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Chatham County Roundup: Chair of the County Commissioners Karen Howard on Budget and More

Posted by | May 20, 2025 |

Chair of the Chatham County Commissioners Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 20, discussing county news and events. She discussed the County Manager Bryan Thompson’s proposed budget for the next year. That discussion includes the adjusted tax rate, schools funding, funding of non-profit organizations in the community, and more. She also discussed other feedback received from the community, upcoming events, and more.

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Hillsborough: Budget Highlights and Timeline, Remembering Horace Johnson

Posted by | May 20, 2025 | ,

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 20, discussing town news and events. He discussed Town Manager Eric Peterson’s budget proposal for the next fiscal year, which the board received in the middle of last week. He discussed the key takeaways, including a tax hike, and talked about the timeline for a vote.  He also remembered former Mayor Horace Johnson, who was the town’s first Black mayor, and served for decades in local government, and more.

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The 5:00 News – Pedestrian Fatality in Pittsboro, Human Remains Discovered in Orange County

Posted by | May 19, 2025 |

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn of a pedestrian struck and killed by a vehicle in Pittsboro; a dog walker in Orange County discovers human remains; Orange High School’s Principal wins a statewide honor; we check the local government meeting schedule; Carolina Connection chimes in on the job market for grads, and more. In sports, the Diamond Heels close the regular season with a big series win; The Women’s Tennis team falls in the final four; the Women’s Lacrosse team gears up for the final four, and more.

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On Air Today: Michael Koh Looks at the Week in Sports

Posted by | May 19, 2025 |

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, May 19. They discussed the weekend in sports action, including a massive series win for the Diamond Heels on the road at Florida State. They also talked about the Women’s Lacrosse Team’s trip to the final four in Boston this weekend. They discussed a tough end to the women’s tennis season in spite of a trip to the final four. They also looked ahead at the week’s upcoming highlights, and more.

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Carrboro: Freight Train Blues Begins, Different Takes on Downtown Area Plan, and ‘Move With The Mayor’

Posted by | May 16, 2025 | ,

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee joins 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell over the phone on Friday, May 16.

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On Air Today: Jesus Avendano of Gonzalez Painters and Contractors and Ellen Shannon of Triangle Media Partners

Posted by | May 16, 2025 |

Gonzalez Painters and Contractors Integrator Jesus Avendano and Past President of Triangle Media Partners Ellen Shannon spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 17.  They discussed Triangle Media Partners 2025 Women of Achievement. They talked about the history of the event, this year’s event, why it is important for Gonzalez Painters and Contractors to support the 2025 Women of Achievement, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Inside Climate News Reporter for North Carolina, Lisa Sorg

Posted by | May 15, 2025 |

Inside Climate News North Carolina Reporter Lisa Sorg spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 15. She discussed the recent decision by the EPA to roll back previously updated recommendations on so-called “forever chemicals.” She also discussed her recent reporting for Inside Climate News, which includes an emboldened NC General Assembly looking to cut environmental justice and clean energy jobs programs. She also discussed other recent reporting and more.

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