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10:22

On Air Today: The CORA Food Pantry, Expanding Service...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/30

Chatham County's CORA Food Pantry is expanding to meet a growing need - at a time when federal cuts are creating an extra financial strain. The post On Air Today: The CORA Food Pantry, Expanding Service Amid Funding Cuts appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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11:10

The Morning News: UNC Cancer Research, Finding Joy in...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/30

In today's news: UNC researchers face federal cuts, and a UNC women's lacrosse star wins the Tewaaraton Award as the nation's top player. The post The Morning News: UNC Cancer Research, Finding Joy in 2025, Chloe Humphrey appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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8:26

Chapel Hill: LUMO, Historic Town Hall, Natural Areas...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/29

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 29, discussing town news and events. She discussed the latest on the town's Land Use Management Ordinance rewrite. She also discussed a new tool for identifying natural areas in the community. She talked about the Cupola coming down from Historic Town Hall for safety reasons, and more.The post Chapel Hill: LUMO, Historic Town Hall, Natural Areas Model appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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7:02

History Matters: Woe Is Me, I Have To Work in a...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/29

Scott and Aaron look back at the Mecklenburg Resolves, approved May 31, 1775 as part of the runup to the Declaration of Independence.The post History Matters: Woe Is Me, I Have To Work in a Photography Studio appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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6:35

What’s Trending: Bots Wearing Sweaters

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/29

Trending today: after receiving an email that's clearly bot-written, Aaron wonders if AI has advanced beyond the Turing Test yet. The post What’s Trending: Bots Wearing Sweaters appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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11:17

On Air Today: ‘Native Nations’ with Pulitzer-Winning...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/29

Aaron chats with UNC historian Kathleen DuVal, whose latest book "Native Nations" just won the Pulitzer Prize for history. The post On Air Today: ‘Native Nations’ with Pulitzer-Winning UNC Historian Kathleen DuVal appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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13:52

The Morning News: School Walkouts, Block Schedules,...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/29

In today's news: two (unrelated) walkouts at CHCCS high schools, and the beginning of UNC baseball's road to the College World Series. The post The Morning News: School Walkouts, Block Schedules, and the Road to Omaha appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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8:21

Chatham County Roundup: Chamber President and CEO...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/29

Chatham County Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Rebecca Dickenson spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday May 28. She discussed her first eight weeks in the new role, her background working with the Chamber for a Greater Chapel Hill-Carrboro, the challenges and opportunities of how large Chatham County is, and more. She also discussed the Chamber moving to a new location, an upcoming Chatham Count bus tour, and more. The post Chatham County Roundup: Chamber President and CEO

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6:42

Hillsborough: Honoring Horace Johnson, Budget Work...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/29

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, May 28, discussing town news and events. After a rare Tuesday Commissioners' meeting due to the Monday Holiday, Mayor Bell discussed a proclamation honoring recently passed former mayor Horace Johnson ahead of his funeral Saturday. He also discussed the board's recent budget work session, including the timeline for the budget's likely passage. He discussed some opportunities to give feedback on the town's parking

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9:39

Wonderful Water: The Next Year of OWASA

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/28

This month on “Wonderful Water,” join 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey for a conversation with Stephen Winters, OWASA Deputy Executive Director, about the next fiscal year, what the current plan is budget-wise for OWASA, and how customers can ensure their feedback is heard at an upcoming public hearing.The post Wonderful Water: The Next Year of OWASA appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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10:49

Talking Culture: ‘Forever Gold’ with Brandon Dawson

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/28

This week, Aaron welcomes local musician Brandon Dawson, who performs his new song "Forever Gold" in the studio.The post Talking Culture: ‘Forever Gold’ with Brandon Dawson appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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9:31

Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/27

Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 27, discussing town news and events. He talked about a new ABC store opening on the North end of town; news signs directing 15-501 traffic around downtown; the water merger with Sanford is about to get more literal, as a 36 inch forcemain all the way to Sanford is set to begin construction in July, and more. The post Chatham County Roundup: Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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11:56

On Air Today: Harlequin Romance Author Karen Booth

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/27

Chapel Hill Resident and Harlequin Romance Author Karen Booth spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 27. She discussed her new book, "Not So Fast," which was released today. She also talked about an upcoming signing event at Flyleaf Books, and what the process for writing the new book was like. She also discussed her journey to becoming a romance author, which started in personal tragedy, eventually led to her debut novel catching the attention of Harlequin. She also discussed

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29:56

‘Kickless Kids’: Live & Local with The Mayflies USA!

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/27

Matt McMichaels and Adam Price of The Mayflies USA stopped by Live & Local last week, following the release of their album “Kickless Kids.”The post ‘Kickless Kids’: Live & Local with The Mayflies USA! appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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7:27

On Air Today: Fusion Academy, Now in Chapel Hill

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/27

Aaron chats with Jenna Cheney, head of school at Fusion Academy, which is opening a new campus in Chapel Hill. The post On Air Today: Fusion Academy, Now in Chapel Hill appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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3:54

What’s Trending: The Eternal Recurrence of the Beanie...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/27

Trending today: new data finding that 20 percent of global stuffed animal sales are for adults buying them for themselves. The post What’s Trending: The Eternal Recurrence of the Beanie Baby appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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7:21

On Air Today: Chapel Hill Children and Adolescents’...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/27

Aaron welcomes Dr. Laura Windham and Dr. Michael Minozzi of the Chapel Hill Children & Adolescents' Clinic, marking 40 years in operation. The post On Air Today: Chapel Hill Children and Adolescents’ Clinic, Celebrating 40 Years appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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9:16

The Morning News: UNC Women’s Lacrosse, NCAA Champions

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/27

In today's news: UNC women's lacrosse celebrates after winning their fourth NCAA title, and budget season continues for local government. The post The Morning News: UNC Women’s Lacrosse, NCAA Champions appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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40:35

May 24, 2025

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/24

Daniel Wallace about his book, “THIS ISN’T GOING TO END WELL: The True Story of a Man I Thought I Knew”. The post May 24, 2025 appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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15:31

Carrboro: Park Improvements, Budget Public Hearing,...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/05/24

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Friday, May 23, discussing town news and events. She discussed a couple of ribbon cuttings for park improvements, including new inclusive playground equipment at Baldwin Park. She discussed feedback received from the community at the Town Council's recent public hearing; the next steps on the Downtown Area Plan, and more. She also discussed upcoming community events including the Freight Train Blues Series. The post

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