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

97.9 The Hill’s Deborah Stroman and Brighton McConnell talk on Friday, September 11 and react to the recent results of HBCU teams against Power 4 teams, including Thursday’s 77-7 blowout of Florida A&M by Miami. Stroman shares her thoughts on whether the games are really achieving what both programs are seeking and what kind of lessons can be pulled from a loss like that. And ahead of a big finals weekend at the U.S. Open, she shares her thoughts about the American representation in the semifinals.

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’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson on the initial council discussion of the Land Use Management Ordinance (LUMO). We hear from Chancellor Lee Roberts on how many Carolina Covenant scholars are in this year’s freshman class, and more. In sports, women’s soccer opens ACC play with a win, football prepares for their home opener, and more.

97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in the greater Chapel Hill and Carrboro community. 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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Former Simpsons writer and showrunner Bill Oakley spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, September 11. He discussed this weekend’s “Steamed Hams–The 30th Anniversary Live Show,” and “An American Culinary Curiosity Dinner,” which will both be taking place at the Fullsteam Theatre in Durham this week. He discussed his time on the Simpsons, what to expect at the events, 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, September 11, discussing town news and events. She talked about the Second Fridays ArtWalk happening downtown tonight, and the vibrancy that provides the downtown area. She also discussed a new community composting program that provides compost drop-off locations around the county. She previewed the coming Tuesday’s Town Council meeting, which will be the first since early in the summer, and more.

Mayor Barbara Foushee of Carrboro.

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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97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the evening news. Included in this edition of the news we hear a story on the open application for Chapel Hill Poet Laureate. We also hear more on the CHCCS School Bus assignment saga to start the school year. A missing person is located injured near the Haw River just outside of Pittsboro, and more. In sports, we hear from UNC head basketball coach Michael Malone, update results from fall sports, and more.

97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in the greater Chapel Hill and Carrboro community. 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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UNC Hussman School of Journalism and Media Professor Daniel Kreiss spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, September 10. He shared his experience on September 11, 2001 living in Brooklyn, specifically outlining the way people consumed media at the time. He talked about how the tragic event fostered a sense of community in a way that would be less likely in the current media landscape. He also talked about the advantages of having more information available, 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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Keeper of the Haw and Executive Director of the Haw River Assembly Emily Sutton spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, September 10. She discussed recent work of the Haw River Assembly, including the upcoming State of the Haw Report, learning opportunities for 4th graders, and more.

Emily Sutton, Haw River Assembly

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 our past Climate Thursday conversations here.

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Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey in studio on Thursday, September 10, discussing town news and events. She discussed the upcoming football home opener, which features a pre game concert by Shaquille O’Neil (as DJ Diesel) on campus at 10 a.m. on Saturday. She also talked about the town council’s return to regular meetings, with Wednesday night’s work session focused on specific aspects of the LUMO document, and more.

Mayor Jess Anderson of Chapel Hill.

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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Chair of the Orange County Commissioner Jean Hamilton spoke with 97.9 The hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, September 9, discussing county news and events. She previewed several upcoming gatherings of the Orange County Commissioners over the next week, which includes a Thursday work session, a Monday retreat and a regular Tuesday meeting. She also previewed upcoming events and more.

Photo via Hamilton for Orange County.

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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Science Education Specialist Amy Sayle spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, September 9. She discussed her background in science, here interest in the stars, transitioning from her role at the Morehead Planetarium. She discussed an opportunity to see the International Space Station pass by tonight at 8:30, the striking brightness of Venus for the next couple of weeks, and more. She also outlined key celestial events and viewing opportunities during the next month, 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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