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Cape Fear Valley Health announces new midwifery clinic to open in January 2026

Tasia McClain - Service Line Director-Women’s Health, Cape Fear Valley Health
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North Carolina Holds a Home-Field Advantage in the Innovation Game

TJ Gilroy - Business Development Professional, North Carolina Military Business Center
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Madison Spangler - Digital Marketing & Campaigns Coordinator, Systel Business Equipment

Dec 9, 2025

Fayetteville City Council authorizes attainable housing on Murchison Road catalyst site

Fayetteville City Council has authorized City Manager Douglas J. Hewett to execute an option purchase agreement that advances plans for an 84-unit attainable housing community on the City’s Catalyst I site along the Murchison Road corridor. The ...

Dec 9, 2025

Houston Astros announce sale of Fayetteville Woodpeckers to Diamond Baseball Holdings

The Houston Astros announced today that they have agreed to sell the Fayetteville Woodpeckers (Single-A) to Diamond Baseball Holdings (DBH), an organization that owns and operates select Minor League Baseball clubs affiliated with Major League Baseba ...

Dec 9, 2025

NC Food Commissary: New culinary hub provides resources for local food industry

A new critical resource for food industry experts across Fayetteville is now open and accepting members. The NC Food Commissary is the newest resource available for vetted and beginner restaurateurs. ...

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Cape Fear Valley Health announces new midwifery clinic to open in January 2026

Posted Nov 25, 2025
Cape Fear Valley Health will open a new midwifery clinic on Walter Reed Road on Jan. 12, 2026. This development marks a significant expansion in women’s health services for the region. Many women have sought out-of-town options for the type of care t
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Dec 8, 2025

Carolina Civic Center welcomes patrons to newly built annex

Construction on a 8,200 square foot annex to the Carolina Civic Center Historic Theater has officially been completed, just in time for the annual Robeson County Christmas Show. Carolina Civic Center Executive Director Richard Sceiford shared that they received the occupancy permit two weeks ago, allowing those performing in and attending the Christmas show to be the first to enjoy the new space and amenities. ...

Dec 8, 2025

U.S. Army activates U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command in historic transition ceremony

U.S. Army Gen. Randy A. George, Chief of the Staff of the Army, passes the colors to Gen. Joseph A. Ryan, incoming U.S. Army Western Hemisphere Command Commanding General, during the Transition of Command ceremony at Fort Bragg, N.C., Dec. 5, 2025. T ...

Dec 5, 2025

Fayetteville community says 'No' to potential water transfer

The Fayetteville community gathered on the Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) campus on Thursday, Dec. 4, to fight for their water source.The NC Department of Environmental Quality kicked off the first of three public hearings scheduled ...

Dec 5, 2025

Carolina Eye Associates’ Dr. Almony performs another successful SUSVIMO™ Implant, advancing retinal care in the Sandhills and beyond

Photo provided by Carolina Eye AssociatesCarolina Eye Associates is proud to announce a significant advancement in regional retinal care with another successful SUSVIMO™ implant performed by Dr. Arghavan Almony. This milestone offers new hope for pat ...

Dec 5, 2025

Bladen County to receive $220K for VectorTex USA building improvements

Bladen County has been awarded a $220,000 grant under that program in the Vacant Building Category. The fund will be used to  support the reuse of a 26,400-square-foot building in Elizabethtown. ...

Dec 5, 2025

Robeson County receives $1M grant from Golden LEAF for construction of shell building

Robeson County has been awarded a $1,075,000 grant for the construction of 80,000-square-foot expandable shell building at COMtech Business Park. ...


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Where river meets home: Cape Overlook brings affordable riverfront living to Lillington

Smith Douglas Homes has launched its notable development called Cape Overlook, a 63.95-acre subdivision situated on the Cape Fear River near Wildlife Road.


From service to success: Walsingham Group Inc. partners with nonprofit groups to help Veterans join them as part of the civilian workforce

Walsingham Group Inc., an organization federally recognized for its efforts and emphasis on hiring Veterans is partnering with local and national organizations to recruit, hire and retain Veteran talent. Photo generated using Canva AI.Walsingham Grou


Bah, Humbug! Annual Christmas event A Dickens Holiday returns to downtown Fayetteville in 2025

Costumed actors will roam the streets, carriage rides will guide visitors throughout and the traditional candlelight processional and illumination ceremony will be included at this year’s A Dickens Holiday. Photo provided by A Dickens Holiday, taken