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Judy Miller’s Not Ready for the Farm navigates our universal journey of aging — consciously, realistically, and with a great attitude. Through candid conversations with professionals, authors, and everyday people, Judy Miller and her sidekick, Jess Anderson, with humor and compassion, deep dive into the issues we confront as we grow older. No holds barred as we explore money, relationships, living life to the fullest, family dynamics, finding our purpose, third acts, retirement, health and health care, longevity, activities, travel, community, loneliness, quality of life and dying. Often painf
Brad Bannon This Week: Brad Bannon is a national political strategist and the host of the progressive podcast “Deadline D.C. with Brad Bannon” that features the very best in aggressive progressive, must-see online TV. Guests on the show are prominent people and players from the worlds of politics and policy. Bannon is also the author of “The Bannon Ballot Blast “on his Substack page . As the CEO of Bannon Communications, he has advised Democrats, labor unions and progressive issue groups on polling and message development for decades. His clients have included the National Education Associatio
The Carolina Football Hour on Franklin is presented by Chapel Hill Tire, Now open Saturdays at their Crabtree and University Place Locations. College football season is back, and so is the Carolina Football Hour on Franklin! 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell and Michael Koh return, but with a revamped show part of the pregame coverage lineup. To set the table for UNC’s season and opening game vs. TCU, the pair discuss how the stakes are high for Bill Belichick’s program over in Ireland and what offseason changes could bring (chiefly, offensive upgrades). Koh shares insight into what should ma
This week, Dr. Deborah Stroman discusses “Cultural Wars: Hot Seat for Stephen A. Smith and Caitlin Clark”. The post August 29, 2026 appeared first on Chapelboro.com.
North Carolina Sports Talk Legend David Glenn of the North Carolina Sports Network spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, August 28. He discussed the UNC football team’s prospects as the season gets started in Ireland this weekend. He talked about what is different on this year’s team, how difficult making improvements in the win-loss record may prove, and the implications of how the season plays out for head coach Bill Belichick, and more. On Air Today features interviews and conversations with the latest newsmakers in our community — including local elected leaders, educators,
97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the evening news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear more coverage of the UNC Football team in Ireland, preparing for tomorrow’s game against TCU. We get more details as the investigation continues on a fatal stabbing in Carrboro. Chapel Hill prepares for a G20 Technology event coming to the Carolina Inn early next week. The UNC Women’s Soccer team also plays in Ireland, 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’
Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, August 28, discussing town news and events. She talked about the first week of school in the community and recounted her participation in welcoming students to Northside Elementary. She also discussed last weekend’s memorial service for late Orange County Commissioner Jamezetta Bedford, recounting key moments and takeaways from the celebration of her life. She outlined the work a tree expert is doing for the town in assessing tree health in public spaces around town, and more. Mayor Barbara Foushee of Carrboro.
Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, August 27. She discussed some recent economic development awards won by the town. She also talked about the first week of school playing out in our community. She previewed some upcoming events in the community, including an upcoming meeting next week of G20 leaders at the Carolina Inn, 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 Chape
Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jean Hamilton speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, August 26. She recaps Tuesday night’s board meeting — the first of the month — which featured swearing in a new member, Rani Dasi. She also details the board’s approval of a new bidding system for unsolicited sales of county-owned land, shares her thoughts on Jamezetta Bedford’s recent memorial, and details of one way the county plans to honor the late commissioner. Conversations With the Mayors is an ongoing series on “News on the Hill” where host Andrew Stuckey visits with the loca
Rita Van Duinen — the branch manager of Pittsboro’s Chatham Community Library — joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, August 26. Van Duinen recently finished an NC LEAF fellowship, which trains librarians to navigate statewide tools and databases that are helpful to entrepreneurs. She details what the fellowship was like and the ways it can help small business owners in the community — primarily, being free of charge. Van Duinen also shares upcoming opportunities for listeners to learn more and utilize her new skills. Each week, News on The Hill engages in conversation with Ch
97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell guest hosts and details the latest local news stories on Wednesday, August 26. Rani Dasi officially joins the Board of Orange County Commissioners and immediately has some of her first votes. Chapel Hill hosted the celebration of life service for the late Jamezetta Bedford, which featured emotional stories and the awarding of a key to the city. Glenwood Elementary’s PTA shares a statement about broken trust, while CHCCS officials say the delay in a decision about Glenwood students’ location will not affect the immediate steps in redistricting prep
Theodore Nollert — the director of policy for Carolina Forward and a Chapel Hill Town Council member — joins 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Wednesday, August 26. North Carolina passed its first comprehensive state budget bill in three years earlier this summer…and that means the legislature is working on its first budget corrections bills in three years. Nollert culled through the items in the bills for Carolina Forward, sharing some encouraging and some concerning items in the legislation. He also shares thoughts on how the process of the corrections bills are flawed, allowing more mon
Chapel Hill Poet Laureate Donovan Livingston and Community Arts & Culture Marketing & Communications Coordinator Darien Cropper spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, August 26. They discussed the role of Chapel Hill Poet Laureate, which now has open applications as Livingston’s term will soon be concluding. They discussed the application process, requirements, and opportunities of the position. They also talked about Livingston’s “Community Mixtape” and a special Chapel Hill Transit bus wrap that will be coming out later this fall, and more. 97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.
