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Kent Corley and Brad Prenda of the band Winfield stopped by Live & Local, following the release of the band’s new album “III.”

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This month on “Wonderful Water,” join 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey for a conversation with Kelly Belcher, “the heart” of OWASA’s human resources program. She manages hiring processes, organizes employee appreciation events, helps staff navigate questions about benefits and a great deal more. OWASA has a diverse workforce, strives for a positive work culture, and […]

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Trending today: Andrew and Michael fill in for Aaron and Victor, discussing the May phenomenon of the celebrity commencement speaker. The discuss UNC's Mia Hamm delivering the speech this year, as well as Andrew skipping John Mellencamp at his own commencement, and more.

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Andrew Stuckey fills in for Aaron Keck with today's news, including no tax hike for Pittsboro's budget. We hear about an upcoming public symposium on measles being hosted by Orange County; a big contribution to the Jackson Center from the United Church of Chapel Hill, an weekend closure of Manning Drive right at the Emergency Department entrance, and more. In sports, both UNC Women's Tennis and Women's Lacrosse earn NCAA final four bids, the Diamond Heels ride a complete game from Jake Knapp for a big win, and more.

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Art-pop duo Private Cathedral (Genevieve Dawson and Wendy Spitzer) stopped by Live & Local upon the release of their self-titled debut album.

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Inside Climate News North Carolina Reporter Lisa Sorg spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 15. She discussed the recent decision by the EPA to roll back previously updated recommendations on so-called "forever chemicals." She also discussed her recent reporting for Inside Climate News, which includes an emboldened NC General Assembly looking to cut environmental justice and clean energy jobs programs. She also discussed other recent reporting and more.

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Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 15, discussing town news and events. She talked about the latest budget conversations for the council, including what trade-offs might have to be made, and how to keep town staff compensation competitive within the region. She also talked about the Parks Master Plan and upcoming opportunities for community feedback. She also talked about upcoming town events and more.

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Scott and Aaron remember vaccine pioneer Edward Jenner and evolution teacher John Scopes - but Aaron's not a fan of his post-teaching career.

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Trending today: a drop in fresh seafood sales at grocery stores, begging the question: why, when everything else is on the rise?

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Orange County medical director Erica Pettigrew joins Aaron to discuss an upcoming public symposium on measles and the MMR vaccine.

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