Andrew Stuckey

5 days ago | chapelboro.com | Andrew Stuckey

Deborah Stroman spoke with 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, May 9. They discussed the changing landscape of college athletics, and where Carolina’s brand fits into that landscape, 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.

5 days ago | chapelboro.com | Andrew Stuckey

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn that Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee and Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson will both seek reelection for a second two year term this November. We learn of a 2,500 person party leading to charges against an Orange County property owner. He check in on continued budget talks, hear a MediaHub story on a banned books bill, and more.

5 days ago | chapelboro.com | Andrew Stuckey

Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, May  9, discussing town news and events. She discussed her announcement this week that she will be seeking a second term as mayor, and how she arrived at that decision. She also discussed the first look at Town Manager Patrice Toney’s budget for the upcoming fiscal year. She discussed major takeaways from the budget, the use of the fund balance, the challenges presented by the current economic landscape, and more.

5 days ago | chapelboro.com | Andrew Stuckey

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, May 9. He discussed the weekend in UNC sports, including the Diamond Heels impressive Thursday night win, and a look ahead to the rest of the series. He also talked about the Lacrosse teams, with both men’s and women’s hosting NCAA action this weekend. The women’s team awaits the winner of Navy and Clemson for a Sunday matchup, while the men’s team hosts Richmond on Saturday.

6 days ago | chapelboro.com | Andrew Stuckey

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee announced her intention to run for reelection this year. Later in the day, Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson announced her intention to run for reelection as well. We also hear about recent polling numbers in North Carolina from Tom Jensen, as well as a story on the impact of recent cuts on the local science community, and more.