News On The Hill with Andrew Stuckey (97.9 The Hill)

97.9 The Hill’s Deborah Stroman joins News Director Brighton McConnell for her weekly segment on Friday, Apr. 10. With UNC hiring former Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone to now lead its men’s basketball program, the athletics department is betting on a seasoned professional — but one who has not coached exclusively college players in a while. Stroman shares her thoughts on how the current college sports landscape may create challenges for Malone, who is known for being tough and straightforward with his players. She also shares her perspective of someone who joined the Carolina Family after not having played in Chapel Hill for college.

Dr. Deborah Stroman — who is a consulting professor for UNC and Virginia, sports businesswoman, former basketball player, and columnist — chats with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell each week about headlines from the world of sports. Covering both local and national stories, Stroman specializes in connecting the on-field product to the impact of sports on business, culture and society. Listen to their past conversations on Chapelboro, Spotify and wherever you get your podcasts.

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97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell fills in for Andrew Stuckey on Friday, Apr. 10. The Savannah Bananas are in town for two sold-out games in Kenan Stadium, and Chapel Hill preparing for the business of Banana Ball. A murder suspect for a tragic stabbing is extradited back to Orange County. Siembra NC speaks out against the deportation of two Durham school kids alongside their parents ahead of an asylum hearing. Roy Cooper brings his U.S. Senate campaign to Durham to tout policy pledges to lower the cost of living. Plus: the Casual Pint of Chapel Hill aims to reopen soon and a busy weekend of Carolina spring sports is ahead!

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 Evening News Reports by clicking here.

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Town of Chapel Hill Business Vitality Manager Sarah Potter joins 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, Apr. 10 to help preview the weekend of Banana Ball ahead! With the Savannah Bananas bringing their sport to UNC’s Kenan Stadium, the Chapel Hill community is preparing for major activity in and around town. Potter shares what it’s been like preparing for the two games, her coordination with local businesses to capitalize on the foot traffic, and how the early signs of cooperation indicate more events like this in the future for the Chapel Hill community.

Find a guide to Chapel Hill’s Savannah Bananas game-day programming and specials here.

On Air Today features interviews and 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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Glenn Boothe of Andmoreagain Presents spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, April 10. He talked about recent shows in the community, including Big Star. They talked about Big Star’s legacy and how they each learned about the band. They also talked about upcoming shows on the Andmoreagain Presents lineup, and more.

On Air Today features interviews and 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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Moorefields Executive Director Cecily Nisbet and The The Colonial Inn General Manager Kaity Farthing spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, April 9, discussing upcoming events in Hillsborough. Nisbet discussed the history of Moorefields, the upcoming Hillsborough Jazz Festival, and other events at Moorefield’s. Farthing discussed her experience in Hillsborough so far, the revamped menu for Spencer’s Tavern at The Colonial Inn, and more.

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Dani McIvor Executive Director of The Alliance for Historic Hillsborough; Moorefields Executive Director Cecily Nisbet; Andrew Stuckey Host of News on The Hill on 97.9 The Hill WCHL; Colonial Inn General Manager Kaity Farthing

On Air Today features interviews and 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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Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, April 9, discussing town news and events. She gave a recap of the most recent meeting of the Chapel Hill Town Council, which saw updates on economic development, the Land Use Management Ordinance rewrite, and more. She also talked about a busy weekend coming up in Chapel Hill, which includes two sold out “Banana Ball” games at Keenan Stadium, the UNC Science Expo, 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 Jean Hamilton; 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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Morehead Planetarium and Science Center Community Engagement Manager Erik MacIntosh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 7. He discussed this weekend’s UNC Science Expo, which will be at the Morehead Planetarium this Saturday from 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. — a signature events of the North Carolina Science Festival. Learn more at MoreheadPlanetarium.com.

On Air Today features interviews and 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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Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 7. She discussed the recent meeting of the county commissioners, which saw an update on this year’s budget, and more. She also talked about challenges for area non-profits, gave an update on the VinFast plant near Moncure, and more.

97.9 The Hill’s broadcast of the Chatham County Roundup is sponsored by Chatham County’s own Rocky River Hemp, your local source for regeneratively grown hemp CBD and THC products like oils, salves, gummies, seltzers, facial serums and dog treats.

Each week, News on The Hill engages in conversation with Chatham County leaders for the Chatham County Roundup. You can find previous conversations with Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp, Chatham County Commissioner Karen Howard, and other county leaders by clicking here.

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Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 7 discussing town news and events. He talked about the upcoming July 4 celebration for the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. He also discussed sign ups for an upcoming Police Academy from the town of Hillsborough. He also previewed the upcoming meeting of the Hillsborough Board of Commissioners, 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 Jean Hamilton; 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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North Carolina Sports Network’s David Glenn spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, April 6. He discussed the recently reported hiring of Michael Malone as the new coach of UNC Men’s Basketball. He discussed the pedigree and reputation Malone has accrued in his decades long tenure as an NBA Coach. He also talked about the challenges facing a first time college coach, the importance of understanding the lore of Tar Heel basketball, and more.

On Air Today features interviews and 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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