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The Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: State Legislature Vs. Local Government, UNC Women’s Tennis, and Jim Lampley on Silence97.9 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.
In today’s news: local leaders oppose state bills that would restrict towns and counties, and UNC women’s tennis wins the ACC title. Also: federal cuts kill a UNC-based weather center...2025-04-2108 min
This Morning with Aaron Keck (97.9 The Hill)The Morning News: State Legislature Vs. Local Government, UNC Women’s Tennis, and Jim Lampley on Silence97.9 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.
In today’s news: local leaders oppose state bills that would restrict towns and counties, and UNC women’s tennis wins the ACC title. Also: federal cuts kill a UNC-based weather center...2025-04-2108 minThis Morning with Aaron Keck (97.9 The Hill)On Air Today: ‘It Happened!’ with Broadcast Legend Jim Lampley97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every weekday morning, 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck chats with government officials, UNC scholars, business and nonprofit leaders, area musicians, and others in our community as they share their thoughts, their experience, and their expertise on the central issues of today. Click here to listen back to all of Aaron’s conversations – and tune in to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” at 7:30 a.m. on 97.9 The Hill to hear those conversations live.
Aaron welcomes sports broadcasting legend (and WCHL alum) Jim La...2025-04-1412 min
News On The Hill with Andrew Stuckey (97.9 The Hill)On Air Today: Designing a 97.9 The Hill WCHL T-Shirt with Mike Benson and Chip Hoppin
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.
Local Artist and Owner of Lapin Blue Mike Benson and Screen Printer and Owner of The Merch Chip Hoppin spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Friday, April 11. They discussed T-shirt design dos and don’ts, offering tips for making a good and effective T-shirt. Mike talked about the artis...2025-04-1114 min
History Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Pushing Against the Boundaries97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
Click here to listen back to the full History Matters archive – and tune in to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” Thursday mornings at 8:30 on 97.9 The Hill to hear those conversations live.
This week...2025-03-2706 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: Carrboro Fire, UNC Students Aiding Helene Recovery, UNC Women’s Basketball97.9 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.
In today’s news: an apartment fire displaces two Carrboro residents, and UNC law students help victims of Hurricane Helene. Also: we preview a pair of local government meetings tonight; Gov. Josh Stei...2025-03-2709 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: E-Bike Thefts, Campus Protests, Transfer Portal Opens97.9 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.
In today’s news: UNC police report a string of e-bike and scooter thefts, and two Tar Heel basketball stars hit the transfer portal. Also: UNC students protest the Trump administration...2025-03-2611 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: Orange County Land Use, UNC Protest Policy, Tar Heel Women’s Basketball97.9 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.
In today’s news: Orange County Commissioners talk long-term land use, UNC trustees pass a resolution governing campus protests, and Carolina women’s basketball is through to the Sweet 16 – and a rematch with Duk...2025-03-2511 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: UNC Men’s Basketball Out, UNC Women’s Basketball Playing On97.9 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.
In today’s news: we preview UNC women’s basketball in the NCAA second round – and recap the men’s season, which ended on Friday. Also: the Hillsborough town board gets set to honor th...2025-03-2412 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: Ribbon Cuttings, ‘Priceless Gems,’ UNC Basketball Previews97.9 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.
In today’s news: Tar Heel men’s and women’s basketball gear up for NCAA action, and UNC displays its “Priceless Gems” at Wilson Library. Also: Carrboro cuts the ribbon on the new Drak...2025-03-2111 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Green To The Max97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
Click here to listen back to the full History Matters archive – and tune in to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” Thursday mornings at 8:30 on 97.9 The Hill to hear those conversations live.
This week...2025-03-2008 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: Diversity and Development in Chapel Hill97.9 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.
In today’s news: Chapel Hill deactivates 17 pages on its website, then quickly restores them after a public outcry. Also: the Chapel Hill-Carrboro school board gets set to begin budget talks; Durham...2025-03-2010 min
The 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – Men’s Basketball Wins, Website Controversy, Property Revaluation97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear about UNC Men’s Basketball’s emphatic opening round win at the “First Four” in Dayton. We also learn of a website controversy from the Town of Chapel Hill, after pages outlining the town’s LGBTQ+ history appeared to be scrubbed from the website. We hear about the property revaluation process happening in Orange County, and more. In sports, Tar Heel teams compete today, athletes earn individual honors, and more.
97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local ne...2025-03-1911 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: Tar Heels Silence the Doubters, Property Revaluation Notices Get Mailed97.9 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.
