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News on The Hill with Andrew Stuckey

On Air Today: David Glenn of the North Carolina Sports Network

North Carolina Sports Network’s David Glenn spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, September 5. He discussed UNC football’s brutal Monday night loss to TCU, and previewed this weekend’s upcoming matchup on the road at Charlotte. He discussed the biggest areas of concern, where to look for improvement against Charlotte, and more.

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The 5:00 News – The Return of Med Deli, Displaced Residents, Solid Waste Closure

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, Chapel Hill staple Mediterranean Deli is set to reopen early next week. We also hear more on funding for residents displaced by July’s flooding. We learn of a brief midday closure coming Friday for Orange County Solid Waste sites, and more. In sorts, UNC Football Head Coach Bill Belichick addresses several areas of needed improvement. The women’s soccer team welcomes and undefeated Alabama team, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Sustainable AI Initiative

UNC Student Joseph Shores spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, September 4. He discussed a recently launched initiative to promote sustainable AI, including an AI chat platform that uses energy-efficient models to reduce emissions, energy consumption, and energy usage.

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Chapel Hill: Gameday Experience, Affordable Housing Tax Credits, Sustainability Showdown

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, September 4, discussing town news and events. She talked about the pre-game experience in Chapel Hill for this season’s opening game for UNC Football. She also discussed a new development on Homestead Road that was awarded tax credits for building affordable senior housing. She previewed a Sustainability Showdown competition between Chapel Hill and other municipalities, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Former Pittsboro Mayor Randy Voller

Former Pittsboro Mayor and host of “On The Porch” on 97.9 The Hill Randy Voller spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, September 3. He discussed real estate trends in Chatham and Orange Counties over the last few months. He also talked about some news and developments in Pittsboro and Chatham County, and more.

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The 5:00 News – Occaneechi Replica Village Update, Campus Art Controversy, Hubert Davis

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear a story on the latest timeline for the Occaneechi Replica Village, which has been closed since being damaged during the early July flooding. We also get an update on a campus controversy around some removed art, learn more about a new crosswalk coming to MLK, and more. In sports, we hear from UNC Basketball Head Coach Hubert Davis ahead of the upcoming season, and more.

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Orange County: Thursday Commissioners Meeting, Economic Impact of Tourism

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, September 3, discussing county news and events. She previewed the upcoming Thursday meeting of the county commissioners. She also talked about tourism in Orange County after some tourism impact data was released by the Orange County Tourism Office. She also discussed upcoming county events and more.

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On Air Today: Chatham County Chamber President and CEO Rebecca Dickenson

Chatham County Chamber President and CEO Rebecca Dickenson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, September 3. She discussed a recent This Is Chatham Bus tour of the county, highlighting how the tour came to be, how it went, and what lessons were learned. She also discussed some recent economic trends for the county, several upcoming events, including a State of Chatham report, and more.

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On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill’s Victor Lewis Talks Mammoth Cave

97.9 The Hill’s Victor Lewis and Andrew Stuckey spoke on Tuesday, September 2. They discussed recent trips to Mammoth Cave National Park in Kentucky. Victor talked about how a park ranger in Colorado’s strong recommendation originally led him there, and how the cave does not disappoint. They talked about the proximity of the park, which is about a nine hour drive from Chapel Hill. They also discussed some of the nuances of the cave experience, tours offered at the cave, some of the other caves in the area, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Commissioner Karen Howard

Chair of the Chatham County Commissioners Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, September 2, discussing county news and events. She discussed the board of elections office moving to a new location, a new online information hub for the county, the upcoming 75th Annual Chatham County Fair and it’s historical significance, the county’s tax relief program as property tax bills go out, and more.

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