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Every week, 97.9 The Hill chats with the mayors of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough, plus the chair of the Orange County Board of Commissioners. From breaking news to hot-button issues, they co... more
FAQs about Conversations with the Mayors (97.9 The Hill):How many episodes does Conversations with the Mayors (97.9 The Hill) have?The podcast currently has 1,290 episodes available.
October 25, 2023Orange County: Buckhorn Economic District, Early Voting, Community ActivitiesChair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, October 25. She discussed what comes next for the Buckhorn Economic District near Mebane after the opening of a large Medline facility there. She also gave an update on early voting, and previewed some upcoming events in the community....more10minPlay
October 24, 2023Hillsborough: Earthquake Reflections, Earth Day Event, and MoreHillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, October 24. She discussed her recollection of the earthquake that mysteriously shook Hillsborough last week. She also discussed town sponsorship of an upcoming Earth Day event in Hillsborough. She discussed how the town is looking for community feedback on their website usability. She also discussed some upcoming events around town, and more....more10minPlay
October 20, 2023Carrboro: Future of Bolin Creek Greenway, West End Poetry Festival, and MoreCarrboro Mayor Damon Seils spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Friday, October 20. He discussed a big decision from the town council this week on the future of the Bolin Creek Greenway. The decision came after much community discussion and feedback, ultimately favoring a "Creekside" alignment for phases 3 and 4 of the greenway. He also discussed the latest update on the 203 s. Greensboro project, this weekend's West End Poetry Festival, and more....more12minPlay
October 19, 2023Chapel Hill: Land Use Management Ordinance, New Role for Susan Brown, Renaming Northside GymChapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger Spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, October 19. She discussed the council's recent consideration of changes to the Land Use Management Ordinance. She also discussed a new role in the town for Susan Brown, who will be the town's Executive Director for Strategic Communications. She also discussed the renaming of the Northside Gymnasium and Basketball Court, and more....more11minPlay
October 18, 2023Orange County: School Board Raise, Affordable Housing, and MoreChair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, October 18. She discussed the commissioners meeting from earlier in the week, including discussion of giving the CHCCS board a raise, the conclusion of an COVID-era affordable housing initiative, the groundbreaking of Empowerment's PEACH apartments, and more....more14minPlay
October 17, 2023Hillsborough: Community Workshop, Planning Association Award, Early VotingHillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, October 17. She discussed a recent community workshop on connectivity, the town winning an award for their comprehensive sustainability plan, the start of early voting this week, and more. She also discussed upcoming community events, including the Hillsborough Police trunk or treat event next Friday, and more....more8minPlay
October 13, 2023Carrboro: Council Budget Tool, Kidical Mass, Second Friday, and MoreCarrboro Mayor Damon Seils spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Friday, October 13. He discussed a new budget tool the town council learned about at a recent work session. He also previewed some upcoming events in the community, including Kidical Mass bike event, Second Friday Art Walk, and more. he also discussed what it's like going through an election cycle while not running for office, and more....more11minPlay
October 12, 2023Chapel Hill: University Day, Development Updates, Festifall, and MoreChapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, October 12. She discussed University Day on campus and what that ceremony was like. She also discussed several proposed redevelopments around Chapel Hill and how the Complete Communities Framework helps inform those developments. She also talked about FestiFall and other upcoming events in town....more13minPlay
October 11, 2023Orange County: Fire Personnel Honored, Greene Tract, Board and Commission Member NeededChair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford joined 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, October 11. She discussed Fire and Rescue personnel honored at the recent board of commissioners meeting. She also talked about the latest on the County's goal to collect feedback on the Greene Tract. She also discussed the need for community volunteers for advisory boards and commissions, listening sessions for community health, and more....more12minPlay
October 10, 2023Hillsborough: Uproar Art’s Permanent Home, Water Theft, Upcoming EventsHillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver spoke with 97.9 the Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, October 10. She discussed an Uproar Arts Festival installation that the town bought and recently had installed. She also explained some recent instances of water theft in the town, and some potential traffic effects of the the fire station parking lot resealing. She also discussed upcoming events in Hillsborough, and more....more7minPlay
FAQs about Conversations with the Mayors (97.9 The Hill):How many episodes does Conversations with the Mayors (97.9 The Hill) have?The podcast currently has 1,290 episodes available.