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On Air Today: Sam Brownfield of Rocky River Hemp

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Feb 5, 2026 | On Air Today (PM), Sponsored

Rocky River Hemp owner Sam Brownfield spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, February 5. He discussed his business origins back in 2018, and how they evolved to start creating products, including gummies, oils, salves, dog treats, serums and more. He also detailed the legality around hemp products in North Carolina and how Rocky River Hemp falls into the legal category. He discussed the advantages of their products, where consumers can find them, and more.

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Chart Your Own Path: Interdisciplinary Learning at Duke’s Graduate Liberal Studies Program

Posted by Sponsored | Feb 4, 2026 | Sponsored, Town Square

Imagine uncovering stories hidden in plain sight — the voices, places, and events that escape our view but shape our lives. That’s exactly what students in Duke University’s Graduate Liberal Studies (GLS) program are doing with projects like Hidden Histories.

On Air Today: Nora Anaya from Ta’Contento

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Feb 3, 2026 | On Air Today (PM), Sponsored

Tacantento owner Nora Anaya spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, February 3. She discussed the restaurant’s back story, from food truck to full restaurant on 15-501 just over the Chatham County Line. She also talked about a new location for Tacantento at The Plant in Pittsboro, new “grab-n-go” burrito options at UNC, and more. She also talked about a new coffee and desert van that is adding to the restaurant’s repertoire, and more.

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Giving Kids a Smile: ‘Paying It Forward’ with Piedmont Health’s Katayoun Sadri

Posted by Aaron Keck | Jan 20, 2026 | On Air Today, Paying It Forward, Sponsored

Aaron welcomes Dr. Katayoun Sadri, the lead dentist at Piedmont Health’s new dental location in Chapel Hill.

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Bridging the Gap: Celebrating National Mentorship Month

Posted by Staff | Jan 16, 2026 | Bridging the Gap, Sponsored, Town Square

Welcome to Bridging the Gap, presented by Orange Partnership and airing on 97.9 The Hill and...

Chatham County Public Health Lead Outreach with Nellie Benitez

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jan 14, 2026 | Chatham County Roundup, Sponsored

Nellie Benitez, a lead outreach worker with the Chatham County Public Health Department, spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, January 14. She discussed lead poisoning awareness and prevention. She talked about the dangers, particularly to children, common sources of lead, how to protect children, the Chatham Count Lead Prevention Program, and more.

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The Changemakers: Jordan Meier and the Launch Local Accelerator

Posted by Sponsored | Jan 12, 2026 | Sponsored, The Changemakers, Town Square

“The Changemakers” is a monthly interview on 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com presented by LAUNCH Chapel Hill, a startup accelerator and local community of entrepreneurs and innovators! Listen below for this month’s conversation with Jordan Meier, a graduate student facilitator for the Launch Local Accelerator!

On Air Today: The 2026 Carrboro Film Fest!

Posted by Aaron Keck | Jan 9, 2026 | On Air Today, Sponsored

Get ready for the 20th Carrboro Film Fest! Aaron welcomes the festival director and the director of this year’s opening film, “Leads.”

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Positively Mebane: A New Comprehensive Plan, Mebane 2045

Posted by Aaron Keck | Jan 8, 2026 | On Air Today, Positively Mebane

The Mebane City Council recently approved a new 20-year comprehensive plan, “Mebane 2045,” to govern development for the next two decades.

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Antonia’s in Hillsborough: Delightful, Authentic and Close to Home

Posted by Sponsored | Dec 31, 2025 | Sponsored, Town Square

Antonia’s is an Italian-inspired eatery serving traditional fare using the freshest local ingredients. Over six years ago, Antonia’s established themselves as the go-to place for a cozy atmosphere to meet with friends.

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