Welcome to Talking Culture! In this weekly interview series from 97.9 The Hill WCHL, you’ll hear from writers, performers, musicians and individuals involved in advancing and promoting cultural arts in our community. Talking Culture is proudly sponsored by Duke Graduate Liberal Studies; a 30-hour, self-designed liberal arts master’s program at Duke University, offering an interdisciplinary graduate experience tailored to your interests and life experiences. Welcoming students from all walks of life, learn more here! This Saturday, August 29, you’re invited to the Seymour Center in Chapel Hill
Trending today: Michael Koh and Andrew Stuckey fill in for Victor and Aaron. Michael talks of “Open Tryouts” for the Greensboro G-League team, leading to speculation about who will show up to try to make the team. They also discuss what skill set is most elite at basketball for Michael, and more. 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
97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey fills in for Aaron Keck with the morning news. In this edition of the news we hear more on upcoming elementary school redistricting in Chapel Hill Carrboro City Schools. We also hear highlights and reflections from the memorial service for Jamezetta Bedford, which took place this past weekend. In sports we hear from TCU head coach Sonny Dykes on how to prepare for the Tar Heels, and more. 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
97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell substitutes and shares the latest local news stories on Tuesday, August 25. The Orange and Durham County sheriff’s offices each share updates about local high schools that went into secure mode for different incidents on Tuesday: one for a weapon on campus, and another for an assault on staff members. The Orange County Board of Commissioners prepare to welcome its newest member. A local pollster shares how a gap in voting enthusiasm points toward Democrats performing well in North Carolina’s fall elections. A senior at Chapel Hill High School is f
Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp joins 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell over the phone on Tuesday, August 25. Ahead of its September meeting with a focus on several development-related items, Shipp previews what the Board of Commissioners will be discussing. The first item is a review of the exterior renderings and early design of the new town hall, which will be built along J.A. Farrell Street. The next is an Economic Development Strategy to more broadly help the town plan for (and support) a blend of businesses, which will diversify the tax base and create more dynamic areas within t
Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, August 25. On the heels of Monday’s Board of Commissioners’ meeting, Bell shares some early details and discussions by commissioners about the town’s draft Affordable Housing Strategy — which will help Hillsborough better map out its goals and ability to add, preserve, and encourage affordable housing. Bell also shares his thoughts from Jamezetta Bedford’s memorial this past weekend. Mayor Mark Bell of Hillsborough Conversations With the Mayors is an ongoing series on “News on the Hill” where host Andrew St
Trending today: Michael Koh fills in for Victor Lewis, and brings word of a restaurant in Florida that is offering a “Nude Dining Night,” after the success of a private nudist event. Michael and Andrew both express their discomfort at the idea of nude dining, and more. 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 Tren
97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey fills in for Aaron Keck with the morning news. In this edition of the news we hear more on a student who refurbished a greenhouse at Chapel Hill High School. The local government meeting schedule shows the Orange County Commissioners meeting tonight at 7 at the Southern Human Services Center. In sports, we hear from newly named starting quarterback Billy Edwards, and more. 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 governmen
Tar Heel Sports Network play-by-play broadcaster and host Jones Angell speaks with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell on Monday, August 24. Ahead of UNC football’s first game of the season — the special season kick-off over in Dublin, Ireland — Angell shares his impressions of what will make this year’s team different from the first under head coach Bill Belichick that underwhelmed. He also dives into updates to the “Carolina Football Live” coach’s show, which debuts tonight and features many more voices in addition to more of Belichick. On Air Today features interviews and conversations with
97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell guest hosts and shares the latest news stories on Monday, August 24. It’s the first day of class for many local public school students — and for Glenwood Elementary, their last in the current building and together as its Mandarin magnet program. Glenwood families share their disappointment and frustration with the closure and transition process. In Chapel Hill, former Orange County Commissioner Jamezetta Bedford is honored at her weekend memorial service. The Town of Chapel Hill’s economic development department wins awards for its work during Tro
97.9 The Hill Sports Reporter Michael Koh joins News Director Brighton McConnell on Monday, August 24, to help share big news for the pair’s “Carolina Football Hour on Franklin.” As the show returns for a second season, it will be moving to a pregame slot on the airwaves of the flagship station for Tar Heel sports: three hours before each game’s kick-off. Koh and McConnell share what listeners can expect and what they’re excited about, as well as details of 97.9 The Hill’s other UNC football programming for the 2026 season. On Air Today features interviews and conversations with the latest new
Executive Director of EMPOWERment Delores Bailey and UNC Basketball Legend Phil Ford joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, August 20. They discussed the upcoming 30th Anniversary Gala for EMPOWERment. They recapped the history of the organization, their current initiatives and more. They also previewed the upcoming gala at The Story Venue. Buy tickets for the EMPOWERment 30th Anniversary Gala here. 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
