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

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, November 13, discussing town news and events. She discussed the highlights from the Chapel Hill Town Council meeting from earlier in the week, including an update to the town’s formal petition process. She also talked about the Gap in SNAP funding and the ways in which the community came together to fill those gaps. She also previewed upcoming 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, November 12, discussing county news and events. She talked about the commissioners recent discussion of rural land use. She outlined a plan to sell vacant park land off Millhouse road to a recreation non-profit. She discussed Veterans Day activities in the community, an upcoming “repair cafe” coming to the Whitted Building, 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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97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell speaks with Elaina Young and Samantha Owusu of the Chatham County Public Health Department on Wednesday, Nov. 12 to hear about new services launching soon at the department’s clinic in Siler City. Young, who is a public health social worker, details new clinicals for HIV prevention, Hepatitis C treatment and opioid use treatment. Owusu, who is a community health supervisor, brings some data to why these services are particularly important to the Chatham community and continue the county’s efforts to promote harm reduction methods. Finally, Young provides cost details (most of it free!) and how best to get in touch with the department to learn more.

This conversation is presented by the Chatham County Public Health Department.

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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Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, November 11, discussing town news and events. He got into a busy and lengthy Board of Commissioners meeting, which saw the approval of the Small Area Plan for Chatham Park’s South Village. He also talked about approval of the Reeves Farm development on the West side of downtown. He also discussed the passage of the town’s Climate Action Plan, and more.

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, November 11, discussing town news and events. He discussed Veteran’s Day, and his participation in an Orange County event earlier in the day. He also discussed cold weather shelters and a food distribution event from last weekend. He talked about the installation UPROAR art in the town’s sculpture garden, 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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Sean Kelley, Co-Director of Duke’s Veterans Transition Research Lab spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, November 11. He discussed the history of the lab, which seeks to understand why highly skilled veterans have a hard time finding jobs after leaving the military.  He discussed some of their findings so far, and what he hopes they are able to do next.

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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97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey, discussing the weekend in UNC sports. They talked about UNC Basketball’s huge early season win at home over Kansas, football earning their second straight ACC win, the field hockey team collecting their 9th consecutive ACC title, 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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97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager Henry Taylor spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, November 10. He discussed some recent content on Instagram celebrating 97.9 The Hill’s 9th consecutive win as North Carolina Association of Broadcasters Non-Metro Station of the Year. He also discussed some recent trends on social media, including a new video game featuring a “Proximity Chat” feature, 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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Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, November 7, discussing town news and events. She recapped Tuesday’s municipal election, which saw her reelected to a second term. She also discussed continued uncertainty around federal food benefits amid the government shutdown. She talked about ongoing community outreach efforts around the Downtown Area Plan, upcoming events in Carrboro, 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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Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, November 6, discussing town news and events. She talked about election night, which saw two town councilmembers earn reelection and the election of two first time councilmembers. She also talked about upcoming food distribution events and ongoing effects to community members. She discussed the town’s trails reopening several months early after storm damage. She also previewed several 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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