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On Air Today: Voice of UNC Women’s Basketball Matt Krause

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 28, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

The Voice of UNC Women’s Basketball Matt Krause spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, January 28. He talked about the UNC women’s basketball season so far, including how some of the players have developed. He talked about the type of teams UNC tends to have more success against, the nuance of the west-coast weekend road trip, and what to expect from this weekend’s opponents. He talked about what the team needs to get to the next level, and more.

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Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 28, 2025 | Chatham County Roundup

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, January 28. He discussed more details on a couple of housing developments on the East side of Pittsboro. He also discussed 50 acres of land that UNC Health owns with the long-term intent of building a hospital on the site. He talked about the upcoming small area plan for Chatham Park’s South Village, a future town park, and more.

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Hillsborough: Occaneechee Speedway, Sewer Capacity, Community Reinvestment

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 28, 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, January 28, discussing town news and events. He talked about the business of the most recent Board of Commissioners meeting, which saw a conversation around the town’s water and sewer capacity. He also discussed a report on the Community Reinvestment program. He discussed the recent acquisition of the Historic Occaneechee Speedway by Eno River State Park, 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 | Jan 27, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager Henry Taylor made his News on The Hill debut with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, January 27. He discussed his role as Social Media Manager, and what he plans to do with it in the future. He also talked about his local roots, his journey to WCHL, and more.

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Speaking of Schools: CHCCS Board Chair George Griffin

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 27, 2025 | Speaking of Schools

Chair of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Board of Education George Griffin stopped by the studio with Chief Communications Officer Andy Jenks to chat with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, January 28. They discussed snow days, makeup days, and what to expect through the rest of the winter season. Board Chair Griffin discussed the reasoning behind the 4×4 block schedule, and Andy talked about upcoming events to help families understand what will be different and how to register for courses. They also discussed other district news and events, and more.

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Carrboro: Snow Recap, South Green Development, Town Proclamations

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 24, 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, January 24, discussing town news and events. She recapped the recent snowfall in Carrboro, discussed a proposed development at South Green, explained some recent town proclamations, and more.

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The 5:00 News – Snow Clean-Up, Enforcing H.B. 10, Cogen Hearing

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 23, 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 more about the process of returning to normal schedules and travel after Tuesday night’s snowfall. We also hear from Orange County Sheriff Charles Blackwood on H.B. 10, or he ICE detention bill. We hear a story on the UNC Cogen Plant’s proposal to burn fuel pellets. In sports, the women’s basketball team prepares to face Wake Forest tonight. Several Lacrosse players earn pre-season honors, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke, Ashley Ward

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 23, 2025 | Climate Thursdays

Ashley Ward, Director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke’s Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment, and Sustainability, spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, January 23. She discussed much of her recent work in the field of heat policy. She also previewed a speaking event she has tonight at Motroco Music Hall in Durham. She also discussed some of her upcoming travel plans, the potential impact of a Trump Administration on environmental policy, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Snow Closures, “Wheels of Wellness,” Bus Rapid Transit

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 23, 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, January 23. She discussed the snow’s effect on the community over the past several days. She also talked about a large grant the town was recently awarded for a bike-education program called “Wheels of Wellness.” She also talked about funding received for the town’s proposed North South Bus Rapid Transit. She also updated other town news and events.

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Orange County: Capital Needs Funding and Oversight, Snow Response

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 22, 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 Thursday, January 22. She discussed the school bond money for the school’s capital needs, and what will happen next with that, including whether each district will hire their own project manager, or if the commissioners will hire one for both districts. She also discussed the snow and how it has impacted local events, including the commissioners’ meeting Tuesday night.

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