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On Air Today: Michael Koh Breaks Down UNC at the ACC Tipoff in Charlotte
97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, October 7. He discussed UNC at the ACC Tipoff in Charlotte. Head Coach Michael Malone was joined by players Jarin Stephenson and Neo Avadalas for media availability. Michael shared key takeaways from the Malone and the players, including why these particular players were chosen to come to the event, and more. He also discussed the quick turnaround to the first exhibition game, which will be Friday night in Greensboro.
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The Evening News: Hedgepeth Trial Update, Lower Booker Creek Trail Upgrade, Candidate Introductions
97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the evening news. Included in this edition of the news, we get an update on the Faith Hedgepeth murder trial, which concluded jury selection and had opening statements today. We hear a story on a project to increase vegetation on the Lower Booker Creek Trail. We hear a candidate introduction from Orange County Commissioner Candidate Beth Bronson, and more. In sports, UNC Men’s Basketball takes the spotlight at the ACC Tipoff event in Charlotte, and more.
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Orange County: Consultants Findings on County Tax Revaluation, What Happens Next
Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jean Hamilton spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, October 7. She discussed the finding’s of a consultant’s analysis of the count’s most recent property revaluation. She talked about findings that weren’t best practice, some of the moves going forward to ensure equity in future revaluation, and more.
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Holding Court: Carolina’s Shipp Comes In
UNC wideout Jordan Shipp may be the best player at any in-state college program who also is a product of North Carolina’s high school ranks.
Weekend Around The Hill: October 8 – 11
Check out the events happening around our community this weekend. You can view the full Chapelboro Local Events Calendar here. To submit your own event, click here. Eric Somner live at Galloway's (free) Thursday, October 8 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Enjoy some live music...
Breaking Down Michael Malone’s Challenge to Jarin Stevenson, UNC’s Gentle Giant
Earlier in the offseason, a fellow reporter and I were discussing Tar Heel senior forward Jarin Stevenson. As the team's only returning starter and one of the only familiar faces fans can latch on to after an offseason of upheaval, he projects to be a key player for...
Obituary for Mary Elizabeth Daniel
Mary Elizabeth Daniel, who preferred to go by Mary E. or Emmie, passed away peacefully on September 15, 2026, under hospice care at home in Pittsboro, NC. She was 74 years old.
Exploring Your Creative Genius: Harvesting Potential
In this week’s show I shared examples of ‘Common Wealth’ from my new book, ‘Common Ground for US’. I shared two examples and mentioned there was a third. This is it, and probably one of my favorite stories to tell.
Carrboro High School Soccer Captain Reaches Quarterfinal Round of National Award
Carrboro High School’s men’s soccer captain Emmanuel Bastidas Noriega is in the quarterfinals round for a national Athlete of the Year award.
Trump Doesn’t Commit to Repaying Federal Funds Already Spent on Controversial Ads
Nearly $12 million worth of ads have already aired, according to AdImpact, as part of a contract with the Department of Homeland Security.
