97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell substitutes to share the latest local news stories and headlines on Thursday, April 3.

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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.

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Chapel Hill Mayor Pro Temp Amy Ryan joins 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell in studio on Thursday, April 3.

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This week, Scott and Aaron look back on the debut of "Oklahoma," the first dance marathon, and the first appearance of the peace symbol.

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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 Heels begin to build next season's roster, and more.

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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!

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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 portal, and more.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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