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Chapel Hill: Mexico vs. Turkiye Soccer, Budget Updates, Town Manager Search

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 5, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June 5. She discussed the upcoming Mexico vs. Turkiye soccer friendly coming to Kenan Stadium on Tuesday, June 10. She talked about the impact on downtown, parking recommendations, and more. She also discussed the Town Council’s budget meeting last night, with the budget on pace to be passed in the next couple of weeks. She updated the search for a new long-term Town Manager, with an announcement expected sometime soon. She also previewed upcoming community events including Gun Violence Awareness Day, and more.

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The 5:00 News – Carrboro Budget Passes, CORA Takes on Responsibility, Diamond Heels Shine

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 4, 2025 | The 5:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news we learn that Carrboro is the first of our local governments to adopt their budget for the upcoming fiscal year. We hear from CORA Food Pantry’s Melissa Driver Beard on their expansion and the effects of federal cuts. We hear from UNC Chancellor Lee Roberts on international student visas and more. In sports, the Diamond Heels continue to prep for their super-regional, several athletes win individual awards, and more.

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Orange County: Pride & Juneteenth, Solid Waste Plan, Budget

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 4, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, June 4, discussing county news and events. She discussed Tuesday night’s business meeting, which saw proclamations passed for Pride Month and for Juneteenth. She discussed the latest on the county’s solid waste master plan, and other business from the meeting. She also discussed the board’s intent to adopt the budget at their meeting tomorrow night, but with some amendments still to resolve, and more.

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On Air Today: T-Shirt Design Contest Winners Creighton and Callan Irons

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 4, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

97.9 The Hill T-Shirt Design Contest Winners Creighton Irons and his daughter Callan Irons spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, June 4. They discussed what motivated them to enter the contest, how they decided on the design, and what the process for making the art was like. They talked about their plans for the $979 prize money, the excitement of seeing their art on a T-shirt, and more.

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On Air Today: Project Graduation Cochairs Betty Buckley and Alyssa Depasquale

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 3, 2025 | On Air Today (PM), Sponsored

Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Project Graduation Student Co-Chairs Betty Buckley and Alyssa Depasquale joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, June 3. They discussed the upcoming Project Graduation event for graduating seniors in CHCCS. They previewed the night’s lineup of entertainment, thanked some important local sponsors, discussed why the event is important to them and the community, and more. Most importantly, they discussed the need to continue raising funds, as they still need $25,000 to reach their goal.

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Chatham County Roundup: Commissioner Karen Howard Talks Budget and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 3, 2025 | Chatham County Roundup

Chair of the Chatham Count Commissioners Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, June 3, discussing county news and events. Karen was on the phone from Medellin, Columbia, for vacation. She talked about the beauty of the city and its waterfalls and restaurants. She discussed the latest on the county’s proposed budget, which the commissioners expect to pass at their next meeting. She also discussed the origin of an interlocal agreement with Pittsboro which cedes some former downtown county property to the town. She talked about a recent federal sustainability grant the county received, and more.

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Hillsborough: FEMA Funding, Budget Update, Summer Banners

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jun 3, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, June 3, discussing town news and events. He discussed a recent op-ed he penned urging FEMA to reconsider funding cuts that are hurting communities across North Carolina. He also updated the budget process, with the budget for the next fiscal year expected to be passed at their next meeting. He also discussed the summer rotation of banners through downtown, with pride banners currently up in Hillsborough. He also discussed other upcoming events and more.

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Stroman On Sports: Diamond Heels, Paying College Athletes, NBA Playoffs

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 30, 2025 | Stroman On Sports

Dr. Deborah Stroman spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, May 30th. She discussed the Diamond Heels win in their first NCAA Tournament game earlier in the day, which was a 4-0 win over Holy Cross. She discussed the Heels chances of getting to Omaha, the program’s legacy, and more. She also discussed implications of the House settlement for Olympic sports at the college level. She concluded by discussing the final two rounds of the NBA Playoffs, wondering if anyone can beat the Thunder, and more.

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Carrboro: 4th Amendment Proclamation, Honorary Strayhorn Drive, Weekend Events

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 30, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, May 30, discussing town news and events. She talked about the town council’s decision to pass a proclamation declaring themselves a 4th Amendment workplace, citing the constitutional guarantee against unreasonable search and seizure. She also discussed the honorary designation of Strayhorn Drive to recognize one of Carrboro’s original black families. She also previewed upcoming weekend events and more.

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Chapel Hill: LUMO, Historic Town Hall, Natural Areas Model

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | May 29, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 29, discussing town news and events. She discussed the latest on the town’s Land Use Management Ordinance rewrite. She also discussed a new tool for identifying natural areas in the community. She talked about the Cupola coming down from Historic Town Hall for safety reasons, and more.

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