97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. In this edition of the news, we learn about temporary visitor age restrictions being lifted at UNC Hospitals. We also hear about the latest in the redevelopment of University Place, we hear from UNC Interim Chancellor Lee Roberts on Artificial Intelligence, and more. In sports, the UNC women’s basketball team advanced in the NCAA tournament, we preview the men’s team’s matchup against Michigan State on Saturday, check in with the rest of UNC sports, and more.

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