97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn of a pedestrian struck and killed by a vehicle in Pittsboro; a dog walker in Orange County discovers human remains; Orange High School’s Principal wins a statewide honor; we check the local government meeting schedule; Carolina Connection chimes in on the job market for grads, and more. In sports, the Diamond Heels close the regular season with a big series win; The Women’s Tennis team falls in the final four; the Women’s Lacrosse team gears up for the final four, and more.

97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday afternoon, 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey recaps the day’s news, from local government to business developments to UNC sports, and everything in-between. Hear compelling stories, breaking news, and more. Find all of Andrew’s 5:00 News Reports by clicking here.

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97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, May 19. They discussed the weekend in sports action, including a massive series win for the Diamond Heels on the road at Florida State. They also talked about the Women’s Lacrosse Team’s trip to the final four in Boston this weekend. They discussed a tough end to the women’s tennis season in spite of a trip to the final four. They also looked ahead at the week’s upcoming highlights, and more.

On Air Today features conversations with the latest newsmakers in our community, including local elected leaders, educators, business owners, and anyone else with their finger on the pulse of the greater Chapel Hill community.

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Deborah Stroman joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Friday, May 16, just hours before the 2025 WNBA tips off. After discussing some of the latest headlines around the NBA Playoffs — including the disappointment of the Cleveland Cavaliers and the lucrative business proposition a New York Knicks Finals run would create — Stroman shares her thoughts around an important season for the W. How should the league approach its collective bargaining agreement negotiations, and who does she think could be lifting the trophy by the end of the season?

Dr. Deborah Stroman — who is a UNC professor, sports businesswoman, former basketball player, and columnist — chats with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell each week about the world of sports. Click here to listen to their past conversations on the latest sports headlines and impact in the game, on culture, and for business.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell substitutes to host and share the latest local news stories on Friday, May 16. Orange County Schools’ and Orange High’s Jason Johnson earns a prestigious honor that spells a busy year ahead. A variety of construction projects lead to closures around different part of UNC’s campus, including the hospital. Orange County’s health department is preparing a symposium to inform people on the dangers of measles — and the extent to which vaccinations prevent the disease’s intense spread. Pittsboro’s town commissioners hear the budget proposal for the upcoming fiscal year and indicate the tax rate will remain flat. And in sports… both UNC women’s lacrosse and women’s tennis advance to the Final Four, Carolina softball plays in its first NCAA Tournament game in five years, and Diamond Heels baseball prepare for Game 2 in a monster regular-season finale.

97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday afternoon, 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey recaps the day’s news, from local government to business developments to UNC sports, and everything in-between. Hear compelling stories, breaking news, and more. Find all of Andrew’s 5:00 News Reports by clicking here.

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Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee joins 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, May 16. She helps preview the town’s Freight Train Blues Series as the first concert gets started and what makes music events so special in the community. Foushee also shares highlights from Tuesday’s work session, which included differing perspectives from town council members about how to approach components of the Downtown Area Plan. Finally, she details joining the “Move With The Mayor” campaign and the goals of the spring challenge.

Conversations With the Mayors is an ongoing series on “News on the Hill” where host Andrew Stuckey visits with the local government leaders who help shape our communities in Chapel Hill and the surrounding area. Each Tuesday he visits with Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell; Wednesdays feature a conversation with Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford; Thursdays feature Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson, and Fridays include a conversation with Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee. You can listen to previous “Conversations With the Mayors” here.

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UNC epidemiologist and senior scientist Nabarun Dasgupta joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Friday, May 16. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control released its 2024 overdose death data this week, which saw a relatively steep drop nationally. Dasgupta shares why that doesn’t surprise him considering the underlying data and how much work remains to continue overdose prevention efforts. He also shares how his work fits into the response efforts — as he helps lead the Opioid Data Lab as part of UNC’s Injury Prevention Research Center. Dasgupta also shares the importance of the local and state government responses to the opioid epidemic, especially as the federal government faces upheaval, and where North Carolina fits into the national picture in its strategies.

Learn more about the Opioid Data Lab here.

On Air Today features conversations with the latest newsmakers in our community, including local elected leaders, educators, business owners, and anyone else with their finger on the pulse of the greater Chapel Hill community.

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Gonzalez Painters and Contractors Integrator Jesus Avendano and Past President of Triangle Media Partners Ellen Shannon spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, May 17.  They discussed Triangle Media Partners 2025 Women of Achievement. They talked about the history of the event, this year’s event, why it is important for Gonzalez Painters and Contractors to support the 2025 Women of Achievement, and more.

On Air Today features conversations with the latest newsmakers in our community, including local elected leaders, educators, business owners, and anyone else with their finger on the pulse of the greater Chapel Hill community.

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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.

Each Thursday “News on the Hill” centers conversations around climate and sustainability for our Climate Thursday segment. We visit with community leaders, policy makers, and experts in the fields of climate science and sustainability in order to put all of the latest climate news into local context. Find past Climate Thursday conversations here.

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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.

Conversations With the Mayors is an ongoing series on “News on the Hill” where host Andrew Stuckey visits with the local government leaders who help shape our communities in Chapel Hill and the surrounding area. Each Tuesday he visits with Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell; Wednesdays feature a conversation with Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford; Thursdays feature Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson, and Fridays include a conversation with Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee. You can listen to previous “Conversations With the Mayors” here.

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Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, May 15, discussing town news and events. She reviewed the latest on the county budget, including highlight’s from the budget public hearing the commissioners held on Tuesday night. She also previewed an upcoming budget work session on Thursday night. She also previewed some upcoming weekend events, including the Pauli Murray Awards and more.

Conversations With the Mayors is an ongoing series on “News on the Hill” where host Andrew Stuckey visits with the local government leaders who help shape our communities in Chapel Hill and the surrounding area. Each Tuesday he visits with Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell; Wednesdays feature a conversation with Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford; Thursdays feature Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson, and Fridays include a conversation with Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee. You can listen to previous “Conversations With the Mayors” here.

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