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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 responds to the throng of fans who wanted a glimpse of team Mexico, we hear from a Tar Heel football player on spring practice, and more.

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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 more.

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This week, Brad and Aaron recommend date-night plans that don't sound intuitive at first, but are in fact great ideas.

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Trending today: Victor learns that steel is cheaper than bottled water, and Aaron learns about the latest nicotine-consumption trend.

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In today's news: controversy at Carrboro High School, as principal Helena Thomas is put on leave just before graduation.

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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.

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Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June 12, discussing town news and events. She discussed her experience at the Mexico vs. Turkiye soccer friendly at Kenan Stadium on Tuesday; she outlined the town council's meeting from earlier in the week, including a preview vote on the budget; she discussed Karen Stegman's legacy on the Town Council as she is set to depart later this month. She also previewed upcoming community events and more.

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This week, Scott and Aaron discuss the invention of the ballpoint pen and a Supreme Court decision that cemented our Constitutional rights.

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Trending today: the company Yeti takes a hit from heightened tariffs, which have an especially big impact on vacuum insulation.

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Kelly and Aaron are joined by Becca Liegey of Mebane Recreation & Parks, to discuss upcoming Juneteenth and July 4 festivities.

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