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Nov 3, 2025

Town of Hope Mills mourns the passing of former Fire Chief Charles Lopez

It is with great sadness that the Town of Hope Mills announces the passing of retired and former Fire Chief Charles Steven Lopez.Chief Lopez faithfully served the Hope Mills Fire Department for more than 30 years, dedicating himself to the safety and ...

Nov 3, 2025

Fayetteville State University awarded $13.4M U.S. Department of Education GEAR UP Grant to expand college readiness programs

Photo provided by FSUFayetteville State University’s Office of College Access Programs received a $13.4 million award from the U.S. Department of Education on Sept. 26 to support the Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (G ...

Oct 31, 2025

Tulsa Initiative to host tech summit empowering NC students

Flyer provided by The Tulsa InitiativeOn Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025, The Tulsa Initiative will host the Success Summit: Tech Edition at Methodist University, bringing together more than 350 high school students for a full day focused on technology, lead ...

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Contracting for the Final Frontier: How North Carolina Companies Can Capture New Opportunities with the US Space Force

Posted Oct 28, 2025
A New Frontier in Defense ContractingFrom resilient satellite communications to real-time space domain awareness, the United States Space Force (USSF) is reshaping how America secures and sustains its presence in orbit. As the newest branch of the Un
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Oct 31, 2025

County moves forward with plans for construction of new container site

The county is planning construction of a new and improved container site near the intersection of Parkton and Brisson Roads. Construction is expected to begin later this year, with the new site scheduled to open in fall 2026. ...

Oct 31, 2025

Moore County issues a RFQ for new forensics facility

Moore County has recently opened bids for architectural services for the Moore County Sheriff’s Department for their new 7,000 square-foot Forensic Facility. ...

Oct 30, 2025

Third Time’s the Charm: Ichi kaku 一角 Japanese restaurant’s annual ramen eating contest returns for third year

Returning for its third year, this year’s contest will be held on Sunday, Nov. 23, at 2 p.m. Five contestants will need to eat five pounds of ramen noodles, toppings and soup and finish first to take home the trophy and title of victor. ...

Oct 30, 2025

Cape Fear Valley Health hosts ribbon cutting ceremony for SameDay Medical

SameDay Medical will accept walk-in appointments seven days a week beginning Nov. 3. Photos by GFBJ.Today, Oct. 30, Cape Fear Valley Health held a ribbon cutting for SameDay Medical, a new walk-in clinic.“We’re excited about the opportunity here… It’ ...

Oct 29, 2025

UNCP receives $5M for Campus Security and Regional Emergency Operations Center

The renovated facility will serve as a dual-use site, serving both as a training ground for campus police and the university’s internal emergency operations personnel and as a regional hub during times of disaster. Design is underway and the project may be ready to start construction in approximately 16 months. ...

Oct 29, 2025

FTCC celebrates historic Cape Fear Valley Health donation with building renamings

The announcement of the $2 million $2 million contribution from Cape Fear Valley Health in support of FTCC’s Nursing and Allied Health programs drew a large crowd on Tuesday, Oct. 28. Photo by GFBJ.Fayetteville Technical Community College unveiled ne ...


In The Current Issue

Mission accomplished: Womack Army Medical Center's 2025 Nurse Summer Training Program sees successful results

All smiles on graduation day! (From left to right: Back row: Col. Donald Kimbler, Cadet John Lopes, Cadet Priscilla Wright, Cadet Jakob Feaster, Maj. Cameron Player, Col. Guy St. Louis; Middle row: Capt. Carmen Williams, Cadet Nyah Marzan, Cadet Madi


Bringing care closer: Cape Fear Valley Health Expands adolescent behavioral health services with new Lillington facility

CFVH celebrated the groundbreaking for their new adolescent inpatient psychiatric unit in Lillington on Jan. 31. The facility is estimated to be completed by December of this year and is located on the campus of Central Harnett Hospital at 215 Bright


Celebrating 75 years of service: Honoring Sampson Regional Medical Center's rich legacy

 The 75th Anniversary Celebration featured remarks from hospital and community leaders, as well as historical displays showcasing the hospital’s journey. Photos by GFBJ.On Friday, Oct. 10, Sampson Regional Medical Center celebrated 75 years of s