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Trending today: Aaron, Michael, and Henry discuss Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s affair with a purported Chinese spy. Aaron points out two observations: first, it’s noteworthy that government spies are apparently spying on corporations now, in addition to (or instead of?) other countries. Second: if she really is a spy – what a damn good spy! (Also, Aaron takes Brad to Topgolf, and Mi...

In today’s news: the Carrboro Town Council discusses a proposal to merge the town’s police department with Chapel Hill’s. Also: Orange County names a new(ish) transportation director; local leaders and veterans commemorate Veterans Day in Chapel Hill; UNC’s Board of Trustees considers a tuition hike for out-of-state students; and the Haw River Assembly urges residents to le...

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jean Hamilton spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, November 11, discussing county news and events. She talked about Veteran’s Day events throughout the community, including two at which she spoke. She also recapped this week’s meeting of the commissioners, which had the board getting a report from the Partnership to End...

Science Education Specialist Amy Sayle spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, November 11. She discussed here current residency at the Grand Canyon, including what the expectations are and what she has found different there so far. She also shared significant celestial events to keep an eye on in the coming weeks, and more. On Air Today features interviews and conversations...

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 gradu...

Trending today: after attending two very nerdy events, Aaron realizes that America’s geeks have turned against tech. (AI and social media, especially.) But America’s geeks have always been very conspicuously on the cutting edge of tech and being pro-technology – so when did the switch happen? Michael Koh and Henry Taylor weigh in with their guesses. (Also, Aaron tries out his gol...

Aaron welcomes local muralist Loren Pease , who’s just completed a new mural at the Chapel Hill Community Center on Estes Drive. Pease discusses the process of creating a mural – and how this particular finished product turned out. She’s joined by Steve Wright, the public art coordinator for Chapel Hill Community Arts & Culture, to discuss the work that went into commissionin...

In today’s news: Orange County marks Veterans Day, and Carrboro considers a police merger with Chapel Hill. Also: the Carrboro Town Council approves a new Carrboro Elementary School building; vote-counting continues from last week’s midterm election; Bandido’s Mexican Cafe announces it’s closing after 31 years in operation; and UNC breaks ground on two new dorms. And in spo...

Tonya Council, the owner and chef of Tonya’s Café & Bakeshop in Chapel Hill, speaks with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Tuesday, November 10. After a fire broke out in her business space this fall, Council is pivoting to running a pop-up shop for patrons to still pick up their holiday food orders , like Thanksgiving meals, take-and-bake cookies and gift baskets. She de...

  Pittsboro Mayor Kyle Shipp spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, November 10, discussing town news and events. He recapped last night’s meeting of the Pittsboro Board of Commissioners. That included updates on the Chatham Park South Village. He also discussed the town’s decision on the exterior look of the new Town Hall building, which is currently in the p...

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, November 10, discussing town news and events. He recapped this week’s Hillsborough Board of Commissioners Meeting, which saw reports on safety and security in some of the town’s parks. There was also a discussion of solar power in the town, a preview of Veteran’s Day ceremonies, and more. May...

Welcome to “Tell Me Something,” a weekly feature that invites local scholars to share a single interesting, insightful, or cool thing they’ve learned in their careers that most people don’t know, which can help us better understand our world or give us new perspectives on common issues. This week, UNC historian Henry Gruber joins Aaron to discuss the fall of Rome – which he says took longer...

Trending today: Victor discovers the existence of an exclusive club – of pilots who have actually had to use an ejector seat. (Seriously: it comes with its own swag, including a members-only necktie that can fetch quite a high price on eBay.) 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 Int...

Durham’s Bulldog Ensemble Theater is staging Tracy Letts’ classic play “The Minutes,” a dark comedy about a town council meeting gone awry. It runs through Friday, November 13, at the Hayti Heritage Center in Durham, with one special show Saturday, November 14, at the Chapel Hill Public Library at 7:30. Get tickets online at BulldogDurham.org. Aaron welcomes co-director Raj...

In today’s news: Gov. Josh Stein plugs public schools, and Chapel Hill police arrest a man for Sunday’s fire near Raising Cane’s. Also: the Carrboro Town Council meets tonight to discuss a proposal to merge the town’s police department with Chapel Hill; Pittsboro accepts a town board member’s apology; local authors and thespians earn statewide honors; a newly elected...

Orange County Chief Civil Rights Officer Paul Slack spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, November 9. He discussed the implications of the recent election, specifically focusing on the diversity of public figures elected nationally and locally. He also previewed some upcoming work of his office, included ways for the community to provide feedback, and more. Conversations We Ne...

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn of a downtown fire from Sunday night that was intentionally set, and the subsequent arrest from Chapel Hill Police. We hear a story on possible implications of the constitutional amendments that passed during this month’s elections. We also check this week’s local government...

97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com Sports Reporter Michael Koh spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Monday, November 9. He discussed the Men’s Basketball team’s convincing win Friday night against Wofford. He also talked about UNC Football getting a road win against UCONN to move them just one win away from bowl eligibility. He also talked ACC soccer tournament, and more. O...

Veterans Day is Wednesday, November 11, and Orange County is hosting its annual Veterans Day ceremony at the Orange County Veterans Memorial by the Southern Human Services Center on Homestead Road, starting at 11 am. Everyone’s invited to attend. Aaron welcomes retired Army Col. Fred Black and Navy Capt. John Cocowitch to discuss this year’s ceremony – and the memorial itself, wh...

Trending today: another rise in limited-edition brand merchandise whose prices are spiking on the resale market. Victor believes this is an especially trenchant trend for this year in particular, though Aaron’s not so sure. 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...

Aaron welcomes Dr. Ryan Schulteis of Carolina Longevity, one of our community partners that’s now been open for a year in Chapel Hill. Dr. Schulteis discusses their first year in operation – and what “longevity care” means, especially for residents seeking a primary care physician that offers more than just a quick in-and-out visit. Conversation presented by Carolina Longev...

In today’s news: local officials react to the passage of three state constitutional amendments, including one limiting local property taxes. Also: a late-night fire breaks out at Raising Cane’s in downtown Chapel Hill; the Pittsboro town board addresses recent complaints about a board member; and UNC launches a “moonshot” effort to stop Alzheimer’s before it starts. A...

  Join Dr. Deborah Stroman on “If You Only Knew” for stimulating sports and society discussions with some of the biggest influencing forces in sports and sports business. From athletes to owners, “If You Only Knew” covers all the bases with informative and engaging content from endzone to endzone. This week Dr. Stroman expresses her disappointment in the post-game actions surrounding the rece...

Chatham County Sheriff Steve Maynor   This Week: Chatham County Sheriff Steve Maynor has worked in law enforcement in here for over 20 years. As leader of the  Chatham County Sheriff’s Office, he is focused on 1) keeping Chatham safe as the community grows; 2) recruitment, retention, and support of qualified professional staff; and 3) strengthening the community trust and partnerships....

The Carolina Football Hour on Franklin UNC Football Pre-Game Show is presented by Chapel Hill Tire, Now open Saturdays at their Crabtree and University Place Locations. 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell and Michael Koh preview UNC’s non-conference matchup with UConn on Saturday, November 7, as the Tar Heels try to get back into the win column. The close loss to No. 1 Miami showed sign...