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Lisa Sorg, a reporter for Inside Climate News, joins 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey for another edition of “Climate Thursday” on June 27. She details a recent report about the restoration of the Bynum water town in Chatham County — and how the community effort ended up leading to significant environmental issues. Find her full report here. Plus, Sorg shares details about the state Department of Environmental Quality’s Brownfields program and previews a story she is writing on Chapel Hill’s project site going through the Brownfields process.

Use Up/Down Arrow keys to increase or decrease volume.With this summer’s warm temperatures expected to go beyond last year’s record-breaking highs, local governments are preparing for heat season like never before. Chatham County’s Department of Health recently rolled out their heat action plan — following a model meant to build plans between county agencies and community partners to combat extreme temperatures.

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, July 2. He discussed some recent business news, including the owners of downtown restaurant Nomad taking over the space formerly occupied by Hot Tin Roof. He also discussed summer activity possibilities in Hillsborough, and more.

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell joined 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, July 17. He discussed Monday night’s Hillsborough Board of Commissioners meeting on affordable housing. The meeting included presentations on housing from multiple community partners. He described how this is the first of a series of meetings the board will hold in order to better address housing needs in the community, and more.

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, July 17. She discussed the recent news of Morinaga expanding doubling the size of their candy factory in western Orange County. She discussed the impact this will have, and talked about the continued collaboration between Mebane and Orange County as the Buckhorn Economic Development Zone continued to grow. She also talked about the swearing in of new County Manager Travis Myren. She also talked about Orange County voter I.D.s, upcoming county events, and more.

Chapel Hill Mayor Jess Anderson spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, July 18. She discussed the town’s preparations for the upcoming FC Series friendly between Celtic FC and Manchester City. She discussed the potential benefits for the town, and lessons learned from last year’s game. She also discussed downtown safety after Wednesday’s incident with shots fired in the air on East Franklin Street. She talked about upcoming community events, and more.

UVA and UNC Faculty Member, Sports Business Expert, and Host of “If You Only Knew,” Deborah Stroman spoke with 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, July 19. She discussed the release of the new EA Sports College Football game in the era of NIL. She also previewed the upcoming Olympics, including what she is most excited for going into the games.

Hillsborough Mayor Mark Bell spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Tuesday, July 23, discussing town news and events.

Chair of the Orange County Commissioners Jamezetta Bedford spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, July 24. She discussed the creation of the new Strategic Planning Manager position and what that role will entail. She also talked about the School Bond Education Committee which will have its first meeting this week. She also discussed a campaign to empty the animal shelters by reducing adoption fees, and more.

Chapel Hill Town Manager Chris Blue spoke with 97.9 The Hill’s Andrew Stuckey on Thursday, July 25. He revisited the FC Series soccer match from earlier in the week and how it impacted the town successfully. He also discussed NCDEQ’s open comment period on the 828 MLK site in Chapel Hill, as conversation around what should be permitted on that site continue. He also discussed the upcoming National Night Out events, July being Parks and Rec month, and more.