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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:How many episodes does Conversations with the Mayors have?The podcast currently has 1,206 episodes available.
September 19, 2023Hillsborough: Hog Day, Priorities for the Year, Utility UpgradesHillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, September 19th. She discussed the results of Hillsborough's Hog Day celebration from last weekend. She also highlighted her priorities for the remainder of her term as mayor. She also discussed the challenges surrounding several utilities upgrades in the town, and previewed some upcoming community events....more9minPlay
September 15, 2023Carrboro: Connectivity, Upcoming Events, Bicycle SocialCarrboro Mayor Damon Seils spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Friday, September 15th. He discussed a bicycle social ride from campus to Chapel Hill and Carrboro. He also discussed how the recent campus lockdowns have affected the community. He previewed some upcoming Carrboro events, including the Carrboro Music Festival. He also talked about some connectivity and traffic control issues discussed at the last town council meeting, and more....more9minPlay
September 14, 2023Chapel Hill: Response to Another Lockdown, New Police Station, and MoreChapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, September 14th. She discussed the most recent "armed and dangerous person" lockdown from UNC's campus on Wednesday. She also discussed the decision for the town to pursue a new location for the Police Station. She discussed the Chamber's State of the Community Report. She also remembered a former Chapel Hill Mayor who passed away earlier this month. She concluded by looking ahead to some activities coming up in the community, and more....more13minPlay
September 13, 2023Orange County: Commissioner Work Session, Early Voting, and MoreChair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, September 13th. She discussed the latest on the county's strategic plan and land use plan. She also talked about changes to voting for the upcoming November election. She talked about options for a viable voter I.D. She also discussed dates and locations for early voting in the county, and more....more12minPlay
September 12, 2023Hillsborough: HPD E-Bikes, US 70 Multi-Modal Study, Hog Day, and MoreHillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, September 12th. She discussed items from Monday night's meeting of the Hillsborough Board of Commissioners, including a discussion of system development fees. She also discussed the Hillsborough Police implementing the use of electronic bicycles, the latest on a multi-modal study of the US 70 corridor, and upcoming events in Hillsborough including Hog Day, and more....more9minPlay
September 08, 2023Carrboro: Upcoming Council Work, Bolin Creek Updates, Community EventsCarrboro Mayor Damon Seils spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Friday, September 8th. He discussed agenda items for the upcoming return of weekly town council meetings. He also updated both the Bolin Creek bridge repair and the Bolin Creek community feedback efforts. He also previewed upcoming events in the community including the Second Fridays Art Walk, and more....more8minPlay
September 07, 2023Chapel Hill: Bus Stop Feedback, Affordable Living Development, Home Football OpenerChapel Hill Mayor Pam Hemminger spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, September 7th. She discussed the town seeking feedback on bus stops for the upcoming Rapid Transit North South Line. She also talks about town preparation for the first home football game of the season coming up on Saturday. She also gave updates on several development projects, including the proposed Tanyard Branch project, and more....more12minPlay
September 06, 2023Orange County: Climate Action Plan, Emergency Preparedness, and MoreChair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, September 6th. She detailed the initial draft of the County's Climate Action Plan. She also discussed September as Emergency Preparedness Month and more....more13minPlay
September 05, 2023Hillsborough: Churton Street Redesign, Transition to Fall, and MoreHillsborough Mayor Jenn Weaver spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, September 5th. She discussed community feedback on a proposed Churton Street redesign that NCDOT is planning for the next several years. She discussed how community members can provide feedback, and what the timeline is for the project. She also discussed the transition to back to school and fall in Hillsborough, and more....more11minPlay
September 01, 2023Carrboro: Shooting Reaction, Town Manager Update, Truth PlaqueCarrboro Mayor Damon Seils spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Friday, September 1st. He discussed the tragic events on Monday at UNC, and the ensuing response and reaction by the community. He also gave us an update on both the Interim Town Manager, and the upcoming search for a long term replacement for departing manager Richard White. He also talked about this evening's Truth Plaque dedication at the Strayhorn home on Jones Ferry Road....more8minPlay
FAQs about Conversations with the Mayors:How many episodes does Conversations with the Mayors have?The podcast currently has 1,206 episodes available.