In today’s news: UNC men’s basketball opens the NCAA tourney with a big win, and property revaluation notices go out in Orange County. Also: the State House signs off on a $535 mi...2025-03-1910 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)5:00 News – NCAA Basketball, Graig Meyer on Staying Engaged, Barbara Foushee on North Carolina’s U.S. Senators97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear from State Senator Graig Meyer on the importance of folks staying engaged and channeling their energy locally. We hear from Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee after a visit to Washington, D.C. In sports, the UNC Men’s Basketball Team prepares for NCAA Tournament action tonight in Dayton, as they are playing in the “First Four” games, 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 Stu...2025-03-1811 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: Progressives Pushing Back, NCAA Tournament Begins97.9 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.
In today’s news: elected officials urge local progressives to stay energized, and the NCAA tourney begins for UNC. Also: upcoming meetings for Orange County Commissioners and the Carrboro Town Council; a les...2025-03-1810 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – NCAA Tournament Selections, New YMCA, Mebane North Village97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn more about the UNC Men’s Basketball team’s inclusion in the NCAA Tournament. We learn about the women’s team getting a three seed, which allows them to host first and second round games in the tournament. We hear about the opening of the new Chatham County YMCA in Chatham Park. We hear about a development project coming to Mebane, and more. In sports, it was a busy weekend for Tar Heel teams beyond basketball, including a senior night win for the...2025-03-1714 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: The Tar Heels Go Dancing97.9 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.
In today’s news: UNC men’s basketball gets a surprise NCAA tourney bid, while the Tar Heel women will host rounds 1 and 2. Also: Orange County Commissioners push for their priorities at th...2025-03-1711 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – UNC vs. Duke Take 3, Deportation Fears on Campus, Lower Hillsborough Speed Limit97.9 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 headqu...2025-03-1412 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: Immigration Concerns on Campus, Previewing UNC-Duke III97.9 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.
In today’s news: local experts address UNC student concerns about immigration enforcement on campus, and Tar Heel basketball gets set for Duke after beating Wake Forest in Thursday’s ACC quarterfinal...2025-03-1410 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Mr. Watson, I Want You97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
Click here to listen back to the full History Matters archive – and tune in to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” Thursday mornings at 8:30 on 97.9 The Hill to hear those conversations live.
This week...2025-03-1307 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: ‘Stand Up For Science,’ ACC Tournament97.9 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.
In today’s news: demonstrators “Stand Up For Science” and fight federal cuts in Raleigh, and UNC men’s basketball advances to the ACC quarterfinals with a big win over Notre Dame. Also: a...2025-03-1309 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: Another UNC Lawsuit, No to Senior Housing, ACC Tournament Begins97.9 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.
In today’s news: UNC gets sued for coming down too hard on antiwar protestors, a day after the Trump administration demands an even harder crackdown. Also: the State Senate approves two c...2025-03-1209 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – Carrboro Transportation Projects, Cobb Terrace, All-ACC97.9 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-C...2025-03-1113 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: No Pellet Burning at UNC; Attempted Murder Arrest; All-ACC RJ Davis97.9 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.
In today’s news: UNC says they won’t try burning plastic pellets for energy after all, and local officials make arrests in a pair of recent shootings. Also: the Trump administra...2025-03-1113 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News: UNC Pulls Pellet Plan, Legislators Talk Calendars, Carolina Basketball Loses to Rivals97.9 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...2025-03-1014 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: ACC Tournament Week, School Calendar Flexibility97.9 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.
In today’s news: UNC men’s basketball gears up for a make-or-break ACC tournament, after losing to Duke on Saturday. Also: Hillsborough considers speed limits; school officials talk recruitment and retention; C...2025-03-1010 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – Carolina Basketball, Hillsborough Train Station97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck (filling in for Andrew Stuckey) presents the afternoon news. In today’s news: UNC women’s basketball advances to the ACC tournament semifinals with a gutsy win over Florida State, and we look ahead at Saturday’s Carolina-Duke men’s game. Also: Orange County names the 17-year-old suspect in a February shooting; Hillsborough officials look ahead to the town’s future train station (with a still-uncertain completion date); OWASA officials look back on their recent hurricane-relief work; and we look ahead to a very busy weekend in Tar Heel sports, featuring big home games for UNC base...2025-03-0711 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: Hillsborough Train Station, ACC Women’s Tournament, Senior Night97.9 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.
