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Chatham County Roundup: Karen Howard Talks Snow, Funding School Capital Needs, Parker’s Ridge Park

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 22, 2025 | Chatham County Roundup

Chair of the Chatham County Commissioners Karen Howard Spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, January 22. She talked about the snow in Chatham County, which cut the Board of Commissioners meeting short on Tuesday night. She talked about the work that did happen at that meeting, including allocating ARPA funds for some school capital projects, and the development of Parker’s Ridge Park near Moncure. She discussed other county news and events and more.

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Speaking of Schools: Orange County Schools Executive Director of Elementary Education Ambra Wilson

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 21, 2025 | Speaking of Schools

ange County Schools Executive Director of Elementary Education Ambra Wilson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, January 21. She discussed an upcoming event called “Ready, Set, Kindergarten” that will be at the Orange County Sportsplex on Thursday, January 23. She discussed the motivation for the event, the logistics, what people can expect when they go, and more.

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Hillsborough: Vultures, Snow, Housing

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 21, 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 21, discussing town news and events. He expanded on the recent issue with vultures congregating near Queen Street, including further feedback from the community and the potential timeline for the town to take action. He also previewed the upcoming meeting of the Hillsborough Town Board of Commissioners, where they will discuss residential zoning and the importance of maintaining a zoning balance, and more.

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Stroman On Sports: The College Football Championship

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 17, 2025 | Stroman On Sports

Sports businesswomen, UVA professor, UNC faculty member, and host of “If You Only Knew,” Dr. Deborah Stroman spoke with 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, January 17. They discussed the College Football National Championship Game, pitting Ohio State against Notre Dame. They talked about the process to get to the national championship game. The also talked about the business and spectacle of big-time sporting events, and more.

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Carrboro: Pedestrian Plaza Downtown, Drakeford Library Open Date, Winter Weather

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 17, 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 17, discussing town news and events. She discussed the Town Council’s recent consideration of East Weaver Street downtown becoming a pedestrian and bike only plaza. She talked about the council’s commitment to the idea and the challenges that lie ahead in finding out if it can be a reality. She talked about the official open date set for the Drakeford Library Complex, Carrboro’s winter weather response, and more.

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Climate Thursday: Inside Climate News Reporter Lisa Sorg

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 17, 2025 | Climate Thursdays

Inside Climate News North Carolina Reporter Lisa Sorg spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, January 16. She discussed her latest article, which looked at UNC-Chapel Hill’s proposal to begin burning fuel pellets at their Cogen plant on Cameron Avenue. She discussed the trade-offs that switch would facilitate, and the lack of information about health risks to the community. She talked about community response to the plan, and more.

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On Air Today: Chapel Hill Poet Laureate Donovan Livingston

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 16, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

Chapel Hill Poet Laureate Donovan Livingston spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, January 17. He discussed his journey to and from Chapel Hill (and back again). He also talked about his identity as a poet, educator, and public speaker. He discussed the role of Poet Laureate, what he plans to do during his two-year term, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Snow, Development Updates, DEQ Hearing

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 16, 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 16, discussing town news and events. She talked about her experience with last week’s snow and preparing for the potential of more snow next week. She also got detailed about a development proposal south on 15-501, as well as a five to six story mixed use residential building on South Elliot. She mentioned the town’s new Poet Laureate Donovan Livingston, tonight’s DEQ hearing on fuel pellets, and more.

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Orange County: Board Retreat, Property Tax Revaluation, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 15, 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, January 15. She discussed the upcoming Orange County Commissioners’ Retreat, and what they expect to address. She talked about the upcoming budget process and how her school board background informs that. She also talked about the upcoming Orange County Property Tax Revaluation, with notifications expected to be sent out in mid-March.

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On Air Today: Shane Barclay of Barclay Excavating

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 14, 2025 | On Air Today (PM)

Shane Barclay of Barclay Excavating spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, January 14. He discussed all the different services an excavator provides, talked about some of the specific jobs he has done around town, and some of the challenges the profession poses. He also discussed the company’s crest, and more.

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