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Jan 13, 2026

Sweet Valley Ranch awards $30,000 in grants for Cumberland County nonprofits; Seven organizations celebrated during Dec. 17 check presentation

Photo provided by: Sweet Valley Ranch  Sweet Valley Ranch – a 300-acre working farm and attraction – has announced the seven Cumberland County organizations have been awarded a total of $30,000 as part of its Gives Back Program. Founders Fr ...

Jan 13, 2026

From Intention to Impact: “New Year, New Legacy” session helps men redefine goal-setting for growth and transformation

The Greater Life of Fayetteville’s PIN (People In Need) Program, in partnership with Carolina Collaborative Community Care, will host its 9th community wellness session entitled ‘Tight’N It Up: New Year, New Legacy’. Men across the country are e ...

Jan 13, 2026

Free Lunch & Learn seminars to focus on marketing for Bladen County businesses

Bladen County businesses have the opportunity to learn about the latest strategies in Marketing through a new FREE Lunch and Learn seminar series.The Small Business Center at Bladen Community College in partnership with the Elizabethtown – White Lake ...

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Incorporating academic readings in economics classrooms: A collaborative research initiative

Posted Nov 12, 2025
A growing movement in economics education is reshaping how students engage with complex social issues and develop critical thinking skills. Spearheaded by a collaborative team of professors from Fayetteville State University, Tulane University, St. C
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Jan 13, 2026

Barbara Ann’s Southern Fried Chicken’s second location now open

A popular fried chicken restaurant in Fayetteville is celebrating the grand opening of its second location today, Jan. 13. ...

Jan 12, 2026

KS Trust and Wealth Management rebrands as Kestrel Wealth Management, a division of KS Bank, Inc.

Image courtesy of KS BankKestrel Wealth Management, formerly known as KS Trust and Wealth Management, is proud to announce their comprehensive rebrand as they grow in the financial services sector. The company remains a division of KS Bank. The rebra ...

Jan 12, 2026

Michelle Williams appointed as president and CEO of DistiNCtly Fayetteville

Michelle Williams - Photo provided by DistiNCtly FayettevilleDistiNCtly Fayetteville has named Michelle Williams its new president and CEO, effective Jan. 1. A respected hospitality and tourism leader with more than 30 years of experience in hotel sa ...

Jan 9, 2026

Cumberland County bridge requires detours; Road closures start Jan. 12

A popular route in Hope Mills will have a detour starting next week while bridge maintenance is performed.Legion Road near its intersection with Cameron Road will close beginning Jan. 12 for about six weeks, so workers for the N.C. Department of Tran ...

Jan 9, 2026

Greater Fayetteville Chamber announces first Coffee Club of 2026 will feature interview with former North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory

Graphic courtesy of Greater Fayetteville ChamberThe Greater Fayetteville Chamber is pleased to announce a special live interview event featuring former North Carolina Governor Pat McCrory, kicking off the Chamber’s 2026 Coffee Club series.The intervi ...

Jan 9, 2026

Cape Fear Valley Health celebrates new OB/GYN & Midwifery Clinic with ribbon cutting

The new OB/GYN & Midwifery Clinic at 1201 Walter Reed Road in Fayetteville will begin seeing patients on Jan. 12. Photo by GFBJ.Cape Fear Valley Health held a ribbon cutting ceremony today, Jan. 9, to celebrate the opening of the new OB/GYN & ...


In The Current Issue

Questions & Answers: Getting to know Mike Berk, Longleaf Pine Realtors® new CEO

Mike BerkMike Berk is still getting settled into his new office and home, but his enthusiasm for his new role as CEO of Longleaf Pine REALTORS® is already in full swing. Just a few weeks into the job, the association management veteran sat down with