97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey fills in for Aaron Keck with the morning news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn of a shooting in Hillsborough, get the latest on the...2025-03-0711 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – Hillsborough Shooting, USAID Locally, Women’s Basketball Wins97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news we learn of a Thursday morning shooting in Hillsborough. We also hear from the Carrboro Town Council on the local impacts of USAID shutting down. We also hear from State Rep. Renee Price on the Progress Now Caucus at the General Assembly. In sports, the UNC Women’s Basketball team opened their ACC Tournament run with a win over Boston College. We hear from Alyssa Ustby who played for the first time in four games, and more.
97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chap...2025-03-0607 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: It’s Good To Have Connections97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
Click here to listen back to the full History Matters archive – and tune in to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” Thursday mornings at 8:30 on 97.9 The Hill to hear those conversations live.
This week i...2025-03-0607 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: Local Electeds Vs. Trump, UNC Women’s Basketball Vs. the ACC97.9 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.
In today’s news: local elected officials push back against the Trump administration (and Republicans in the General Assembly). Also: the CHCCS school board gets ready for budget talks; a Franklin Stree...2025-03-0607 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – Rep. Foushee on State of the Union, Hillsborough Police Chief Retires97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear from United States Representative Valerie Foushee on her decision to not attend the State of the Union Address Tuesday night. We also hear a story on how members of the local Hispanic community are responding to the possibility of mass deportations. We hear from Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell on the upcoming retirement of police chief Duane Hampton, and more. In sports, UNC Women’s Basketball learns their opponent for tomorrow’s ACC Tournament game, the men’s team wins their sixth in a row...2025-03-0512 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: H’boro Police Chief Leaving, UNC Downs Va Tech, Local Immigrants Vs. Trump97.9 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.
In today’s news: Hillsborough’s police chief says he’s leaving after 14 years, and UNC men’s basketball gets its sixth straight win. Also: Carrboro police make two arrests in a string of vehic...2025-03-0510 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: Local Leaders Defending Diversity, UNC Basketball Facing Virginia Tech97.9 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.
In today’s news: local elected officials push back against anti-diversity bills in the General Assembly. Also: progress continues at Chatham Park, with way more to come; the Chatham Sheriff’s Office gets un...2025-03-0409 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: Fire Hose Hits Pedestrians, Domestic Assault, UNC Basketball97.9 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.
In today’s news: two pedestrians are in the hospital after being struck by a falling hose from a Chapel Hill fire truck. Also: authorities are searching for a 17-year-old suspect who fi...2025-03-0311 minThe Morning News (This Morning with Aaron Keck)The Morning News: Property Revaluation, UNC Protests, Carolina-Duke Basketball97.9 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.
In today’s news: UNC sets system-wide rules for campus protests, and Orange County sees a big spike in property values since 2021. Also: Chapel Hill Transit puts seven electric buses back on the ro...2025-02-2811 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – UNC Protest Policy, Chatham County Domestic Violence Shelter, WBB vs. Duke97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn of new policies from the UNC Board of Governors on campus protests. We hear a story on a domestic violence shelter being planned in Chatham County. We hear about public art coming to Pittboro, and more. In sports, the women’s basketball team faces off against Duke at Cameron Indoor tonight, 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...2025-02-2709 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Boston Can Have The Sun97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
Click here to listen back to the full History Matters archive – and tune in to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” Thursday mornings at 8:30 on 97.9 The Hill to hear those conversations live.
This week i...2025-02-2707 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News: UNC Men’s Basketball Hires GM, Extends Davis; Cancer Researchers Share Funding Concerns97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell substitutes for Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, Feb. 25 and shares the latest local news. UNC men’s basketball officially hires and names its first general manager of the program, with Carolina Athletics detailing what the role will entail. Orange and Chatham counties’ commissioners are set to hold meetings after delays last week. Despite a postponed grand opening ceremony, the Drakeford Library Complex is fully open in Carrboro — and marks the start of a new anchor resource for the downtown. UNC researchers detail their concerns about the effective freeze and federal funding cuts threatened by Trump...2025-02-2615 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News: Missing Woman Found, Greenways in Chapel Hill, UNC-Florida State PreviewIn today’s news: Chapel Hill police locate a woman who’s been missing for weeks, and UNC basketball preps for Florida State. Also: upcoming meetings for the Hillsborough town board and Durham County Commissioners; a study for an “everywhere to everywhere” greenway plan in Chapel Hill that would provide a comprehensive network of trails for bikers and pedestrians to get around town; UNC officials and agencies celebrate Black History Month, Trump be damned; the Tar Heel women’s basketball, baseball, and men’s lacrosse teams move up in the national rankings after big wins over the weekend; and the Carolina...2025-02-2412 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Silas, You’re a Genius!97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
Click here to listen back to the full History Matters archive – and tune in to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” Thursday mornings at 8:30 on 97.9 The Hill to hear those conversations live.
