97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell substitutes on the air to deliver the top local news stories for the afternoon of Wednesday, April 16. Chapel Hill and Carrboro Police said the juvenile suspect in a pair of armed carjackings is in custody. Orange County approves its land purchase in Hillsborough for its future crisis diversion facility. Chapel Hill opens its inclusive playground after renovations at Community Center Park, and a new maternity center opens in Chapel Hill to offer alternative birthing options while honoring its predecessor in the building. One Chatham County gas station makes news for demolishing a mural, while another makes news for selling a million-dollar lottery ticket. In sports: UNC football sees some notable departures as the spring transfer portal windows opens up and Carolina baseball continues to rake with another run-rule victory.

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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Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford joins 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell over the phone on Wednesday, April 16. Bedford recaps Tuesday night’s board meeting — which featured the approval of purchasing land in Hillsborough for the county’s future Behavioral Health and Crisis Diversion Facility. The board chair discusses the county’s hopes for the facility and the hurdles that remain ahead before it comes to fruition. She also shares the latest county discussions around raising the tax rate during the current property revaluation cycle, and the advice given by board members to concerned citizens at Tuesday’s meeting.

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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CEO of the North Carolina Children’s Museum — formerly called Kidzu — Jamie Dement Holcomb joins 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, April 16. With the Chapel Hill museum forced to adapt after a water main break at its University Place location, the museum is reprioritizing its long-term plan of building an expanded, permanent facility off Mt. Carmel Church Road. Holcomb details those early plans and the philosophy behind the rebranding to become the North Carolina Chidren’s Museum. Plus, she details the other exciting additions to its offerings: a makerspace at the Boxyard RTP with many hands-on activities and a mobile museum set to take a science exhibit on the road.

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97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news we hear about a new development approved by the Chapel Hill Town Council on South Elliot Road. We hear from Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee on recent bills put forward in the North Carolina General Assembly. We hear about what comes next for Mebane’s social district now that it’s one year pilot period is almost up, and more. In sports, the Diamond Heels had a huge weekend, sweeping Wake Forrest and moving up to #12 in the national rankings. We also hear results from lacrosse, tennis, golf, 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, April 14. He discussed the weekend in locals ports, including the UNC Football team’s “Practice Like a Pro” Event, which was an open spring practice. He discussed the choice of not having jersey numbers for the practice, and the lack of information provided. He discussed what this practice can tell us about the upcoming season and more.

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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, April 14. He discussed weekend activities, his choice for the segment’s theme song, and more. He also talked about a recent video the social media team made as part of our T-Shirt Design Contest, 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. Listen back to all the archives of On Air Today here.

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97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear from Orange County Commissioner Jamezetta Bedford on the “revenue-neutral” tax rate. We hear a Carolina Connection story on raw milk from a farm in Cedar Grove. We hear about this weekend’s ClydeFEST in Chatham County, and more. In sports, The Diamond Heels get rained out and rescheduled as part of a busy UNC sports weekend, 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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Deb Stroman joined 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, April 11, discussing several iconic Spring Sports events. First, she debriefed her trip to the NCAA Women’s Basketball Final Four in Tampa. She discussed highlights and takeaways from the games and the weekend in general. Next she talked about the WNBA draft coming up next week. She also talked about this year’s Master’s golf tournament taking place this weekend, and more.

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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Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, April 11, discussing town news and events. She talked about the recent Town Council work session, in which the looked at the budget big picture. She also discussed recent open streets events that closed Weaver Street to vehicle traffic, and talked about the long-term possibility of that becoming permanent. She also responded to the number and scope of bills introduced to the General Assembly, 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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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. Listen back to all the archives of On Air Today here.

Local Artist and Owner of Lapin Blue Mike Benson and Screen Printer and Owner of The Merch Chip Hoppin spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, April 11. They discussed T-shirt design dos and don’ts, offering tips for making a good and effective T-shirt. Mike talked about the artistic process of designing a shirt, while Chip discussed what designs are most effective for a T-shirt. They also talked about WCOM moving to Drakeford Library Complex, and more.

Elijah and Hubert Davis in a 97.9 The Hill WCHL t-shirt designed by Mike Benson

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