Conversations with the Mayors

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Conversations with the Mayors

Every week, 97.9 The Hill WCHL's Aaron Keck chats with the mayors of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough, plus the chair of the Orange County Board of Commissioners. From breaking news to hot-button issues, they cover all the big news, trends, events and developments in one of the most exciting, most progressive, most desirable, and fastest-growing communities in America.

  1. 23 HR. AGO

    Orange County: Multimodal Plan, Detention Center Staffing, Anna Richards Legacy

    Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, November 11. She discussed the business of the county commissioners' meeting on Tuesday night, including the approval of a county multimodal plan. She also discussed a report on staffing concerns at the county's detention center, and talked about the legacy of outgoing commissioner Ana Richards, and more.

    15 min

  2. 2 DAYS AGO

    Hillsborough: Passing of a Local Legend, Traffic Calming for Fairview, Toy Drive

    Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, November 19. He discussed the events of last week's Hillsborough Town Board of Commissioners meeting, including the approval of traffic calming measures for the Fairview neighborhood. He also discussed an upcoming toy drive from the Hillsborough Police and Fire Departments. He talked about the passing of local legend Wesley Woods from Dual Supply, and more.

    6 min

  3. NOV 14

    Chapel Hill: Town Staff in Western NC, Concept Plan for Multi-Unit Housing, Parking Fees

    Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, November 14. She discussed the town council recognizing town staff who have traveled to western North Carolina to support communities in hurricane recovery and rebuilding. She discussed the challenges faced by those staff members, and what comes next for recovery support. […]

    12 min

  4. NOV 8

    Carrboro: Election Response, New Town Council Member, Drakeford Library Complex

    Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Friday, November 8. She responded to results from Tuesday's election, and reaffirmed some of Carrboro's commitments to its residents. She discussed the election of new Town Councilmember Cristobal Palmer. She also talked about the official passage of the name Drakeford Library Complex, including an opening date coming into focus. She also discussed upcoming town events, and more.

    11 min

  5. NOV 7

    Chapel Hill: Election Aftermath, Bonds Pass, Town Events

    Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, November 7. She discussed election aftermath at the national and state levels, including the election of Chapel Hill native Josh Stein as Governor. She also talked in detail about the town's bond referendums, which easily passed in Tuesday's election. She also discussed some recent town news, some upcoming town events, and more.

    10 min

  6. NOV 1

    Carrboro: Drakeford Library Complex Update, Affordable Housing Plans

    Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Friday, November 1. She discussed the most recent update on the completion of the Drakeford Library Complex, formerly known as the 203 S. Greensboro Project. She suggested that the building may not be open until early 2025, but the finishing touches are in progress. She also discussed an upcoming community Q & A as the town considers affordable housing on town owned parcels of land. She also discussed other town news and events.

    13 min

  7. OCT 31

    Chapel Hill: Election, Murals, Weavers Grove

    Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, October 31. She talked about the evening's Halloween festivities, the upcoming election, some new public artwork around town, and latest dedication at Weaver's Grove. She also talked about other town news and events.

    10 min

  8. OCT 30

    Orange County: Cyber Security with Chief Information Officer Robert Reynolds

    Chief Information Officer for Orange County Robert Reynolds spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, October 30. He discussed the responsibilities of the CIO, and what services that coves for the county. He also discussed October as Cyber Security Month, what the county is doing to keep systems safe, and more.

    9 min
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About

Every week, 97.9 The Hill WCHL's Aaron Keck chats with the mayors of Chapel Hill, Carrboro, and Hillsborough, plus the chair of the Orange County Board of Commissioners. From breaking news to hot-button issues, they cover all the big news, trends, events and developments in one of the most exciting, most progressive, most desirable, and fastest-growing communities in America.

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  • Creator
    Chapelboro.com
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
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    © 97.9 The Hill WCHL/Chapelboro.com
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