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

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, October 17. He discussed the upcoming weekend in sports for UNC, including a lot on the line in tonight’s football matchup with Cal. He talked about the field hockey team with a top 10 matchup at Syracuse, the volleyball team looking to stay unbeaten in ACC play, both soccer teams and tennis teams in action, 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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Kathie Russell, Pittsboro Rotarian and one of the organizers of the Pittsboro Street Fair, spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, October 16. She discussed the Pittsboro Street Fair, which takes place on Saturday, October 25 in Pittsboro. She shared some of the highlights of the street fair, including the extended hours with a band playing from 4-6 p.m. She outlined some of the history of the fair, it’s purpose, previewed a new app to help visitors maximize their street fair experience, 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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Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, October 16, discussing town news and events. She talked about the town finding a way to open some of the greenways damaged by this summer’s flooding, while the repairs are ongoing. She also previewed some upcoming events in the community, including the town’s Festifall Markets, the beginning of the early voting period for our municipal elections, 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, October 15, discussing county news and events.  She talked about the start of early voting in Orange County, which gets underway tomorrow. She also shared updates from the county’s fire departments from last night’s board of commissioners meeting, as well as an update on the Land Use 2050 plan, 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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Carrboro Poet Laureate Liza Wolf-Francis joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey in studio on Wednesday, October 15.  She discussed this weekend’s West End Poetry Festival, outlining highlight’s from the festival’s three-day schedule, which begins on Thursday, October 16. She also discussed the application process for Carrboro’s next poet laurate, with the application now open on the Town of Carrboro website, 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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ACME Chef and Owner Kevin Callaghan and Sonark Founder and CEO Steven Raets spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, October 14. They discussed this weekend’s Salt & Smoke & Sound Festival at Blackwood Farm Park in Chapel Hill. They discussed how their collaboration came about, what to expect from the entertainment and the food, and more.

They also talked about supporting the Orange County Arts Commission, and more. Salt & Smoke & Sound is a family friendly community cultural celebration of the finest regional music, art, food, and craft drinks.

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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Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey in studio on Tuesday, October 14 discussing town news and events. He discussed a rezoning proposal on Park Road that was denied by the board after many community members chimed in. He also gave updates on the Chatham Park South Village Small Area Plan, the Reeves Farm development, and more. He also previewed upcoming events in town, including the Pittsboro Street Fair, 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, October 14, discussing town news and events. He talked about the county’s Land Use 2050 Plan, and how there are some areas that may be at issue for Hillsborough. He also talked about the town getting a new license plate reader system and the pushback from some community members on that. He talked about the ceremony for new Police Chief Jason Winn, 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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NC House Minority Leader and District 54 Representative Robert Reives joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey in studio on Monday, October 16. He discussed the continued budget impasse in the state legislature. He also talked about charges faces by Guilford County Rep. Cecil Brockman, and the calls for Brockman to resign. He talked about the legislature restricting zoning power of some local government for UNC System projects, his thoughts on Head Coach Bill Belichick, and more.

Robert’s Rules is our regular check in with Representative Robert Reives, representing Chatham County in North Carolina’s 54th district, and leading the Democratic caucus in the state house. Every two weeks Rep. Reives shares the latest news from the General Assembly in Raleigh, and his unique perspective on state and national political news.  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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CHCCS Director of Technology Debby Atwater and Director of Digital Learning Al McArthur spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, October 15. They discussed the CoSN Aware, a recent distinction awarded to the district for protecting student data privacy. They also discussed the district’s Digital Learning Plan, the technology roll out for the start of the year, and more.

Speaking of Schools is our regular check-in with the public K-12 school districts in our community.  You can find conversations with leaders from Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools, Orange County Schools, and Chatham County Schools by clicking here.

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