Chapel Hill Tire and 97.9 The Hill WCHL, both founded in Chapel Hill circa 1953, have been pillars of the Triangle community for seven decades. To celebrate their 70th anniversary, both Chapel Hill Tire and 97.9 The Hill WCHL —with the support of The Chapel Hill Downtown Partnership — want to show their appreciation to the community for 70 years of patronage and support by bringing the community together for an unforgettable birthday celebration.
The “Tires & Tunes: 70th Birthday Bash! A Chapel Hill Celebration at Midway” will occur from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Aug 26 on and around North Graham Street, just north of the intersection with W. Franklin Street. It will feature live performances by two acclaimed and popular local artists, Jesse Fox & The Shoaldiggers, as well as the Midway Market, show cars on display, and car washes offered by Chapel Hill Tire at their 502 W. Franklin Street location.
There will be food and beverages offered for sale by many local establishments including Al’s Burger Shack, IP3, The Baxter, Lapin Bleu, Beer Study and Local 506. Many local businesses on N. Graham and W. Franklin will be open for business and offer in-store activities and special sales.
Event attendees can join the bands in singing “Happy Birthday” at 4 p.m. with Town of Chapel Hill officials, past and current radio personalities, Marc Pons, Aaron Keck, and many others.
“Chapel Hill Tire is grateful to have served Chapel Hill and the Triangle for 70 years,” says Marc Pons, president of Chapel Hill Tire. “We are thrilled to share this milestone with our friends at 97.9 The Hill WCHL. Join us as we toast to the past, celebrate the present, and embrace the future on this momentous occasion. We extend our warmest invitation to the entire community, as we come together to cherish memories, create new ones, and reinforce the enduring spirit of Chapel Hill.”
“97.9 The Hill WCHL is so proud of our radio station’s legacy,” adds Aubrey Williams, general manager of Chapel Hill Media Group.Our mission is to continue to serve our community with vital news and information every single day. We were thrilled to learn that one of our great partners, Chapel Hill Tire, was also founded here in Chapel Hill in 1953. We are so excited to celebrate our 70th anniversary with them in a way that will also help support the many downtown businesses in our community. We hope everyone will join us for this milestone celebration!”
It is recommended that attendees use ParkOnTheHill.com for parking guidance. All are encouraged to come out and celebrate these two iconic Chapel Hill businesses and support some of the great local businesses in downtown Chapel Hill.
About Chapel Hill Tire
First opened in 1953, Chapel Hill Tire provides comprehensive car care services for all makes and models, with a specialty in hybrid vehicles. Its tire inventory includes all major brands, and it offers the lowest price on new tires through its Price Beat Guarantee. The company operates eleven stores in the Triangle area, and offers free pick up and delivery service at all locations. The company welcomes new customers via online appointment scheduling at chapelhilltire.com.
About 97.9 The Hill WCHL
Locally owned and operated by the Chapel Hill Media Group, along with Chapelboro.com, 97.9 The Hill WCHL, recipient of the North Carolina Association of Broadcasters Non-Metro Station of the Year award 6 times in the last 7 years, is the only commercial radio station exclusively focused on the Greater Chapel Hill Community. Founded in 1953, as WCHL, Where Chapel Hill Listens, 97.9 The Hill WCHL reaches and connects with the community through a unique blend of local news, community interviews, event coverage, Tar Heel sports and AAA Format Music, as well as showcasing hundreds of local musicians.
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