Students for Justice in Palestine has been part of more than a half-dozen protests at UNC since the October 7th. At the protests, many participants wore masks, which has become a point of contention for university officials.
97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn of an overnight housefire in Chapel Hill that left one person dead. We also hear a story on a possible bond referendum from the Chapel Hill Town Council. We learn of the retirement of Orange County Manager Bonnie Hammersley, VinFast hits a snag in Chatham County, and more. In sports, we look ahead to the Spring Football game, UNC Women’s Basketball gets a decorated recruit, and more.
Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, April, 18. She discussed town’s recent legislative breakfast. She also talked about the latest developments in budget and bond conversations amongst the council. She talked about a project coming to Legion Road that will allow for affordable housing for seniors. She responded to UNC’s potential banning of diversity, equity, and inclusion policies. She also talked about upcoming town events, activities, and more.
Executive Director of PetPalsNC Brad Freeman and PPNC Board Member and Certified Therapy Dog Handler Yvonne Lue and Therapy Dog Whopper spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, April 17. They discussed their organization’s purpose, which is to provide free therapy dog services to schools. They also previewed a fundraiser coming up on April 21st at Cptain John’s Dockside Restaurant in Chapel Hill.
97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn about the next step for the Greene Tract in Chapel Hill. We also hear a story on the spouse of the Japanese Prime Minister visiting Chapel Hill High School, learn of East Chapel Hill’s Robotics team competing in a championship, and more. In sports, we hear from Deborah Stroman on what comes next from Deja Kelly, recap the weekend in UNC sports, and more.
97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager H’aiasi Chinfloo spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, April 15. She discussed the top three stories on WCHLChapelboro social media this week. Those stories included a UNC Media Hub story on license plate readers being installed on campus at UNC, and basketball players Seth Tremble and Deja Kelly entering the transfer portal. She also talked about Ben & Jerry’s free cone day, and more.