Non Profit Showcase
Hometown Hero: Godi Godar
This week’s Hometown Hero, presented by Hendrick Southpoint, is Godi Godar! Godar is the founder of Go Conscious Earth, a local organization with a global impact working to support climate stability. Originally born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Godar now resides in Durham.
On Air Today: The Future of Union Grove Farm
Greg Bohlen of Union Grove Farm (formerly Maple View Farms) discusses his vision for the space, including a vineyard, distillery, and more.
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The Morning News: Japan’s First Spouse, Greene Tract, UNC Baseball Win Streak
In today’s news: Japan’s first spouse visits Chapel Hill High School, and UNC baseball breaks a 43-year-old record.
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Local Government Meetings: April 15-19, 2024
This week features ongoing budget talks for the Chapel Hill and Carrboro Town Councils, Chatham County Commissioners, and the CHCCS board.
UNC Baseball Sweeps Notre Dame, Sets Home Winning Streak Record
The Diamond Heels swept Notre Dame in a three-game series at Boshamer Stadium during the weekend, and in the process set a program record with their 27th straight home win. Carolina's 23 consecutive home wins to open the 2024 season is also a program record. "I feel...
On The Porch: A Conversation with State Senator Graig Meyer, Part 1
Sen. Graig Meyer served in the NC State House of Representatives from 2013 to 2022. In 2023 he became the State Senator for Orange, Person, and Caswell Counties. Meyer approaches his public service through the desire to connect people to the resources they need. His priorities include ensuring every child receives a good education, families have access to good jobs and health care, addressing the climate crisis, and ensuring everyone their full rights to justice and representation.
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New School of Social Work Vice Dean Discusses Return to UNC
Robert Hawkins, the new vice dean for the UNC School of Social Work, joined 97.9 The Hill to talk the school and his vision for social work.
UNC Lacrosse: Women Win Road Finale, Men Drop 4th Straight Game
Both UNC lacrosse teams were in action on Saturday, with the women's team going on the road to beat Pittsburgh 16-9 and the men's team dropping a home contest with No. 7 Syracuse, 10-9. On the women's side, the Tar Heels used an 8-1 run from the late first quarter...
North Carolina Welcomes a Historic Visitor in Japan’s Prime Minister Kishida
Written by MAKIYA SEMINERA Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida cemented economic links and cultural amity with North Carolina on Friday, following up time in Washington during his official U.S. visit by checking up on benchmark Japanese companies building in the...