97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news is a profile on UNC baseball star Mac Horvath, who has overcome an abrupt end to the 2022 campaign to put together a breakout year in 2023. We also hear about multiple Earth Day events, including Congresswoman Valerie Foushee co-sponsoring the reintroduction of the Green New Deal Resolution. Also included are an announcement from Liam Hanson from Musical Empowerment, the latest on the transfer portal, and more.
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