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On Air Today: Road to the Rivalry Winners Dave and Harry Sims

Dave and Harry Sims, the winners of the 97.9 The Hill Road to the Rivalry ticket giveaway joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey in studio on Tuesday, February 17. They discussed their experience at the UNC vs. Duke game early in February, including the dramatic winning shot, the double court-storm, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Commissioner Karen Howard

Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, February 17, discussing county news and events. She discussed the county commissioners’ recent decision to place a moratorium on the construction of data centers in Chatham County. She also talked about the most recent meeting of the county commissioners, which saw the board giving the go ahead to the creation of a new park near Moncure, and more.

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Hillsborough: Commissioners Meeting, Federal Funding, Upcoming Events

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, February 17, discussing town news and events. He previewed upcoming meetings of the board of commissioners. He also discussed a large federal grant to help fund a water infrastructure project, looked to some upcoming events, and more.

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The Evening News: Flock Cameras in Pittsboro, Early Voting, High Speed Chase

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear from Pittsboro where several residents recently spoke out against the use of Flock surveillance cameras. We also check on early voting totals, update some weekend crime stories, and more. In sports, UNC gets a win in men’s basketball in spite of two stars not playing. The women’s team takes a tough loss at Duke, and more.

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UNC vs. Duke in Women’s Basketball, Politics in the Olympics, and More – Stroman on Sports (Feb. 16, 2026)

97.9 The Hill’s Deborah Stroman and Andrew Stuckey discuss this past weekend’s UNC vs. Duke women’s basketball game. She talked about how the Tar Heels were able to find offense in a series that has put points at a premium. She also talked about how the team is operating with a focus on the post, particularly as Reniya Kelly has missed the most recent games with an injury. She also discussed the presence of politics in the Olympics, and more.

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On Air Today: Real Estate Broker Desiree Goldman of BOLD Real Estate

Real Estate Broker Desiree Goldman of BOLD Real Estate spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, February 16. She discussed the recent development of several builders bringing condominium and townhome properties for sale in the Chapel Hill – Carrboro Market. She discussed the conditions that led this type of property being unavailable for so long, why it is becoming available now, and more.

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Conversation We Need to Have: Orange County Chief Civil Rights Officer Paul Slack

Orange County Chief Civil Rights Officer Paul Slack spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, February 16. He discussed his connection to Minneapolis and recent events that have played out with protesters and federal agents there. He also talked about ADA work his office has been completing for the town’s website, and some other recent programs that have come through the Office of Civil rights, and more.

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Celebrating Culture, Free Speech Amid Criticism of Super Bowl Halftime and Olympics — Stroman On Sports (Feb. 13, 2026)

Deborah Stroman discusses the controversy around political statements and cultural highlights made at both the Olympics and Super Bowl.

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On Air Today: Chatham County Public Health’s Tia Brown and Evi Bonilla

Youth Health and Tobacco Initiatives Lead Tia Brown and Chatham County Public Health Department Breast & Cervical Cancer Control Program Navigator Evi Bonilla spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, February 12. They discussed the launch of free, at home STI testing kits available from the county in a new pilot program, and more.

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Chapel Hill: LUMO Update, Federal Funding for Projects, Financial Report

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, February 12, discussing town news and events. She recapped the recent town council meeting, which included a presentation on the town’s financial report, and an update in the Land Use Management Ordinance rewrite. She outlined some recent federal funding secured for some major projects for the town, and more.

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