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April 5, 2025

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/05

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 April 5, 2025 appeared first on

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15:30

The 5:00 News: Court of Appeals Rules for Griffin,...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/04

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell helps close out the week by sharing the latest local news stories with listeners on Friday, April 4. The post The 5:00 News: Court of Appeals Rules for Griffin, Carrboro Considers Housing, and Veesaar Chooses UNC appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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12:30

Stroman on Sports: Reporting From Tampa Ahead of...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/04

Deborah Stroman calls in from Tampa to speak with 97.9 The Hill's Brighton McConnell ahead of the women's college basketball Final Four games. The post Stroman on Sports: Reporting From Tampa Ahead of Women’s Basketball Final Four appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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14:58

Carrboro: Inclusive Engagement, Affordable Housing...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/04

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee speaks with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, April 4. The post Carrboro: Inclusive Engagement, Affordable Housing and A Walkable Weaver Street Event appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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8:44

On Air Today: Anne and Demetrius Grandel From Bricks...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/04

Anne and Demetrius Grandel, owners of Bricks and Minifigs Durham spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey, filling in for Aaron Keck on Friday, April 4. They discussed an upcoming event at Bricks and Minifigs Durham on May 4. The store will celebrate Star Wars Day by having all the inventory in the store be Star Wars themed for that day. They will have new and used contemporary and vintage sets. In edition to the Star Wars events, they discussed other upcoming plans for the store, how the store did

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11:58

The Morning News: UNC Provost Steps Down, Carrboro...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/04

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey fills in for Aaron Keck with The Morning News. In This edition of the news, we learn that UNC Provost Chris Clemens will be stepping down in May. We hear from Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezeetta Bedford on the county's 10-Year Capital Improvement Plan, we hear a story on Carrboro's plan for affordable housing, and more. In sports, the UNC Baseball Team gets a dramatic win against Duke to kick off a busy Tar Heel sports weekend, Women's Lacrosse hosts

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15:56

‘Can You Dig It?’ Live and Local with the Beautiful...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/03

New local band The Beautiful People Club stopped by Live & Local this week, following the release of their debut album "Can You Dig It?"The post ‘Can You Dig It?’ Live and Local with the Beautiful People Club appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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12:38

On Air Today: Wade Sutton and Tracey Williams-Johnson...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/03

Wade Sutton and Tracey Williams-Johnson join 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Thursday, April 3 to discuss an upcoming handball team tryout in Chapel Hill. The post On Air Today: Wade Sutton and Tracey Williams-Johnson on Handball Futures’ Tryouts appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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13:39

The 5:00 News: A Carrboro Carjacking, UNC’s Hurricane...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/03

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell substitutes to share the latest local news stories and headlines on Thursday, April 3. The post The 5:00 News: A Carrboro Carjacking, UNC’s Hurricane Helene Response, and A New Chamber President appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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13:06

Climate Thursday: Manley Fuller on ‘Water of the...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/03

Manley Fuller, the vice president of conversation policy for the North Carolina Wildlife Federation, speaks with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Thursday, April 3. The post Climate Thursday: Manley Fuller on ‘Water of the United States’ Changes and Wetlands Protections appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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13:23

Chapel Hill: Amy Ryan on Town Budget Discussions, New...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/03

Chapel Hill Mayor Pro Temp Amy Ryan joins 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell in studio on Thursday, April 3. The post Chapel Hill: Amy Ryan on Town Budget Discussions, New Playground Equipment, and A E-Bike Library appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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8:23

History Matters: Oh, What A Beautiful Morning

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/03

This week, Scott and Aaron look back on the debut of "Oklahoma," the first dance marathon, and the first appearance of the peace symbol.The post History Matters: Oh, What A Beautiful Morning appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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8:58

The Morning News: Rebuilding Western NC, Pittsboro...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/03

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey fills in for Aaron Keck with the morning news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear a story on how UNC's Carolina Across 100 Initiative is aiding the Western North Carolina recovery from Hurricane Helene. We hear from Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp on the town's early budget process, Carrboro is a finalist for a civic award, and UNC is named a "New Ivy" for the second year in a row. In sports, Hubert Davis talks transfer portal recruiting philosophy as the Tar

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28:47

Studio Sessions with School of Rock Chapel Hill:...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/03

It’s time for another round of Studio Sessions with the School of Rock Chapel Hill, featuring three classic songs performed by the House Band! The post Studio Sessions with School of Rock Chapel Hill: Tool, and Everything After appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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13:59

The 5:00 News – Chatham vs. Summit, Transfer Portal,...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/02

97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news we learn of Chatham County's response to a lawsuit alleging they denied a church's rezoning request for religious reasons. We hear a Carolina Connection story on the impact of a proposed TikTok ban. We hear from House Minority Leader Robert Reives on the current work of the General Assembly, and more. In sports, the Diamond Heels throw a no-hitter, the men's basketball team makes an add from the transfer

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13:09

Orange County: Transportation Priorities, Capital...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/02

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, April 2, discussing county news and events. She discussed the recent meeting of the county board of commissioners, which included decisions about transportation priorities for the county, a presentation on the county's 10-year Capital Improvement Plan, and more.The post Orange County: Transportation Priorities, Capital Improvement 10 Year Plan appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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9:53

On Air Today: 97.9 The Hill’s Aubrey Williams and...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/02

97.9 The Hill Station Manager Aubrey Williams and Marketing and Operations Manager Jada Jarillo joined 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, April 2. They discussed the Third Annual 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com T-Shirt Design Contest presented by The ArtsCenter. Aubrey shared her inspiration for the T-shirt design contest, and everyone shared their favorite designs from past contests. They also discussed the May 11 deadline, the $979 prize money, and more. The post On Air Today: 97.9 The

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7:55

Talking Culture: ‘UNC A to Z’ Redux, with Nicholas...

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/02

Aaron welcomes Nicholas Graham and Cecelia Moore, co-authors of "UNC A to Z," a comprehensive (and newly revised) look at UNC and its history.The post Talking Culture: ‘UNC A to Z’ Redux, with Nicholas Graham and Cecelia Moore appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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4:07

What’s Trending: Dead Lobsters, and Hope

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/02

Trending today: lobsters struggle to adapt to warming oceans, and Victor and Aaron struggle to end their segment on a positive note. The post What’s Trending: Dead Lobsters, and Hope appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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7:03

‘Paying It Forward’ with Piedmont Health’s Alisha Bailey

Chapelboro.com ·

2025/04/02

This month, Aaron welcomes Alisha Bailey, who's spent the last decade as Piedmont Health's WIC breastfeeding manager. The post ‘Paying It Forward’ with Piedmont Health’s Alisha Bailey appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

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