This week...2025-02-2006 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Every Day Is Valentine’s Day97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
Click here to listen back to the full History Matters archive – and tune in to “This Morning with Aaron Keck” Thursday mornings at 8:30 on 97.9 The Hill to hear those conversations live.
This Valent...2025-02-1308 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News: UNC System Memos, Protecting Manufactured Homes and Carolina Spring Sports97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell guest-hosts the program on Friday, Feb. 7 and shares the latest local news. The UNC System suspends any graduation requirements stemming from courses teaching diversity, equity and inclusion as a method to ensure compliance with one of President Donald Trump’s executive orders. System President Peter Hans sends a memo to UNC trustees rolling back their authority for several actions around athletics after recent controversy about their involvement in a coaching hire. Local advocates for manufactured home communities detail the challenges facing their residents and urge people to keep their needs in mind. Baldwin Pa...2025-02-0817 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Carry Something Beautiful In Your Heart97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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Leading wit...2025-02-0607 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – Med Deli Open Date Targeted, Change at the Top For CHCCS, GM for MBB97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear from Med Deli and The Story Venue owner Jamil Kadoura on when he plans to reopen Med Deli’s West Franklin Street location. We learn more about Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Superintendent Nyah Hamlett stepping down at the end of the year. We learn about a positive rabies test in Orange County, hear about a forum on low barrier housing, and more. In sports, UNC Men’s Basketball looks to add staff including a General Manager, several Tar Heel athletes earn individ...2025-02-0513 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News: Remembering Rebecca Lobach and William Leuchtenburg; Duke Crushes UNC97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell substitutes for “News On The Hill” on Monday, Feb. 3. The tragic helicopter-airliner crash at Ronald Reagan National Airport included a Triangle native and UNC alumna, as the military and university community mourn her death. A major figure in UNC’s history department and the presidential research world dies at 102 years old. An Israeli hostage with Chapel Hill ties is released by Hamas in the latest swap over in Gaza. The UNC System names its newest trustee for the Chapel Hill flagship campus. Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee pledges to continue recognizing and celebrating Black histor...2025-02-0415 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – Occaneechee Raceway, Federal Funds Freeze, Women’s Basketball97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear a story on a major expansion of Eno River State Park, which will now include the Occaneechee Raceway property and more. We also continue to hear local reaction to the proposed freezing of federal funding across the board. In sports, we preview the women’s basketball team’s west-coast matchup with the Cal Golden Bears, learn the ACC Baseball pre-season coaches poll, and more.
97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every...2025-01-3009 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: ‘Disaster Is Rarely As Pervasive As It Seems’97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2025-01-3006 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – Snow Clean-Up, Enforcing H.B. 10, Cogen Hearing97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn more about the process of returning to normal schedules and travel after Tuesday night’s snowfall. We also hear from Orange County Sheriff Charles Blackwood on H.B. 10, or he ICE detention bill. We hear a story on the UNC Cogen Plant’s proposal to burn fuel pellets. In sports, the women’s basketball team prepares to face Wake Forest tonight. Several Lacrosse players earn pre-season honors, and more.
97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local ne...2025-01-2312 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Great Women and Great Amendments97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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Scott’s sno...2025-01-2306 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: The History Is Always Hot97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week i...2025-01-1608 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – Snow Recap, Local Government, Arts in Orange97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we recap Chapel Hill’s first significant snowfall in years, which was followed by ice and caused delays and closures into Monday. We also check this week’s local government meeting schedule, learn of a grant awarded to the Orange County Sustainability Team, and more. We hear a story on the arts in Orange County from our Forum on The Hill series. In sports, we recap both men’s and women’s basketball, wrestling gets a big win, and more.
97.9 The Hill WCHL...2025-01-1312 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Standardization, Old-Timey Pens, and Jimmy Carter’s UFO97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week’s...2025-01-0907 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – Carrboro High on Secure Mode, Duke Energy Lawsuit, Basketball vs. SMU97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news for Tuesday, January 7. Included in this edition of the news, we hear of a morning investigation that temporarily had schools near Carrboro High School in “Secure Mode” Tuesday morning. We hear from Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee on what to expect next from the town’s lawsuit against Duke Energy. We check in on state news, hear from the owner of Hillsborough’s newest bar, and more. In sports, the men’s basketball team prepares for a crucial matchup against SMU, the women’s team drops in the rankings, and more.
