Positively Mebane: Circulators and Cupid Shuffles
This month, Kelly discusses the upcoming “Cupid Shuffle” on February 13 and a proposed fare-free transit circulator in Mebane.
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On Air Today: Smita and BJ Patel from The Rookery and Eryk Pruitt from Yonder
Visit Hillsborough presents BJ and Smita Patel , co-owners of Nomad and The Rookery and Eryk Pruitt, co-owner of Yonder Southern Cocktails and Brew speaking with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, February 11. They discussed the vibe and upcoming events at The Rookery and Yonder, provided some suggestions for a Valentine’s night out in Historic Hillsborough, and more.
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Our Town: The Story of Ted Voorhees, Chapel Hill Town Manager
“You know, when you’re looking to make the world a better place, local government is where it’s at.”
The Town of Chapel Hill in collaboration with 97.9 The Hill WCHL & Chapelboro.com present “Our Town: Stories of Chapel Hill.” Each month you’ll hear from the people at the heart of your local government who are learning, serving, and working together to build a community where people thrive. This month, Ted Voorhees reflects on his first six months serving as town manager; and tells the story of why he chose to come to Chapel Hill.
Read MoreOn Air Today: ‘Boys Will Be Men’ at the Ackland Art Museum
The Ackland Art Museum has an exciting new photography exhibition on display: “Bill Bamberger: Boys Will Be Men.”
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Read MoreOn Air Today: Wake Radiology, Now in Timberlyne
Aaron chats with Brent Townsend of Wake Radiology, which has 13 locations in the Triangle – including a new one in Chapel Hill.
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Read MoreOn Air Today: Sam Brownfield of Rocky River Hemp
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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Chapel Hill’s Weavers Grove Welcomes First Residents, Offering a Vision of Inclusive Homeownership
Weavers Grove, the long-anticipated mixed-income community spearheaded by Habitat for Humanity of Orange County, is officially coming to life in Chapel Hill.
Read MoreOn Air Today: Nora Anaya from Ta’Contento
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
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
Welcome to Bridging the Gap, presented by Orange Partnership and airing on 97.9 The Hill and...
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