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The Evening News: Poet Laureate Applications, School Bus Assignments, College Basketball

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 10, 2026 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the evening news. Included in this edition of the news we hear a story on the open application for Chapel Hill Poet Laureate. We also hear more on the CHCCS School Bus assignment saga to start the school year. A missing person is located injured near the Haw River just outside of Pittsboro, and more. In sports, we hear from UNC head basketball coach Michael Malone, update results from fall sports, and more.

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On Air Today: UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media Professor Daniel Kreiss

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 10, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media Professor Daniel Kreiss spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, September 10. He shared his experience on September 11, 2001 living in Brooklyn, specifically outlining the way people consumed media at the time. He talked about how the tragic event fostered a sense of community in a way that would be less likely in the current media landscape. He also talked about the advantages of having more information available, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Keeper of the Haw Emily Sutton

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 10, 2026 | Climate Thursdays

Keeper of the Haw and Executive Director of the Haw River Assembly Emily Sutton spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, September 10. She discussed recent work of the Haw River Assembly, including the upcoming State of the Haw Report, learning opportunities for 4th graders, and more.

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Chapel Hill: LUMO, Football Home Opener, Shaq

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 10, 2026 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey in studio on Thursday, September 10, discussing town news and events. She discussed the upcoming football home opener, which features a pre game concert by Shaquille O’Neil (as DJ Diesel) on campus at 10 a.m. on Saturday. She also talked about the town council’s return to regular meetings, with Wednesday night’s work session focused on specific aspects of the LUMO document, and more.

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Orange County: Preview of Work Session, Retreat, and Business Meeting

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 9, 2026 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chair of the Orange County Commissioner Jean Hamilton spoke with 97.9 The hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, September 9, discussing county news and events. She previewed several upcoming gatherings of the Orange County Commissioners over the next week, which includes a Thursday work session, a Monday retreat and a regular Tuesday meeting. She also previewed upcoming events and more.

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On Air Today: Science Education Specialist Amy Sayle

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 9, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Science Education Specialist Amy Sayle spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, September 9. She discussed her background in science, here interest in the stars, transitioning from her role at the Morehead Planetarium. She also outlined key celestial events and viewing opportunities during the next month, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp on PBO Businesses, Upcoming Board Meeting

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 8, 2026 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, September 8, discussing town news and events. He discussed local businesses in Pittsboro, with some turnover at a prominent downtown location and the recent purchase of Chatham Mills. He also previewed next week’s Pittsboro Board of Commissioners meeting, and more.

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Hillsborough: Dual Supply and Downtown Businesses, Board Meeting Preview, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 8, 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, September 8. He discussed the closure of a longtime downtown business and the general state of local businesses in the downtown area. He also previewed next week’s meeting of the Hillsborough Board of Commissioners, as they begin their regular fall meeting schedule. He also previewed upcoming events, and more.

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Reacting to UNC Football’s Ongoing Investigation, NBA’s Punishment of Clippers – Stroman On Sports (September 4, 2026)

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Sep 4, 2026 | Stroman On Sports

97.9 The Hill’s Deborah Stroman joins News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, September 4, for their weekly chat.

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The Evening News: Michael Lombardi Out, Jamezetta Bedford Crisis Care Center, CHCCS School Board

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Sep 4, 2026 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear more on the resignation an investigation around former UNC Football General Manager Michael Lombardi. We also hear more on the Orange County Commissioners decision to name the Crisis Care Center after late board member Jamezetta Bedford. We get a recap of the CHCCS Board meeting from Thursday, and more. In sports, UNC Women’s Soccer and Volleyball both get wins, as Field Hockey looks to get on track this weekend, and more.

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