97.9 The...2025-01-0707 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Lunsford’s Croup Salve97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2025-01-0208 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – Tragic Car Crash, Diversity In Business, Reflecting on 202497. 9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, a tragic drunk driving accident on Saturday takes the life of three people just north of Hillsborough. We reflect on 2024 with a story from Carolina Connection about unexpected impacts of Hurricane Helene. We also hear from the Diversity in Business panel from 97.9 The Hill’s Forum on the Hill. In sports, both basketball teams win over the weekend, UNC ranks second in the Learfield Director’s Cup, and more.
97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in Cha...2024-12-2614 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Don’t Mention The Twelve Days!97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-12-2608 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Flights and Fights97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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Scott and A...2024-12-1907 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – Town Government, Business Break-In, Belichick97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear the latest from the local government meeting schedule for the week, including a busy agenda for the Pittsboro Town Board of Commissioners. We hear details on a break in from last week at Quantum Soul on Graham Street. We hear from Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee on a proposed housing development on Homestead Road. In sports, men’s basketball wins, women’s basketball loses, and everyone talks about Bill Belichick.
97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local...2024-12-1608 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: The Bell Tolls for the Bill of Rights97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week m...2024-12-1210 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Not His-tory or Her-story, But Our-story97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-12-0508 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – Advisory Boards Out, Cristobal Palmer In, Coach Search Begins97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn of a split vote from the Chapel Hill Town Council to eliminate 8 advisory boards. We also hear from Carrboro Mayor Barbara Foushee on newly sworn in Town Councilmember Cristobal Palmer. We also hear a story updating UNC’s attempts to reduce its carbon footprint, check state news from the General Assembly, and more. In sports, the football coaching search gets underway, basketball preps for a matchup with Alabama, Erin Matson gets another honor, and more.
97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chap...2024-12-0313 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Imagine Thanksgiving Without Sweets97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-11-2907 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – Local Government, Chris Blue Retirement, Basketball Tournaments97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear about the local government meetings scheduled for today. We hear from Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson on Chris Blue’s retirement. We get an update on an arrest of a Chapel Hill man in Hillsborough during a traffic stop, and more. In sports, the women’s basketball team wins a tournament as the men are set to begin one, the football team suffers a blowout, and the rest of the weekend in UNC sports.
97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com ar...2024-11-2509 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News: CommunityWorx Names Partner, Chapel Hill Woman Wins Lottery, UNC Field Hockey Falls97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell substitutes for Andrew Stuckey and shares the latest local news on Friday, Nov. 22. After going through foreclosure and seeking a buyer of their Carrboro property, CommunityWorx reveals its potential new partner: Shared Visions Foundation. UNC police are investigating a student who allegedly cloned key fobs and security cards to illegally access buildings. Chapel Hill continues to decompress and discuss the removal of public artwork caught in the Israel-Palestine debate, as well as discuss the future of several advisory boards. A Chapel Hill resident wins big on a $1 lottery ticket. Plus: top-ranked UNC field...2024-11-2316 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: The Witch of Wall Street97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-11-2107 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – State Supreme Court Update, Town Staff Recognized, Hotel in Pittsboro97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn the latest on the razor-thin vote count for North Carolina Supreme Court. We also hear a story about Chapel Hill town staff who have assisted in western North Carolina recovery being recognized. We hear about the new Hampton Inn in Pittsboro from mayor Kyle Shipp. We also check the local government meeting schedule, and more. In sports we hear from Offensive Coordinator Chip Lindsay on Omarion Hampton, check the updated basketball rankings, update tournament runs for the soccer teams, and more....2024-11-1909 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – Supreme Court Vote Count Continues, School Bond Money, Football Wins Again97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn the latest on the razor-thin margin in the vote count for state supreme court. We also hear from the Chair of the Orange County Commissioners on what comes next for the $300 million of school bond money approved in the election. We learn of a change of leadership at Wolf Speed, update a crime story from the weekend, hear about an overnight closure on I-40, and more. In sports, the football team continues to win, the men’s basketball team rolls, and the...2024-11-1812 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – Post Election Anxiety, Big UNC Sports Weekend97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear a story on how community members are coping with post-election anxiety. We also learn of new charges in the Faith Hedgepeth murder. We preview a Repair Cafe event in Hillsborough, discuss some traffic closures, and more. In sports, UNC Field Hockey gets an NCAA Tournament win, football turns their season around thanks to an emerging young star, and several other UNC teams are in action this weekend.
