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

The radio voice of UNC Women’s Basketball Matt Krause spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, March 17. He discussed the UNC Women’s Basketball team’s #3 seed in the NCAA Tournament. He talked about the matchup with Oregon State on Saturday. He also discussed the importance of UNC hosting NCAA tournament games at Carmichael Arena this weekend. He took a closer look at the other four teams that will be at the Chapel Hill site, 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 and Chapelboro.com Social Media Manager Henry Taylor spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, March 17. He discussed the latest on Chapelboro’s social media platforms, including some upcoming content with Art Chansky. They discussed the upcoming UNC basketball broadcast schedule on 97.9 The Hill, as both the men’s and women’s team will be in the NCAA Tournament this week. You can find 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com on social media platforms by searching for @wchlChapelboro, including our Blue Sky account.

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 a Carolina Connection story on deportation fears on campus. We hear from Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell on the town’s decision to lower the speed limit on US 70 through town. We hear the latest on the skate park coming to Pittsboro, and more. In sports, UNC men’s basketball gears up for their third matchup of the year with Duke, possibly with an NCAA Tournament birth on the line, 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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Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, March 14 discussing town news and events. She discussed her trip to Washington, D.C. this week for the Congressional Cities Conference, including interfacing with both of North Carolina’s Senators and Carrboro’s representative in congress. She also talked about a recent open house for the town’s move toward a project zero pledge to end bicycle and pedestrian fatalities, discussed the upcoming grand opening ceremony for the Drakeford Library Complex, 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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David Glenn of the North Carolina Sports Network spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey. David was in Charlotte for the ACC Tournament. He discussed UNC’s recent resurgence as they have now won eight of their last nine games. He talked about this specific matchup with Duke, UNC’s NCAA Tournament chances win or lose, 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 Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee on transportation projects the town is giving priority to. We hear a UNC Media Hub story on the Cobb Terrace Neighborhood. We hear a Carolina Connection story on students working the graveyard shift at WXYC, and more. In sports, the All-ACC team is announced for men’s basketball, UNC learns their opponent for Wednesday’s ACC Tournament game, 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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Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, March 11, discussing town news and events. He discussed the business of the board of commissioners meeting on Monday night, including an update from the Boys and Girls Club, a police update, and the latest on affordable housing in Chatham Park. He discussed the new Chatham Park YMCA, which has a ribbon cutting scheduled for Wednesday morning. He previewed the upcoming NC Main Street Conference, 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, March 11, discussing town news and events. He discussed a speed limit change for U.S. 70 in town. He also talked about an update from the police department that was shared with the town council. He discussed upcoming Creek Week activities, 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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UNC men’s basketball dropped its regular season finale vs. No. 2 Duke on Saturday in a rivalry matchup that had big implications for both programs — and which was reflective of their seasons. 97.9 The Hill’s Art Chansky joins News Director Brighton McConnell to discuss the performance, as well as whether this is the most complete Duke team Art has seen and how the Blue Devils’ are particularly well set for the transfer portal era. Where did Carolina’s season go sideways, and will the team’s recent play of late make any different with a tough ACC Tournament draw?

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 News Director Brighton McConnell substitutes for Andrew Stuckey on Monday, Mar. 10 to deliver listeners the latest local headlines. A pair of teenaged suspects in dramatic gun violence cases in Chapel Hill are now officially caught, with local authorities updating the cases from January and February. UNC says it’s pivoting from its plans to test an alternative fuel source at its cogeneration plant on West Cameron Avenue, pledging instead to do a comprehensive energy analysis. The Chair of the Chatham County Commissioners details why improving public school flexibility is an important legislative goal for the local government — and the area community colleges. In sports, UNC men’s basketball falls to No. 2 Duke in a rivalry game with high stakes, and Carolina women’s basketball sees its ACC Tournament run fall short in the semifinals. Plus: a recap of other Tar Heel sports, including Carolina Wrestling’s performance in the ACC Tournament.

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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