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14:34

Chatham County Roundup: Chair of the County...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/06/17

Chair of the Chatham County Commissioners Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, June 18. She discussed the passage of the budget for Chatham County, including what she is most proud of in the budget. She discussed the latest on Wolfspeed as that company cuts positions as part of a Chapter 11 restructuring. She also talked about new "Welcome to Chatham County" signs that will be put on 15-501, and more. The post Chatham County Roundup: Chair of the County Commissioners

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11:57

Hillsborough: Mayor Mark Bell Helps First Responders...

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2025/06/17

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, June 17, discussing town news and events. He told the story of seeing an incapacitated individual and calling first responders, who ultimately administered a life-saving dose of Naloxone. He talked about the need for more awareness around what to do in a situation like that, and the value of having overdose treatments available. He also discussed a recent assault in a a homeless encampment on the south side of

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26:06

‘Anything Is Possible’: Live and Local with Chris...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/06/17

Local music legend Chris Stamey stopped by Live & Local last week, ahead of the July 11 release of his new album "Anything Is Possible."The post ‘Anything Is Possible’: Live and Local with Chris Stamey! appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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5:32

What’s Trending: Is It Game?

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/06/17

Trending today: a debate about whether table-top role-playing games are really 'games,' or whether they're actually 'books.' The post What’s Trending: Is It Game? appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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8:55

On Air Today: Juneteenth 2025 in Chapel Hill-Carrboro!

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2025/06/17

The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Juneteenth Festival is taking place Thursday, June 19, from 4-8 p.m. at Carrboro Town Commons. The post On Air Today: Juneteenth 2025 in Chapel Hill-Carrboro! appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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9:12

The Morning News: Hope Renovations Battles Trump

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/06/17

In today's news: local workforce-training nonprofit Hope Renovations contends with federal 'diversity' grant cuts. The post The Morning News: Hope Renovations Battles Trump appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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9:37

Speaking of Schools: North Carolina Principal of the...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/06/16

Orange High School Principal Jason Johnson spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Monday, June 16. He discussed the recently concluded school year, sharing highlights and surprises. He also talked about recently being named North Carolina's Principal of the Year, and what that means to him. He talked about the responsibilities the role includes, and how he expects it to impact the coming school year. He also talked about leading a school through leadership changes, and more. The post Speaking

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11:35

On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill Social Media Manager...

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2025/06/16

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager Henry Taylor spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Monday, June 16. He discussed his experience competing at the Hearst Journalism National Competition earlier in the month. He discussed an upcoming Instagram Reel where staff members will chose their "walk-up" music. He talked about his experience covering the "No Kings" rally this weekend, and more. The post On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill Social Media Manager Henry Taylor appeared first on

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9:44

What We’re Thinking: 2017 Redux?

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2025/06/16

Tom and Aaron discuss new polls from Virginia and New Jersey that suggest a big shift to the Democrats in 2025. The post What We’re Thinking: 2017 Redux? appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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6:09

What’s Trending: Your Favorite Bar Is Breaking The Law

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2025/06/16

Trending today: increasing hassles for bars and restaurants that play background music, and Victor's rant against Chive TV. The post What’s Trending: Your Favorite Bar Is Breaking The Law appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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15:04

On Air Today: Auman Village in Hillsborough, from...

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2025/06/16

Jennifer Player of Orange Habitat for Humanity joins Aaron to discuss Auman Village, a new Habitat community in Hillsborough. The post On Air Today: Auman Village in Hillsborough, from Orange Habitat for Humanity appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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11:54

The Morning News: ‘No Kings,’ Vaccine Research, Elder...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/06/16

In today's news: local residents rally against Donald Trump, while a local vaccine researcher responds after being sacked by RFK Jr. The post The Morning News: ‘No Kings,’ Vaccine Research, Elder Abuse Awareness appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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41:23

June 14, 2025

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/06/14

Willis Whichard, lawyer, legislator, Supreme Court justice, and law school dean, is the author of “A Consequential Life: David Lowry Swain, Nineteenth-Century North Carolina, and Their University.” He talks about his new book and Swain, who was a lawyer, judge, governor, and university president.” Whichard, who himself has been a legislator, judge, supreme court justice, and law school dean explains Swain’s contributions to the university and the state.The post June 14, 2025 appeared first on

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21:17

June 14, 2025

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2025/06/14

This week, Dr. Deborah Stroman discusses sports history and athletes as activists. The post June 14, 2025 appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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12:58

The 5:00 News – High School Graduation, Principal...

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2025/06/13

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, area high school seniors have graduation this weekend. We hear more details about the ongoing controversy at Carrboro High School around Principal Helena Thomas. We hear from Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson on the legacy of Karen Stegman as she is set to leave the town council early ahead of her move to Carrboro. A large economic development announcement comes to Greensboro. In sports, the Sienna Hotel

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16:34

Carrboro: Pride Month, Juneteenth, The Drakeford Effect

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2025/06/13

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Friday, June 13, discussing town news and events. She discussed some upcoming weekend evens, including the Pride Piper Walk, as part of Pride Month celebrations. She also talked about upcoming Juneteenth celebrations in the community. She discussed the downtown area of Carrboro, updating potential development on a couple of highly visible parcels and discussing the effect of the Drakeford Library Complex on downtown, and

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5:20

Date Night: Okay, Hear Me Out

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/06/13

This week, Brad and Aaron recommend date-night plans that don't sound intuitive at first, but are in fact great ideas. The post Date Night: Okay, Hear Me Out appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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5:02

What’s Trending: Steel Is Cheaper Than Water, and Zyn...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/06/13

Trending today: Victor learns that steel is cheaper than bottled water, and Aaron learns about the latest nicotine-consumption trend. The post What’s Trending: Steel Is Cheaper Than Water, and Zyn Is More Addictive appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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11:40

The Morning News: Carrboro HS Controversy, Karen...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/06/13

In today's news: controversy at Carrboro High School, as principal Helena Thomas is put on leave just before graduation. The post The Morning News: Carrboro HS Controversy, Karen Stegman Leaving Chapel Hill Town Council appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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10:03

Climate Thursday: Haw River Assembly Executive...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/06/12

Executive Director of the Haw River Assembly and Keeper of the Haw Emily Sutton spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June 13. She discussed a recent lawsuit filed against the City of Asheboro in conjunction with the Cape Fear River Watch. She talked about how a similar She also discussed some other upcoming events and activities through the Haw River Assembly and more. The post Climate Thursday: Haw River Assembly Executive Director Emily Sutton appeared first on

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