97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in...2024-11-1513 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – Remembering Reese McHenry, New Facility for PORCH97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, the local music community mourns the loss of rocker Reese McHenry. We hear a Carolina Connection story on the changes at UNC’s Campus Y. We hear from the founder of an event that helps people repair broken items. We hear from PORCH on their brand new Carrboro facility, and more. In sports, yesterday was signing day for several UNC sports, 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...2024-11-1411 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Gentle Persuasion97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-11-1409 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News: Promoting Turkish Culture, Spotlighting Climate ChangeIn today’s news: Chapel Hill’s Sancar Foundation seeks to expand its efforts to promote Turkish culture, and local student advocates try to raise awareness of climate change. Also: an upcoming Chapel Hill Town Council meeting, with a housing proposal on the agenda; a ceremony in Pittsboro to honor veterans; a guilty plea for a former North Carolina insurance magnate; a big win for UNC women’s basketball; individual honors for several Tar Heel athletes; and a Netflix spotlight for a prominent Chapel Hill jeweler. Aaron Keck fills in for Andrew Stuckey.
97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapel...2024-11-1313 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News: Veterans Day Ceremony, Naloxone Kiosk, and UNC Football Finding Its Groove97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell fills in on “News On The Hill” and shares the latest local headlines on Tuesday, November 12. A quartet of local elected bodies meet Tuesday night, some of which were pushed because of the Veterans Day holiday. On Monday, the Orange County Veterans Memorial hosted its annual ceremony to honor veterans — but a key member of its organizing committee was no longer there. Chatham County Public Health Department announces a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new resource to try and prevent opioid overdoses. Chapel Hill warns of some disruptive road work scheduled for Wednesday. Ashley Ward o...2024-11-1316 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: ‘Still, I Am One’97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-11-0707 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – Early Voting Totals, Election Day Tomorrow, Basketball Begins97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we hear the final totals from early voting. We also hear a Carolina Connection story on the courting of the “Bro Vote.” We check the schedule of local government meetings, hear from Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp on his recent State of the Town Address, and more. In sports, the football team makes it two in a row, both basketball teams start their season, the soccer teams compete in the ACC Tournament, and more.
97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headqu...2024-11-0414 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Angry Wilmingtonians97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-10-3109 minThe 5:00 News (News On The Hill)The 5:00 News – Early Voting, Election Stakes, Florida State Prep97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn the latest early voting numbers. We also hear about a couple of the issues that are lingering for some community members as the election nears. Ashley Ward talks about continuing investments in climate resiliency, and Mellissa Jacoby discusses the abuse of bankruptcy law. In sports, Geoff Collins weighs in on the UNC football team’s defense as they prepare for Florida State, national rankings update, and more.
97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news in C...2024-10-3006 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Women in Water97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-10-2408 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Impossible Feats97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-10-1709 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Everybody Cares97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-10-1008 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Medals and Meddlers97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-10-0308 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Building The Cores97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-09-2610 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Keep On Your Quest97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-09-1908 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: A Dreadful Bumclangor97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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Aaron hijac...2024-09-1211 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Labor Day, Integration, and KFC97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-09-0510 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: History on the Hudson97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-08-2907 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Rainbows and Radios97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-08-2209 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Dune Day97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-08-1511 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Tropical Storms and Olympic Champions97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-08-0808 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Early Theoretical Physics97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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Scott and A...2024-08-0109 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Amelia Earhart, Media Hog97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-07-2511 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Treacherous Atlantic Crossings97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-07-1811 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Silhouettes of Independence97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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On this spe...2024-07-0310 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Women’s Rights on Wheels97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-06-2709 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Crosswords and Chocolate Chips97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-06-2010 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Kites and Constitutions97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-06-1311 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Decision Day, Maybe97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-06-0610 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: Pedestrians and Walkers97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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This week...2024-05-3009 minHistory Matters (This Morning with Aaron Keck)History Matters: She Sells Seashells (And That’s Only The Beginning)97.9 The Hill WCHL and Chapelboro.com are your headquarters for local news and local voices in Chapel Hill-Carrboro. Every Thursday morning, local historian Scott Washington joins 97.9 The Hill’s Aaron Keck for “History Matters,” a look back at notable events and significant figures from this week in history, ranging from pioneers to writers to inventors to civil rights champions and more, locally, nationally, and beyond.
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Scott and A...2024-05-2309 min