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

97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell substitutes to share the latest local news stories and headlines on Thursday, April 3. Carrboro Police investigate an evening carjacking and ask the public for help identifying a subject. UNC’s Carolina Across 100 initiative is helping plan long-term recovery efforts for Hurricane Helene victims in western North Carolina, and the program leader details her takeaways from a listening tour of the affected communities. Chapel Hill and Pittsboro organizers prepare a protest for Saturday against President Donald Trump’s administration’s actions. Local governments’ budgeting season is underway, and Pittsboro’s mayor details the separation of the budget discussions from revaluation efforts. The Chatham County Chamber of Commerce names a new president and CEO. Plus: UNC women’s basketball sees its first potential transfer portal departure of the offseason, UNC men’s club basketball is fundraising for its trip to the national tournament, and a Carolina fencer earns a big ACC honor.

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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Manley Fuller, the vice president of conversation policy for the North Carolina Wildlife Federation, speaks with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Thursday, April 3. With U.S. Environmental Protection Agency preparing to shift its Waters of the United States rule, advocates like the North Carolina Wildlife Federation are warning of the potential adverse effects for the state’s wetlands and water biomes. Fuller details how these changes got started by the U.S. Supreme Court, and the reasoning behind North Carolina’s state government already rolling back some wetland protections last year. Finally, he shares some thoughts about what community members and North Carolinians can do in reaction to any further changes.

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 past Climate Thursday conversations here.

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Chapel Hill Mayor Pro Tem Amy Ryan joins 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell in studio on Thursday, April 3. As the town continues to navigate budgeting season through a revaluation cycle and upheaval at the federal government, Ryan shares what residents need to know about the process and opportunities to both learn more and share their thoughts. Chapel Hill announced an opening date for a new playground, and the mayor pro tem shares why she’s excited about the changes. Plus, as we enter Earth Month, Ryan details some upcoming town programming and celebrates a new program: a e-bike library, which allows community members to try out the eco-friendly transportation option.

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 Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news we learn of Chatham County’s response to a lawsuit alleging they denied a church’s rezoning request for religious reasons. We hear a Carolina Connection story on the impact of a proposed TikTok ban. We hear from House Minority Leader Robert Reives on the current work of the General Assembly, and more. In sports, the Diamond Heels throw a no-hitter, the men’s basketball team makes an add from the transfer portal, 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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Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, April 2, discussing county news and events. She discussed the recent meeting of the county board of commissioners, which included decisions about transportation priorities for the county, a presentation on the county’s 10-year Capital Improvement 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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97.9 The Hill Station Manager Aubrey Williams and Marketing and Operations Manager Jada Jarillo joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, April 2. They discussed the Third Annual 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com T-Shirt Design Contest presented by The ArtsCenter. Aubrey shared her inspiration for the T-shirt design contest, and everyone shared their favorite designs from past contests. They also discussed the May 11 deadline, the $979 prize money, 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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Morehead Planetarium Community Engagement Specialist Will Freund spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 1. He discussed the upcoming UNC Science Expo, running from 11am-4pm Saturday, April 5. The UNC Science Expo is a signature event of the North Carolina Science Festival. Learn more about one of the biggest science celebrations in our state at Moreheadplanetarium.org. He discussed the planning of the event, what visitors can expect, 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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Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, April 1, discussing town news and events. He discussed a recent budget budget retreat for the town board, and shared that a tax rate increase is unlikely this year. He also discussed some long-term spending projects factoring into the town’s budget, and more. He discussed the upcoming ribbon-cutting for a refurbished Clyde Jones mural, the upcoming ClydeFest at the Ag & Conference Center on April 13, 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, April 1. He discussed the ongoing Hillsborough Climate Challenge which continues through Earth Day on April 22. He discussed upcoming events in the Climate Challenge, and the broader intent of the program. He also updated a pump station replacement project, discussed the timeline for the town’s participation in the America 250 Celebration coming up next year, 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 and Chapelboro.com sports reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, March 31. He discussed the weekend in sports, which included the concluding game for UNC women’s basketball, as they lost to Duke in the sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament. He also talked about the UNC baseball season as ACC play continues, and the women’s Lacrosse team, who is currently ranked second in the nation. He also talked about other weekend results, 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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