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This week, Scott and Aaron honor historical figures whose sheer laziness led them to world-changing innovations.

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Trending today: the ongoing fight over AI programs stealing the work of artists - most recently Studio Ghibli, among others.

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In today's news: Orange County marks National EMS Week with a reunion of cardiac arrest survivors and the people who helped save them.

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Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, May 21. She discussed the latest on the county's budget, as that process continues with community feedback and board input. She also further discussed the results of the recent property revaluation and its impact on historically black communities. She talked about the county leasing land for TABLE to farm, and more.

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This week, Aaron welcomes UNC historian Molly Worthen, whose new book "Spellbound" examines the history of charismatic leaders in the U.S.

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In today's news: Chapel Hill tests out a downtown 'pocket park' at the corner of Columbia and Rosemary Streets.

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Trending today: the Weenie 500, a race between Oscar Mayer Wienermobiles this Friday, ahead of the Indy 500.

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Chapel Hill native and Participant in Journey of Hope 2025 John O'Grady spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 20. He discussed his upcoming participation in Journey of Hope 2025. Participants raise awareness and  funds to support people living with disabilities. He discussed how he learned about the event, what made it appealing to him, and how the journey will work. He also talked about how people can donate to support the Journey and help raise awareness for people with disabilities. Learn how to donate here.

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97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear more details on the Downtown Area Plan discussion in Carrboro; State Senator Graig Meyer talks state budget; Inside Climate News Reporter Lisa Sorg discusses rescinded PFAS regulations, and more. In sports, the ACC Baseball Tournament gets underway with UNC scheduled to play on Friday, Hubert Davis joins the Team USA staff, and more.

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Chair of the Chatham County Commissioners Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, May 20, discussing county news and events. She discussed the County Manager Bryan Thompson's proposed budget for the next year. That discussion includes the adjusted tax rate, schools funding, funding of non-profit organizations in the community, and more. She also discussed other feedback received from the community, upcoming events, and more.

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