Trending today: Victor celebrates “Ivan the Terra Bus,” a sturdy bus in Antarctica that’s being retired after 30 years of transporting scientists. (You’ll be able to visit Ivan if you want: it’s heading to a museum in New Zealand.) Victor celebrates the history of the bus – while Aaron praises what we have to assume must be amazing soundproofing technology for riders living in the lap of luxury.

Want to know what folks are talking about on social media? Every weekday on 97.9 The Hill’s “This Morning with Aaron Keck,” Victor Lewis scours the Internet for the day’s top trending stories, from weird news to wacky crimes to odd business ventures and everything in between. Click here to listen back to all our past What’s Trending segments – and tune in to “This Morning” on 97.9 The Hill every weekday at 7:45 to hear What’s Trending live on the air.

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In today’s news: a celebrated local nonprofit gets hit by federal anti-diversity cuts, and a Tar Heel basketball legend passes away. Also: a Chapel Hill Town Council member says she’s not running for re-election; Chapel Hill signs off on a major affordable housing project; state budget writers contend with federal cuts; Chapel Hill’s mayor pushes for federal help on housing and transit; a local teacher wins a statewide award; UNC men’s golf gets off to a rough start in their NCAA regional; and a local middle-school quiz bowl team wins a national championship.

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For the third year in a row, Chapel Hill’s Kenan Stadium is hosting a high-profile international soccer friendly. This year’s match will take place Tuesday, June 10, pitting the Mexican national team against the Turkish national team as part of “MexTour 2025.” Laurie Paolicelli of the Orange County Visitors Bureau and UNC professor (and major soccer fan) Pablo Vega join Aaron to discuss the game, the experience, the special events that are being planned for the day, and the overall impact on our community.

Conversation made possible by the Chapel Hill/Orange County Visitors Bureau. Click here to buy tickets for the match on June 10.

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Trending today: filling in for Victor Lewis (and wearing a tinfoil hat), Michael Koh reflects on the Chicago-ness of the new pope. In that vein, Aaron and Michael consider where Pope Leo might stand today on the question of pizza: deep dish, or traditional Italian style? You can’t have it both ways…

Want to know what folks are talking about on social media? Every weekday on 97.9 The Hill’s “This Morning with Aaron Keck,” Victor Lewis scours the Internet for the day’s top trending stories, from weird news to wacky crimes to odd business ventures and everything in between. Click here to listen back to all our past What’s Trending segments – and tune in to “This Morning” on 97.9 The Hill every weekday at 7:45 to hear What’s Trending live on the air.

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Aaron welcomes Wendy Smith and Anne Waters of The ArtsCenter to discuss their upcoming “GALAxy 51” event at the Haw River Ballroom. That event will take place Saturday, May 17, from 6-9 p.m., with great food, a live auction, and more – all to raise funds to support The ArtsCenter’s educational programming, scholarships, and studio improvements.

Conversation presented by The ArtsCenter. Click here to buy tickets and get more information about GALAxy 51.

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In today’s news: a wild party in Cedar Grove leads to charges for the property owner, and local governments struggle with budget issues. Also: UNC holds spring commencement; a local teacher receives an honor nobody else has ever achieved; multiple Tar Heel teams head into NCAA tournament action (including UNC softball, for the first time in six years); and UNC trades barbs with a reporter over the status of Jordon Hudson.

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This week, Brad and Aaron ask: what’s a date-night idea that you and your special someone can dive into on looks and vibes alone? Aaron recommends a vibey outdoor experience in Hillsborough, while Brad encourages folks to roll the dice on unknown bands at Cat’s Cradle.

Are you looking for romantic date-night ideas in Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and the greater Triangle community? Memorable restaurants, cultural experiences, special events, great places to get outdoors? Every Friday morning at 8:30, Aaron Keck and his husband Brad Bednar go on 97.9 The Hill and offer their recommendations during “Date Night” on This Morning with Aaron Keck. Click here to listen back to all their past segments – and tune in to This Morning every Friday at 8:30 to hear “Date Night” live on the air.

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Trending today: the rise of drone shows as a replacement for fireworks. Being a traditionalist, Victor’s not sold on them yet, though Aaron wonders if they’re more or less eco-friendly. (Also, Victor reflects on his recent trip to an MLS soccer game – not so much the on-field experience as the pageantry in the stands.)

Want to know what folks are talking about on social media? Every weekday on 97.9 The Hill’s “This Morning with Aaron Keck,” Victor Lewis scours the Internet for the day’s top trending stories, from weird news to wacky crimes to odd business ventures and everything in between. Click here to listen back to all our past What’s Trending segments – and tune in to “This Morning” on 97.9 The Hill every weekday at 7:45 to hear What’s Trending live on the air.

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Aaron welcomes Bill Maier, co-author of the “Celebrity Word Scramble” book series, now up to 21 volumes. Maier discusses the origin of the project, the process of creating puzzles, and some of his favorite editions – including an entire book devoted to Tar Heel basketball history.

Conversation presented by Celebrity Word Scramble.

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In today’s news: the mayors of Chapel Hill and Carrboro announce their re-election bids, and Chapel Hill gears up for a big soccer friendly. Also: OWASA crews respond to a water main break; Orange County Commissioners weigh a possible property tax increase; the General Assembly considers a controversial school-library bill; UNC baseball gets a big win; Tar Heel softball bows out of the ACC tournament; Carolina lacrosse stars earn All-America honors ahead of the NCAA tournament; NCAA play begins for Tar Heel women’s tennis; and the Washington Capitals even up their playoff series with the Carolina Hurricanes.

97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday morning, 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck recaps the day’s news, from local government to business developments to UNC sports. Click here to listen back to all of Aaron’s daily news reports, which you can hear live during “This Morning with Aaron Keck” every weekday from 6:00 to 9:00 a.m.

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