources, Veterans Day

Posted by | Nov 5, 2025 | ,

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, November 5, discussing county news and events. She discussed election results from Tuesday’s municipal elections, the ongoing uncertainty around food benefits and resources in our community, and the various Veterans Day recognitions happening in our community, and more.

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On Air Today: Deby Dihoff, Board Member with Faith Connections on Mental Illness

Posted by | Nov 5, 2025 |

Deby Dihoff, Board Member with Faith Connections on Mental Illness and former NAMI NC Director spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, November 5. She discussed an upcoming half-day conference being hosted at Binkley Baptist Church on the mental health of young people and contemporary parenting styles. The conference is Friday, November 8 in the a.m., and you can sign up here. She also discussed the history of the organization, and more.

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The 5:00 News – Election Day, Hurricane Melissa, UNC Basketball Season Begins

Posted by | Nov 4, 2025 |

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear from Public Policy Polling’s Tom Jensen ahead of election day. We hear from a UNC student with family recovering from Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica. In sports, UNC Men’s Basketball opens the season with an emphatic victory and Hubert Davis responds to Luka Bogavac’s sudden eligibility. We also check in on the rest Tar Heels sports, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Karen Howard, Chair of the Chatham County Commissioners

Posted by | Nov 4, 2025 |

Chair of the Chatham County Commissioners Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, November 4, discussing county news and events. She discussed the county’s long-term transportation plans and other items from the commissioners’ work session on Monday. She also talked about the public meeting, which saw a vote on the Vickers Village development off Jack Bennet Road, and more.

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Hillsborough: Reelection Night for Mark Bell, Reaction to Plate Reader Cancelation

Posted by | Nov 4, 2025 | ,

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, November 4, discussing town news and events. He discussed election day in Hillsborough, which will result in his election to a second term as mayor as he is running unopposed. He discussed what he is proud of and what lessons he learned during his first term. He also discussed his vision for Hillsborough during his second. He also shared positive feedback he’s heard since the board voted to cancel their contract with Flock Safety, and more.

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