97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sport Reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, July 23. He called in live from the trolley serving downtown Chapel Hill and Carrboro for the FC Series Soccer Friendly at Kenan Stadium later tonight. He discussed the atmosphere inside the trolley including the patrons utilizing the public transportation.

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The 5:00 News - Local Budget Priorities, Gov. Stein's Popularity, Drake Powell to NBA
The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news we hear a story on local governments weighing budget priorities during a tough cycle augmented by massive federal spending cuts. In education news, we hear of a principal hire for Seawell Elementary School, a big gift for the UNC theatre department, and a student earning an academic honor. We hear from Public Policy Polling's Tom Jenson on Governor Josh Stein's popularity, and more. In sports, Drake Powell declares for the NBA draft, the Diamond Heels host a student home run derby, and more.
Chapel Hill Cuts Ribbon, Opens Fully Inclusive Playground at Community Center Park
Chapel Hill leaders, parks and recreation staff, and families in the disability community gathered to open the new playground on Wednesday.
The Morning News: Inclusive Playground, Proposed Sports Complex, Diamond Heels on the Road
The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey fills in for Aaron Keck, presenting the morning news. In this edition of the news, we learn of a Carrboro man's arrest in Chatham County on charges of kidnapping and human trafficking involving a child. We hear about the ribbon-cutting on an inclusive playground in Chapel Hill. We hear a story on a proposed 600,000 sq. foot youth sports complex in Pittsboro, and more. In sports, the Diamond Heels hit the road for a three game series at Virginia Tech, a tar heels competes in the gymnastics national tournament, and more.
The Morning News: Carjacking Suspect Caught, Children's Museum of NC, Gymnastics Championships
The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey fills in for Aaron Keck, presenting the morning news. In this edition of the news, we learn of a juvenile suspect being apprehended in connection with two recent carjackings. We hear from Chair of the Orange County Commissioners on the advantages of the land they purchased for the county's future Crisis Diversion Facility. We also hear from Kidzu on their rebrand as the North Carolina Children's Museum. In sports, UNC gymnast Kaya Forbes competes for a national title this evening at the NCAA Championships in Ft. Worth, and more.
The Morning News: Land for Crisis Diversion Facility, New Birthing Center, Baseball Wins
The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey fills in for Aaron Keck, presenting the morning news. In this edition of the news we learn of the Orange County Commissioners going forward with the purchase of land for a crises diversion facility. We hear a story on a recently opened birthing center in Chapel Hill, and more. In sports, the Diamond Heels get a big win as Scott Forbes says they are learning to do the things that will be important in the post season. Softball gets a win, a football player enters the transfer portal, and more.
Continuing the Legacy: A New Birth Center Opens in Chapel Hill, Honoring Its Predecessor
A new birth center recently opened its doors to the Triangle community, offering an alternative to hospital births.
The Morning News: Inclusive Playground, Local Government Meetings, Practice Like a Pro
The Hill's Andrew Stuckey fills in for Aaron Keck, presenting the morning news. Included in this edition of the news, we check the local government meeting schedule, which includes the Carrboro Town Council and Orange County Board of Commissioners each meeting tonight. We hear from Chapel Hill Mayor Pro Tem Amy Ryan on an inclusive playground dedication happening tomorrow at Community Center Park. In state news, Senate Republicans reveal their budget priorities. In sports, Michael Koh shares his takeaways from this past weekend's "Practice Like a Pro" event for the football team, and more.
The 5:00 News: New Apartment Community Planned for S. Elliot, Mebane Social District
The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news we hear about a new development approved by the Chapel Hill Town Council on South Elliot Road. We hear from Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee on recent bills put forward in the North Carolina General Assembly. We hear about what comes next for Mebane's social district now that it's one year pilot period is almost up, and more. In sports, the Diamond Heels had a huge weekend, sweeping Wake Forrest and moving up to #12 in the national rankings. We also hear results from lacrosse, tennis, golf, and more.
On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager Henry Taylor
The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager Henry Taylor spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Monday, April 14. He discussed weekend activities, his choice for the segment's theme song, and more. He also talked about a recent video the social media team made as part of our T-Shirt Design Contest, and more.
Chapel Hill Council Approves 300+ New Apartments, Retail Space on S. Elliott Road
The Chapel Hill Town Council approved a conditional zoning request for 200 South Elliott Road, paving the way for a new apartment community.
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