Another year is in the books, and it was another great one for folks who love music. A couple of trends emerged this year as we counted down our top 97 songs of 2025. One of those trends is the continued emergence of “retro pop” highlighted by Tabitha Meeks and Tyler Ballgame both placing two songs high on the list.
97.9 The Hill WCHL was named as The North Carolina Association of Broadcasters’ 2025 Non-Metro Station of the year, making this year the ninth consecutive time 97.9 The Hill has been honored with the award.
A dispute between neighbors over one person attracting vultures to his property developed into a broader discussion in Orange County about wildlife ordinances and enforcement.
In 2025, Carrboro and its local government won an All-America City award from the National Civic League. Carrboro was specifically recognized for “intentional steps to build a welcoming, sustainable, and diverse community” with special attention paid to restoring watersheds, prioritizing greener neighborhoods and hosting community events