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Jul 2, 2026

Owners of popular downtown bakery announce plans for board game cafe

Photo courtesy of The Sweet PalettePatsy Crawford and her sons, Adam and Zack, are collaborating to open Thirsty Gamers Cafe in the space next to their successful dessert shop, The Sweet Pallette. “As a family, we've always loved playing board g ...

Jul 2, 2026

Lumbee Tribe of N.C. seeks new legal pathways to pursue hospitality opportunities

Logo courtesy of the Lumbee Tribe of North CarolinaOn June 25, 2026, the Tribal Council of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina held an emergency meeting at the request of council members. The Council heard from tribal citizens during the public commen ...

Jul 2, 2026

Amendments proposed to the Moore County Unified Development Ordinance

Proposed amendments to the Moore County Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) will be considered by the Moore County Planning Board during a special-called meeting on July 9, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Meeting Room at the Historic Courtho ...

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Building a Future-Ready Workforce: How FTCC and Regional Partners Are Developing the Next Generation of Talent in Cumberland County

Posted Jul 1, 2026
Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) and its regional partners are leading a coordinated effort to build a future-ready workforce pipeline aligned with the evolving needs of employers across Cumberland County and the Sandhills. Through imm
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Jul 2, 2026

Portion of Raeford Road to require detour; Section will close in both directions starting July 13

This section of Raeford Road near Ireland Drive and over Buckhead Creek will close for about two weeks to remove an abandoned culvert to allow a new, larger culvert to be installed.Photo provided by: NCDOT An approximately two week detour of Rae ...

Jul 2, 2026

Cumberland County Planning & Inspections rolls out online permitting tools

Cumberland County Planning & Inspections has announced online tools designed to offer a user-friendly, streamlined permitting process for residential and business customers.Residents or business owners can apply for permits through the EnerGov Pe ...

Jul 1, 2026

Sampson Community College celebrates groundbreaking for new Health Sciences building

Photo by GFBJCommunity leaders, healthcare partners, elected officials, faculty, staff, students and supporters all gathered at Sampson Community College this morning, July 1, for a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Health Sciences building. P ...

Jul 1, 2026

Cape Fear Valley Health announces workforce reduction of 200 positions

Facing declining federal reimbursements and the rising cost of delivering care, Cape Fear Valley Health today announced it will reduce its work force by approximately 200 positions, 138 of which are currently filled.Cape Fear Valley Health recognizes ...

Jul 1, 2026

LIFE St. Joseph of the Pines welcomes Katie Olsen as executive director

LIFE St. Joseph of the Pines, a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, has appointed Katie Olsen as executive director. ...

Jul 1, 2026

Hoke County Schools announces leadership transitions

Hoke County Schools is pleased to announce a series of leadership transitions across the district as it prepares for the upcoming school year. ...


In The Current Issue

Fairytale fare: Once Upon a Bite serves up charcuterie spreads that tell a story

Once Upon a Bite launched in early 2026 and has continued to grow through local markets, festivals, private events and community partnerships throughout the Fayetteville area.


Growing and glowing: Skin Specialists of Fayetteville expands into new Owen Drive facility, plans July grand reopening

Photo provided by Skin Specialists of FayettevilleA Veteran-owned Fayetteville medical spa that launched during the COVID-19 pandemic has grown into a multi-disciplinary aesthetics and wellness practice — winning the 2024 Readers’ Choice Award for Be


Savoring tradition: How Yinzers is bringing Pittsburgh's iconic flavors to Fayetteville

Josh Buracchio and his wife Gina had a vision two years ago: to bring the best of their beloved Pittsburgh’s culinary scene to Fayetteville.