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Red Cross Declares Blood Crisis: Here’s Where You Can Donate Locally

Posted by Emma Cooke | Jul 28, 2026 | Health, Nonprofit

The American Red Cross is calling for immediate blood donations, declaring a national blood crisis for the second time in history.

Chapel Hill Shares LUMO Draft, Which Could Reshape Development Standards and Housing Types

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jul 28, 2026 | Development, Housing, Local Government

After nearly a decade since Chapel Hill first launched plans to rewrite its land use management ordinance, or LUMO, a draft has arrived.

The Morning News: Educator Pay, Blood Shortage, Return of Arts Mill

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 27, 2026 | 6:00 News

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey fills in for Aaron Keck with the morning news. In today’s news: We hear from the president of the North Carolina Association of educators on the shortcomings of teacher pay in the new budget; we hear of a national blood donation shortage; an energy company in Durham faces a hefty fine; the Eno Arts Mill is set to reopen soon; a longtime Carrboro-area bar is getting a new owner and a rebrand, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Weather Update, LUMO Draft Availability, Public Info Session

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 23, 2026 | Conversations with the Mayors, Conversations with the Mayors Podcast

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, July 23, discussing town news and events. She discussed the recent inclement weather, and discussed preparedness for future inclement weather as we get further into hurricane season. She also talked about the Land Use Management Ordinance re-write, and the opportunities for public feedback on that draft document. She previewed an upcoming public information session, National Night Out, and more.

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On Air Today: Rewriting Chapel Hill’s Land Use Management Ordinance

Posted by Aaron Keck | Jul 23, 2026 | On Air Today

The town of Chapel Hill is rewriting its Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO for short) for the first time since 2003.

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Car Crash on East Franklin Street Causes Delays on Wednesday Night; Local Responders on Scene

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jul 22, 2026 | Safety, Traffic

UPDATE: The Chapel Hill Police Department said the driver was ultimately arrested and charged with...

PlayMakers’ Summer Youth Conservatory Celebrates 20 Years with Run of ‘Hello, Dolly!’

Posted by Emma Cooke | Jul 22, 2026 | Arts, UNC

This year marks 20 years of Chapel Hill’s Summer Youth Conservatory, offered through PlayMakers Repertory Company.

On Air Today: Glenn Boothe of Andmoreagain Presents Talks Concert Promotion

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 17, 2026 | On Air Today (PM)

Glenn Boothe of AndMoreAgainPresents joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, July 17. He discussed recent concerts he’s attended, and looked ahead to some he’s looking forward to. He also discussed a recent trip to Minneapolis for a conference of independent concert promoters and venue owners, and more.