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Aug 14, 2026

CommWell Health holds groundbreaking ceremony for new Coats Community Health Center

Photo by GFBJCommWell Health celebrated the beginning of construction for its newest multi-specialty health center facility in Coats, N.C., with a groundbreaking ceremony on Aug. 14. “50 years ago, CommWell Health started as a small night clinic ...

Aug 14, 2026

Cape Fear Valley Health Foundation uses Arts Council grant to support art for cancer and neurological patients

Cape Fear Valley Health Foundation announces support of a Residential Artist – Arts Education Workshops for Patients with the help of a grant in the amount of $12,000 from the Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County and the North Carolina Arts Council. ...

Aug 14, 2026

Arts Council of Fayetteville | Cumberland County offers funding opportunities for individual artists

The Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County is pleased to announce three distinct funding, growth and residency opportunities currently open to individual artists across all artistic disciplines. ...

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Why Skilled Trades Matter: Addressing the Decline and Urgent Need in Plumbing and HVAC

Posted Apr 1, 2026
Amidst the technological revolution and evolving workforce, skilled trades remain a lynchpin of society. The roles of plumbers and HVAC technicians are critical—not only for daily comfort and safety, but for broader economic stability. However,
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Aug 14, 2026

Fort Bragg Wellness Resource Fair connects community with support resources

Resource tables from Fort Bragg organizations and community partners provided attendees with information on services supporting mental, emotional, physical and financial wellness during the Employee Assistance Program Wellness Resource Fair on Aug. 1 ...

Aug 14, 2026

Recognizing entrepreneurial spirit: FSU prepares to host inaugural Entrepreneurial Impact Awards Gala

Fayetteville State University is set to embark on what university leaders hope will lead to a new tradition for the regional business community in Cumberland County and beyond. The university will host its inaugural Entrepreneurial Impact Awards Gala ...

Aug 14, 2026

Harnett County high school students learn and earn at 2026 Construction Academy

It was a summer of hands on learning and earning in the construction industry for high school students from across Harnett and Lee Counties. ...

Aug 14, 2026

Dunn Area Chamber of Commerce hosts ribbon-cutting for Dream Finders Homes' new community in Dunn: Cameron Crossing

The community offers seven floor plans to choose from. Homesites range from .50 to 2.0 acres, with thoughtfully designed floor plans by Dream Finders Homes. ...

Aug 13, 2026

Women’s Health Summit: Elevating Maternal, Infant and General Care Aug. 18 at 1 p.m.

Maternal, infant and general care providers, stakeholders and the general public are invited to attend the Women’s Health Summit: Elevating Maternal, Infant and General Care, on Tuesday, Aug. 18 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Cumberland County Department of ...

Aug 13, 2026

New ParkWhiz reservation aims to make Woodpeckers game day parking easier

The City of Fayetteville has launched a prepaid parking program that allows fans to reserve and pay for parking before traveling downtown for games at Segra Stadium. Reservations are available through the ParkWhiz mobile app or online at parkfay ...


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Recognizing entrepreneurial spirit: FSU prepares to host inaugural Entrepreneurial Impact Awards Gala

Fayetteville State University is set to embark on what university leaders hope will lead to a new tradition for the regional business community in Cumberland County and beyond. The university will host its inaugural Entrepreneurial Impact Awards Gala


A bank for small businesses: KS Bank opens Lillington branch, discusses expansion into Roseboro

KS Bank celebrated the grand opening of the Lillington branch on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 10 a.m. The branch is located at 709 W. Front St., Lillington. Photo by KS BankKS Bank is expanding its community-focused brand of banking to Lillington, and it doe


A red-hot industry: A local restauranteur’s take on the quick serve restaurant trend and the hot chicken craze

Wing Company was founded in 2011 in Fayetteville, N.C. by Mark Bhatti. As trends in the restaurant industry shifted, Bhatti expanded his initial concept of Wing Company Sports Bar & Grill to include a new fast-casual version of the brand, Wing Co. Express.