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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.
June 29, 2023Chapel Hill: Grant Money for Transportation, Greenways, and MoreChapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June 29th. She discussed a couple of major grants the town got--one for a feasibility study for the town's "everywhere to everywhere" greenway expansion, and another grant for the town's transportation plan. She also talked about a recent meeting of the Metro Mayors in which they discussed North Carolina's growth with state leaders. She also previewed some upcoming events, including Fourth of July festivities....more15minPlay
June 28, 2023Orange County: NCDOT’s 15-501 Plan, Community Climate Action Grants, and MoreChair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, June 28th. She discussed a recent meeting with NCDOT, and how the state agency does not appear to be receptive to changing their reimagining of the 15-501 and I-40 interchange. She also discussed Community Climate Action Grant Applications, which are now open for Orange County. She also discussed an alternate way to obtain a passport in Orange County, by going through the Register's Office....more14minPlay
June 27, 2023Hillsborough: Strategic Plan, NC 86 Bridge Closure, Reservoir AwardHillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, June 27th. She discussed the town board of commissioners passing a strategic plan for to help guide town decisions for the next 3 years. She also talked about the timeline for the NC86 bridge repair, as the bridge currently remains closed. She also mentioned recent engineering awards that the West Fork Eno Reservoir won, as well as Last Friday Art Walk and other upcoming Hillsborough events....more11minPlay
June 23, 2023Carrboro: Sidewalks on Greensboro, Budget Passes, Community GrenwaysCarrboro Mayor Damon Seils spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Friday, June 23rd. They discussed a pride event he was attending Friday afternoon, the passage of the Carrboro Town Budget, and what the recent Greenways grant money awarded to Chapel Hill could mean for the community. He also previewed some upcoming weekend events in the Carrboro community....more9minPlay
June 22, 2023Chapel Hill: Eastowne Expansion, Complete Communities, Upcoming EventsChapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, June 22nd. She discussed outcomes from Wednesday night's Chapel Hill Town Council meeting. She talked about the details of UNC Health's approved expansion at Eastowne, the town moving to allow more duplex and attached apartments. She also discussed some upcoming events in the community....more14minPlay
June 21, 2023Orange County: Budget Passes, Surplus Properties, Juneteenth at Eno Arts MillChair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, June 21st. She discussed details of the recently passed Orange County budget. She also discussed a plan to request proposals for building affordable housing on a few surplus properties in the county. She concluded by talking about her visit to the Juneteenth celebration at the Eno Arts Mill in Hillsborough on Saturday....more14minPlay
June 20, 2023Hillsborough: S. Churton Multi-Modal Study, Inmate Captured, and MoreHillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver spoke with 97.9 The Hill on Tuesday, June 20th. She discussed community feedback on a NCDOT project to reimagine South Churton Street. She also talked about an inmate at the Orange Correctional Center who was at large on Monday, then captured Tuesday morning. She also talked about priorities for the final board of town commissioners meeting before the summer break....more9minPlay
June 16, 2023Carrboro: Budget Talk, Jade Creek Development, Weekend EventsCarrboro Mayor Damon Seils spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Friday, June 16th. He discussed the town council's budget process, and when the budget will be passed. He also discussed the council's decision on a proposed development at Jade Creek just north of Calvander, and outlined some of the events happening around the community this holiday weekend....more11minPlay
June 13, 2023Hillsborough: Budget Approved, Sustainability Plan, Engage HillsboroughHillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver joined 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, June 13. She discussed the town's recently passed budget, the approval of the town's Comprehensive Sustainability Plan, and some amendments made to the Collins Ridge Master Plan. She also discussed the results of a recent "Engage Hillsborough" session....more9minPlay
June 09, 2023Carrboro: Budget Unveiled, Town Council Candidate, GraduationCarrboro Mayor Damon Seils spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Friday, June 9th. He discussed the recently unveiled town budget, including Carrboro avoiding raising taxes for residents. He also discussed the upcoming election including a new town planning candidate who currently serves on the town planning board. He concluded by discussing some of the upcoming events around town, including this weekend's graduation ceremonies....more11minPlay
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.