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Climate Thursday: Manley Fuller on ‘Water of the United States’ Changes and Wetlands Protections

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Apr 3, 2025 | Climate Thursdays

Manley Fuller, the vice president of conversation policy for the North Carolina Wildlife Federation, speaks with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Thursday, April 3.

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Chapel Hill: Amy Ryan on Town Budget Discussions, New Playground Equipment, and A E-Bike Library

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Apr 3, 2025 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Pro Temp Amy Ryan joins 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell in studio on Thursday, April 3.

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The 5:00 News – Chatham vs. Summit, Transfer Portal, Diamond Heels No-Hitter

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 2, 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 of Chatham County’s response to a lawsuit alleging they denied a church’s rezoning request for religious reasons. We hear a Carolina Connection story on the impact of a proposed TikTok ban. We hear from House Minority Leader Robert Reives on the current work of the General Assembly, and more. In sports, the Diamond Heels throw a no-hitter, the men’s basketball team makes an add from the transfer portal, and more.

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Orange County: Transportation Priorities, Capital Improvement 10 Year Plan

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 2, 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, April 2, discussing county news and events. She discussed the recent meeting of the county board of commissioners, which included decisions about transportation priorities for the county, a presentation on the county’s 10-year Capital Improvement Plan, and more.

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On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill’s Aubrey Williams and Jada Jarillo Talk T-Shirt Design Contest

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 2, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

97.9 The Hill Station Manager Aubrey Williams and Marketing and Operations Manager Jada Jarillo joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, April 2. They discussed the Third Annual 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com T-Shirt Design Contest presented by The ArtsCenter. Aubrey shared her inspiration for the T-shirt design contest, and everyone shared their favorite designs from past contests. They also discussed the May 11 deadline, the $979 prize money, and more.

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On Air Today: UNC Science Expo at Morehead Planetarium This Weekend

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 1, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

Morehead Planetarium Community Engagement Specialist Will Freund spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 1. He discussed the upcoming UNC Science Expo, running from 11am-4pm Saturday, April 5. The UNC Science Expo is a signature event of the North Carolina Science Festival. Learn more about one of the biggest science celebrations in our state at Moreheadplanetarium.org. He discussed the planning of the event, what visitors can expect, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Budget Retreat, No Expected Tax Increase, ClydeFest

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 1, 2025 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 1, discussing town news and events. He discussed a recent budget budget retreat for the town board, and shared that a tax rate increase is unlikely this year. He also discussed some long-term spending projects factoring into the town’s budget, and more. He discussed the upcoming ribbon-cutting for a refurbished Clyde Jones mural, the upcoming ClydeFest at the Ag & Conference Center on April 13, and more.

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Hillsborough: Climate Challenge Continues, 250th Celebration, Water Infrastructure

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Apr 1, 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, April 1. He discussed the ongoing Hillsborough Climate Challenge which continues through Earth Day on April 22. He discussed upcoming events in the Climate Challenge, and the broader intent of the program. He also updated a pump station replacement project, discussed the timeline for the town’s participation in the America 250 Celebration coming up next year, and more.

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On Air Today: Michael Koh’s Sports Weekend

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Mar 31, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com sports reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, March 31. He discussed the weekend in sports, which included the concluding game for UNC women’s basketball, as they lost to Duke in the sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament. He also talked about the UNC baseball season as ACC play continues, and the women’s Lacrosse team, who is currently ranked second in the nation. He also talked about other weekend 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 | Mar 31, 2025 | 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, March 31. He discussed the latest on chapelboro social media, including a Severance-themed video featuring Aaron Keck that is set to post on Instagram soon. They discussed the the show Severance (no spoilers!), weekend activities, how to follow 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com on social media (@wchlchapelboro), and much more.

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