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Speaking of Schools: CHCCS Chief Communications Officer Andy Jenks

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jul 14, 2025 | Speaking of Schools

Andy Jenks, the chief communications officer for Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools, joins 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Monday, July 14.

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Here’s How You Can Help Orange, Chatham Locals Affected by Tropical Depression Chantal

Posted by Staff | Jul 14, 2025 | Local Government, Weather

In the wake of historic rains and floods brought on by Tropical Depression Chantal, many in the...

Despite Restored Water Operations, Town of Hillsborough Faces Extensive Costs From Flooding

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jul 14, 2025 | Health, Local Government, Weather

While the Town of Hillsborough ended its conservation call for water and sewer customers after...

Some University Place Businesses Invite Customers Back, While Others Recover From Floods

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jul 13, 2025 | Business, Weather

While some of the Chapel Hill mall’s tenants suffered significant flooding, others at University Place quickly reopened for business.

Hillsborough Repairs Water, Wastewater Treatment Plants; Residents No Longer Asked To Conserve

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jul 12, 2025 | Health, Local Government, Weather

The Town of Hillsborough lifted the boil water notice for residents on Wednesday afternoon — but still warned against using much water.

City of Mebane Loosens Water Usage Restrictions, Still Encourages Conservation

Posted by Brighton McConnell | Jul 11, 2025 | Health, Local Government, Weather

As the City of Mebane continues repairs on a water treatment plant, the local government issued an urgent message to residents on Wednesday morning to stop using water amid a drastic shortage.

Climate Thursday: Duke’s Heat Policy Innovation Hub Director Ashley Ward

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 10, 2025 | Climate Thursdays

Director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke’s Nicholas Institute Ashley Ward spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, July 10. She discussed the implications of Tropical Depression Chantal’s record rainfall on our region, and how climate change needs to be addressed from all angles. She also discussed some current work she is doing in the U.S. Virgin Islands this summer that involves heat mapping, and more.

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Chapel Hill: Storm Recovery at Camelot Village, Eastgate Shopping Center, and More

Posted by Andrew Stuckey | Jul 10, 2025 | 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 10, discussing the ongoing recovery efforts from Tropical Storm Chantal. She discussed visiting Camelot Village apartments, and the challenges faced by that community after the latest flood. She also discussed University Place and the flooding there. She talked about Eastgate Shopping Center, which saw catastrophic flooding. She suggested ways the community could help support these businesses and displaces residents, and more.