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9:06

The Morning News: Inclusive Playground, Local...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/15

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey fills in for Aaron Keck, presenting the morning news. Included in this edition of the news, we check the local government meeting schedule, which includes the Carrboro Town Council and Orange County Board of Commissioners each meeting tonight. We hear from Chapel Hill Mayor Pro Tem Amy Ryan on an inclusive playground dedication happening tomorrow at Community Center Park. In state news, Senate Republicans reveal their budget priorities. In sports, Michael Koh shares

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7:52

On Air Today: Film Producer Christine Vachon

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/15

Acclaimed film producer Christine Vachon chats with Aaron ahead of a two-day event celebrating her career, hosted by the Ackland Art Museum.The post On Air Today: Film Producer Christine Vachon appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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7:02

On Air Today: ‘The Changing Faces of Disability’

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/15

The Disability Awareness Council is hosting a pair of workshops in May on "The Changing Faces of Disability." The post On Air Today: ‘The Changing Faces of Disability’ appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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31:55

‘The Return’: Live and Local with John Howie Jr!

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/15

John Howie Jr. stopped by Live & Local ahead of the release of his band's album "The Return Of...John Howie Jr. and the Rosewood Bluff." The post ‘The Return’: Live and Local with John Howie Jr! appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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10:56

The 5:00 News: New Apartment Community Planned for S....

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/14

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news we hear about a new development approved by the Chapel Hill Town Council on South Elliot Road. We hear from Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee on recent bills put forward in the North Carolina General Assembly. We hear about what comes next for Mebane's social district now that it's one year pilot period is almost up, and more. In sports, the Diamond Heels had a huge weekend, sweeping Wake Forrest and moving

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11:29

On Air Today: Michael Koh’s Sports Weekend

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/14

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Monday, April 14. He discussed the weekend in locals ports, including the UNC Football team's "Practice Like a Pro" Event, which was an open spring practice. He discussed the choice of not having jersey numbers for the practice, and the lack of information provided. He discussed what this practice can tell us about the upcoming season and more. The post On Air Today: Michael Koh’s Sports Weekend

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9:59

On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/14

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager Henry Taylor spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Monday, April 14. He discussed weekend activities, his choice for the segment's theme song, and more. He also talked about a recent video the social media team made as part of our T-Shirt Design Contest, and more. The post On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager Henry Taylor appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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12:59

On Air Today: ‘It Happened!’ with Broadcast Legend...

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2025/04/14

Aaron welcomes broadcast legend (and WCHL alum) Jim Lampley to discuss his memoir, "It Happened! A Uniquely Lucky Life in Sports Television." The post On Air Today: ‘It Happened!’ with Broadcast Legend Jim Lampley appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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4:23

What’s Trending: Not Many Coconuts in Canada

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/14

Trending today: the rise of 'maple water,' a Canadian product made with maple sap that hasn't yet been processed into syrup. The post What’s Trending: Not Many Coconuts in Canada appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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11:44

Oh, the Humanities: ‘Humanities Out Of Doors’ with...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/14

Carolina Public Humanities is hosting a humanities-themed nature walk on April 17, in connection with the national Being Human Festival. The post Oh, the Humanities: ‘Humanities Out Of Doors’ with Allen Hurlbert and Beth Gardiner appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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12:43

The Morning News: Griffin-Riggs, South Elliott...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/14

In today's news: a mixed State Supreme Court ruling in the Griffin-Riggs election has voting-rights advocates up in arms. The post The Morning News: Griffin-Riggs, South Elliott Apartments, UNC Transfer Portal appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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51:14

On the Porch: Dr. Jeff Jones on Russia and Ukraine

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/13

This Week: Jeff Jones is currently an Associate Professor of Russian-Soviet and contemporary world history at UNC Greensboro. He is completing his second book entitled Smoke, Mirrors and Memories: A Cultural History of the Soviet-Afghan War, 1979-1989, forthcoming in 2023. He also has published several articles. The post On the Porch: Dr. Jeff Jones on Russia and Ukraine appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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13:56

Stroman on Sports: Women’s NCAA Final Four, WNBA...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/11

Deb Stroman joined 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, April 11, discussing several iconic Spring Sports events. First, she debriefed her trip to the NCAA Women's Basketball Final Four in Tampa. She discussed highlights and takeaways from the games and the weekend in general. Next she talked about the WNBA draft coming up next week. She also talked about this year's Master's golf tournament taking place this weekend, and more. The post Stroman on Sports: Women’s NCAA Final

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14:05

On Air Today: Mike Benson and Chip Hoppin on Good...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/11

Local Artist and Owner of Lapin Blue Mike Benson and Screen Printer and Owner of The Merch Chip Hoppin spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Friday, April 11. They discussed T-shirt design dos and don'ts, offering tips for making a good and effective T-shirt. Mike talked about the artistic process of designing a shirt, while Chip discussed what designs are most effective for a T-shirt. They also talked about WCOM moving to Drakeford Library Complex, and more. The post On Air Today: Mike

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6:52

Date Night: Twist It ‘Round Your Hand, Spin It Like A...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/11

Back from a very Puerto Rico-themed wedding, Brad and Aaron ask: where can you go for a date night that leans way in on "North Carolina"?The post Date Night: Twist It ‘Round Your Hand, Spin It Like A Helicopter appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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5:32

What’s Trending: E-Readers on the Rise

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/11

Trending today: the decline of mass-market paperbacks, with more and more fiction afficionados switching to e-readers. The post What’s Trending: E-Readers on the Rise appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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5:22

On Air Today: Jennifer Salemson, New CEO at CIMG...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/11

Aaron welcomes Jennifer Salemson, who's recently taken over as the new CEO at CIMG Residential Mortgage, one of our community partners. The post On Air Today: Jennifer Salemson, New CEO at CIMG Residential Mortgage appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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9:45

The Morning News: Orange County Property Taxes,...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/11

In today's news: Orange County adjusts its property tax rate, and Chatham County gears up for its annual ClydeFest. The post The Morning News: Orange County Property Taxes, ClydeFest in Pittsboro appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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10:58

Climate Thursday: Haw River Assembly Executive...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/10

Haw River Assembly Executive Director and Keeper of the Haw Emily Sutton spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, April 10. She discussed a recent lawsuit filed against Ashboro for illegal levels of pollutants coming out of their wastewater treatment plant. She discussed her participation in the recent "Stand Up For Science" rally in Raliegh. She also talked about other upcoming events for the Haw River Assembly, and more.The post Climate Thursday: Haw River Assembly Executive

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7:18

History Matters: Wars Begin, Wars End

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/10

This week in history: the Civil War begins, the Civil War ends, and colonial North Carolina takes a big step towards revolution. The post History Matters: Wars Begin, Wars End appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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