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News on The Hill with Andrew Stuckey

The 5:00 News – Football Win, Local Government, Leaf Collection

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we check the local government meeting schedule, which includes meetings today for the Chatham County Commissioners, and the Durham City Council. We learn of a new policy on leaf collection this fall from the Town of Chapel Hill, and we hear a Carolina Connection story on a September 11 memorial events at Keenan Stadium last week. In sports, UNC linebacker Makai Gbayor is named ACC Linebacker of the week, and we hear more on UNC Football’s Saturday afternoon win against Richmond, and more.

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Speaking of Schools: Chief Human Resource Officer Ashauna Harris

Chapel Hill Carrboro City Schools Chief Human Resources Officer Dr. Ashauna Harris spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, September 15. She discussed the district starting the year a 98 percent staffing, with the bulk of the open positions being Teaching Assistant positions. She talked about which community members qualify for those roles and who might be a good fit. She discussed teacher recruitment and retention practices, and what the next portion of the school year looks like for district Human Resources. Find more on open positions at CHCCS here.

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Carrboro: Remembering Hilliard Caldwell, Council Meetings Resume, CARE Team in Carrboro

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, September 12, discussing town news and events. She discussed the passing of local Civil Rights leader and former Carrboro Alderman Hilliard Caldwell, who died last week at the age of 88. She discussed his legacy and importance in the community. She also discussed the expansion of the CARE (Crisis Assistance, Response, & Engagement) Team to Carrboro, and what that means for the community going forward. She previewed next week’s town council meeting, and more.

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On Air Today: Inside Carolina’s Joey Powell

Inside Carolina Live Host Joey Powell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, September 12. He previewed this weekend’s home matchup against the Richmond Spiders, highlighting what areas he’s looking for improvement from week 2 to week 3. He also talked about the challenges quarterback Gio Lopez faces playing behind an injured offensive line. He also discussed potential areas of concern for the football team going forward, depending on their performance Saturday. He previewed Inside Carolina Live’s lineup for the pregame show on Saturday, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Town Council Update, Chantal Updates, Honoring First Responders

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, September 11, discussing town news and events. She gave updates on the major items from this week’s town council meeting, including a mixed use development project on MLK Blvd, updates on the affordable housing plan and Chantal recovery. She discussed a change to the way the town will be collecting leaves from residents this fall, some upcoming closures to Parks and Rec facilities, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, September 9, discussing town news and events. He discussed the most recent meeting of the Pittsboro Board of Commissioners, which included a staff update on the Small Area Plan for Chatham Park’s South Village. He also discussed the results of a feasibility study for the new Town Hall, gave a local business update, previewed a ribbon cutting for the new skate park, and more.

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Hillsborough: Affordable Housing, Parking Study, NARCAN Training

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, September 9, discussing town news and events. He talked about the approval a housing development that will provide “naturally occurring affordable housing” in town. He also shared some preliminary results from a downtown parking study, shared details of a NARCAN training at the recent board of commissioners meeting, and more.

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On Air Today: Brighton McConnell and Michael Koh on the Carolina Football Hour on Franklin

97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell and Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, September 5.  They discussed the fallout from UNC big opening night loss against TCU Monday night, previewed this weekend’s game against Charlotte, and discussed what to expect on the second edition of the Carolina Football Hour on Franklin, which is coming up on Monday. They encouraged fans to leave a message for the show at 919-240-6000.

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Carrboro: Safe Routes To School, Bike Detection System, New Business

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, September 5, discussing town news and events. She discussed the town’s Safe Route to School Action Plan, which is getting more attention with the start of school. She discussed a new bike detection system to provide more safety for bicycles at some key intersections around town. She also discussed the opening of the new bakery Even Dough, and the other businesses along that portion of Weaver Street. She also previewed some upcoming events at the end of the month and more.

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