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The Pentagon Wants Millions of Autonomous Systems. Is North Carolina Ready for the Opportunity?

TJ Gilroy - Business Development Professional, North Carolina Military Business Center
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New Alzheimer’s therapy now available at Cape Fear Valley Health

Yasier Medina, MD - Neurologist, Cape Fear Valley Health
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How public art transforms everyday spaces

Sondra Martin - Distinguished Professor of Art, Fayetteville State University

Nov 4, 2026

Raeford baker to expand kitchen, open independent bookstore in spring 2027

Photo provided by Kayla Renee CakesRaeford’s first indie bookstore is set to open in spring 2027. Kayla Lowery, owner of Kayla Renee Cakes at 122 N. Main St. in Raeford, will occupy the adjacent upstairs and downstairs units in the new year, utilizin ...

Nov 4, 2026

Cape Fear Botanical Garden launches public phase of $4.75 million “Always Growing” capital campaign

Cape Fear Botanical Garden is celebrating an exciting milestone with the public launch of Always Growing, a $4.75 million capital campaign that will transform opportunities for environmental education, enhance the visitor experience, preserve iconic ...

Nov 4, 2026

Cape Fear Valley Health recognizes NICU team members during Breast Cancer Awareness Month

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Cape Fear Valley Health honored four employees in its Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) who have faced breast cancer while dedicating their careers to caring for some of the hospital’s most vulnerable patients. ...

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The Pentagon Wants Millions of Autonomous Systems. Is North Carolina Ready for the Opportunity?

Posted Nov 1, 2026
According to the North Carolina Military Business Center’s (NCMBC) Technology Transition Office, the next major opportunity in national security may not be determined by who builds the most sophisticated technology. It may be determined by who can pr
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Nov 4, 2026

FSU’s Rodney McCrowre among 56 leaders selected for statewide leadership program

Rodney L. McCrowre, DBA, assistant chair and assistant professor of management at Fayetteville State University's Broadwell College of Business and Economics, was selected for Leadership North Carolina's Class 34 for the 2026-27 program year. ...

Nov 4, 2026

FTCC Finance Department earns State Auditor’s Award of Excellence

The award recognizes public entities that demonstrate exceptional discipline, accuracy and transparency in preparing annual financial statements and federal compliance audits. ...

Nov 4, 2026

Holmes Security Systems Operations Manager Duncan Hubbard awarded Key to the City

At the Nov. 2 meeting, City Council presented Duncan Hubbard with a Key to the City. Mayor Mitch Colvin and the City Council present the award to individuals who demonstrate a lasting commitment to Fayetteville. ...

Nov 3, 2026

Fayetteville City Council adopts revised UDO amendment for data centers

The Fayetteville City Council adopted a revised Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) amendment on Oct. 26, establishing a conditional rezoning requirement for warehouse storage uses proposed as data centers. The revised amendment also clarifies how th ...

Nov 3, 2026

A tale of two labs at Fayetteville Technical Community College

Industrial systems instructor Heath Worriax does a task that will soon be performed by a humanoid in Fayetteville Tech’s new IT/OT lab. Chantal Brown/EdNCFayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) is leaning into community partnerships to prepar ...

Nov 3, 2026

Stop and smell the cocktails: The Flower Bar craft & cocktail lounge coming soon

The Flower Bar is Fayetteville’s first experiential craft and cocktail lounge. Located at 719 Sterling St. in Fayetteville, N.C., The Flower Bar is scheduled to open this December. ...


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A legacy of valor: Recognizing the vital role of the Green Beret Foundation in supporting Special Forces

The US Army Special Forces (SF), known as Green Berets because they are awarded a green beret to wear following the rigorous selection and training process, are specialized military units trained to conduct special operations. Photo provided by the G


Fueling families: USAA AND Robert Irvine Foundation launch Fuel to Serve to strengthen military family well-being and readiness

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Publisher's note: Happy Halloween!

Yes, those are decorations currently in my home. Yes, I may have spent more money than average for two oversized mums that are taking up way too much space on my porch, and yes, I may have stood my ground in a Lowe’s hardware store arguing with my hu