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UNC Announces AD Transition Plan From Bubba Cunningham to RFK Racing President Steve Newmark in 2026

Motorsports · Chapel Hill

UNC Announces AD Transition Plan From Bubba Cunningham to RFK Racing President Steve Newmark in 2026

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North Carolina athletic director Bubba Cunningham will transition next summer into a new advisory role to the school’s chancellor, while hiring RFK Racing team president Steve Newmark as his eventual successor. UNC announced the moves Tuesday, which marked the official start of revenue sharing where schools can begin directly paying athletes following the $2.8 billion House antitrust settlement. The transition includes a two-year contract extens…See the Story

Bill Belichick's North Carolina Coaching Staff, Transfer Class as Tar Heels Build Toward 2025 Season

NFL · Chapel Hill

Bill Belichick's North Carolina Coaching Staff, Transfer Class as Tar Heels Build Toward 2025 Season

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Breaking down the significant moves as the NFL coaching legend dives into the college football world See the Story

How does a legendary coach move to the college game? Before Bill Belichick, there was Bill Walsh

College Football · Chapel Hill

How does a legendary coach move to the college game? Before Bill Belichick, there was Bill Walsh

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Bill Belichick's path to North Carolina retraces a route taken by Bill Walsh going to Stanford.See the Story

Affordable Housing, Mark Bell, Athletic Department Shake-Up

97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey presents the afternoon news. Included in this edition of the news, we learn of a new housing development on the East side of town, and why some members of the council did not vote in favor of the project. We also hear from Hillsborough Mark Bell on something he’s proud of from his first 18 months as mayor. We hear from Bubba Cunningham on the revamping of the UNC Athletic Department, and more. 97.9 The Hill WCHL an…Chapel Hill, North Carolina · Chapel Hill Read Article

Two NCAA title wins, snow day blowout highlight UNC takeover day on ACC Network

A snow day blowout, two national championship wins and seven victories against ranked teams highlight North Carolina’s annual takeover day on ACC Network. It’s a good time to load up your DVRs with memorable Tar Heels victories in the last year.NCAA · Chapel Hill Read Article

Orange County: Orange County Recognized, Carrboro Recognized, 4th of July

Chair of the Orange County Commissioner Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, July 2, discussing county news and events. She talked about a recent award Orange County won for government achievement. She also discussed Carrboro’s recent designation as an All-America City, the first Orange County town to earn that distinction. She talked about some events and closures for the upcoming 4th of July holiday, and mo…Orange County, North Carolina · Orange County Read Article

Speedy George Mason outfielder Hull UNC’s seventh transfer commitment

Speedy George Mason outfielder Owen Hull on Tuesday became North Carolina’s seventh transfer portal commitment.Chapel Hill, North Carolina · Chapel Hill Read Article

Talking Culture: Behind the 'Masks' with T.H.M. Gellar-Goad

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 Arts Presents. The 2025–26 Duke Arts Presents season is here! With 40 performances from September through April, the Duke Arts Presents season is packed with wide-ranging, joyful, and tho…Chapel Hill, North Carolina · Chapel Hill Read Article

Mayor Bell announces campaign for reelection

This week, Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell announced his bid for reelection.Hillsborough, North Carolina · Hillsborough Read Article

Celebration of July 4 to Alter Local Government Services in Orange County

The celebration of Independence Day on Friday, July 4 will affect several local government services in and around Orange County. Here’s a look at what will and won’t be happening that week: Town of Chapel Hill All Chapel Hill administrative offices will be closed Friday. Residential trash pickup will not be affected. Commercial trash will not be collected Friday, and crews will service normal Friday customers earlier in the week. Yard trimmings …Independence Day · Orange County Read Article

Chapel Hill Council Approves Multifamily Housing Project Near Durham Limits with Split Vote

https://chapelboroaudio.s3.amazonaws.com/2025/07%20-%20July/02/Old%20Chapel%20Hill%20Apartments_WRAP.mp3 The Chapel Hill Town Council recently approved a project that could bring affordable and multifamily housing to the edge of Chapel Hill. But some council members and neighbors of the future development are concerned by how the project does not support the town’s vision for the future. From Zom Living, Old Chapel Hill Apartments seeks to bri…Housing · Chapel Hill Read Article

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