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Chatham County Roundup: Haw River Assembly Executive Director Emily Sutton

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 7, 2026 | Chatham County Roundup

Haw River Assembly Executive Director and Keeper of the Haw Emily Sutton spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, January 7. She discussed a meeting of the state’s Environmental Management Commission, which is making decisions on how the state will regulate PFAS and other pollutants. She also talked about the recently released “State of the Haw” report and an upcoming community meeting unpacking some of that data, and more.

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On Air Today: Tabitha Meeks on 97.9 The Hill’s Song of the Year

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 6, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Nashville recording artist Tabitha Meeks spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey, discussing her song “Girl of the Hour,” which earned the top spot on the Top 97 of 2025. She talked about the song’s origin, the impact it has had on listeners, and how it helped shape her 2025. She also discussed the holiday season and it’s importance on her career, what she’s looking forward to in 2026, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Commissioner Karen Howard

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 6, 2026 | Chatham County Roundup

Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, January 6, discussing county news and events. She checked in after day one of the commissioners three-day budget retreat, sharing some procedural discussions for this iteration of the board. She also detailed some of the specific budget conversations, previewed the next couple of days discussions, and more.

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Hillsborough: Sewer Pump Station, BRIC Funding, New Year

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 6, 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, January 6, discussing town news and events. He talked about the town’s sewer pump station near the Eno River coming fully back online for the first time since Tropical Depression Chantal. He also talked about the process of getting the BRIC funding to have that pump station moved. He looked ahead to the new year for the town, and more.

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On Air Today: North Carolina Sports Network’s David Glenn on ACC Basketball and Football

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 5, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

David Glenn of the North Carolina Sports Network spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, January 5. He discussed the most recent games for UNC Men’s basketball as they start ACC play. He also talked about the football transfer portal, with the transfer period shortened compared to last year, how UNC is positioned as the portal period continues, and more.

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Speaking of Schools: Orange County School’s Superintendent Danielle Jones and Board Chair Will Atherton

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 5, 2026 | Speaking of Schools

Orange County School’s Superintendent Danielle Jones and Board Member Will Atherton spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, January 5. They discussed takeaways from the first half of the school year, what they are looking forward to in 2026, and more. They also discussed highlights from the district’s 2025 state accountability results and more.

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

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 5, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager Henry Taylor spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, January 5. They discussed New Year’s activities and plans for 2026. They discussed the latest on Chapelboro social media, including end of year music countdowns, top stories of 2025, and more.

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On Air Today: Mama Dip’s New Year’s Meal Tradition Returns at Tonya’s

Posted by Staff | Dec 31, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

Tonya Council of Tonya’s Cookies and Cafe is bringing back a Mama Dip’s tradition with a New Years Day Feast, which will be available January 1, New Year’s Day, at the Cafe on S. Elliot Road in Chapel Hill and also available for takeout and pre-order. Tonya spoke with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell about bringing this tradition back to Chapel Hill.

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On Air Today: Tonya Council of Tonya’s Cookies and Cafe

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Dec 22, 2025 | On Air Today (PM), Sponsored

Tonya Council of Tonya’s Cookies and Cafe spoke with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Monday, December 22. They discussed Tonya’s Holiday Meal’s available for pickup, which can be pre-ordered this week, and they discussed Tonya bringing back a Mama Dip’s tradition with a New Years Day Feast, which will be available January 1, New Year’s Day, at the Cafe on S. Elliot Road in Chapel Hill.

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

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Dec 22, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

Chapelboro.com and 97.9 The Hill Sports Reporter Michal Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, December 22. He discussed UNC Men’s Basketball’s 70-71 win against Ohio State in the CBS Sports Classic on Saturday. He talked about takeaways from that game, the non-conference portion of the season so far, and what to look for in tonight’s matchup against ECU. He also discussed the latest on UNC football including the hiring of polarizing offensive coordinator Bobby Petrino, and more.

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