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Jul 21, 2026

Gray's Creek Incorporation Committee adjusts timeline to engage community in open dialogue on key topics

The Gray’s Creek Incorporation Committee has officially paused its signature petition timeline to establish an open working debate alongside anti-incorporation community influencers. This deliberate slowdown ensures all residents can thoroughly exami ...

Jul 21, 2026

Biscuit Belly brings craft-casual brunch restaurant to Fayetteville in August

Biscuit Belly, the Kentucky-born “craft casual” brunch spot known for its gourmet, scratch-made biscuits and Southern-inspired flavors, will open its doors to the All-American City on Tuesday, Aug. 4. ...

Jul 20, 2026

Wawa announces passing of former President, CEO, Chairman and Wawa Founding Family Member, Richard D. Wood Jr.

It is with profound grief that Wawa announced the death of Richard D. (Dick) Wood Jr., former President, CEO and Chairman of Wawa, Inc on Friday, July 10. For more than 55 years, Dick Wood was the visionary and driving force behind Wawa’s business mo ...

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FSU expands cybersecurity training with high‑success certification training programs

Posted Jul 1, 2026
In a tight job market, finding your niche and setting yourself apart from the competition is essential. As technology continues to evolve rapidly, businesses are in constant need of qualified technology professionals to assist them in advancing their
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Jul 20, 2026

CAMEO Collective receives $10,000 grassroots arts grant to support Cameo Classic Film Series

CAMEO Collective is pleased to announce it has received a $10,000 Grassroots Arts Project (GAP) Grant from the Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County to support the Cameo Classic Film Series during the upcoming season at the historic Cameo Ar ...

Jul 20, 2026

Record enrollment, major donations and state funding highlight historic summer at FSU

Chancellor Darrell T. Allison announces major support for the 30-60-90 summer school program. (Photo by FSU)Fayetteville State University announced today a $6.5 million commitment from Anonymous Trust, the largest gift in the University's history — a ...

Jul 20, 2026

Highsmith-Rainey ExpressCare to permanently close

Photo courtesy of Cape Fear Valley HealthCape Fear Valley Health announces the permanent closure of Highsmith-Rainey ExpressCare, effective July 31, 2026.“We are grateful for the opportunity to have served our community over the years and sincerely t ...

Jul 19, 2026

Germène's Home Kitchen & Bakery now open

A family affair: Along with a full staff, Owner Eddie Claude and his wife Ruth (pictured right) work with their kids to run the restaurant. Eddie is a Veteran who served for 21 years in the U.S. Army. Photos by YGH STUDIOS & GFBJ. The Fayett ...

Jul 18, 2026

Editor's note: Summer jobs

With summer in full swing, I started to reflect on the various ways I spent my summer break over the years. From pool parties with friends to family vacations and sports tournaments, I look back fondly on the summers I’ve enjoyed so far. But it ...

Jul 17, 2026

Spring Lake to receive $5M in loans for drinking water and wastewater projects

The State Water Infrastructure Authority (SWIA) approved awards on July 15 to help cities, towns and counties strengthen infrastructure to better withstand future storms, improve existing drinking water and wastewater infrastructure, reduce contamina ...


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Germène's Home Kitchen & Bakery now open

A family affair: Along with a full staff, Owner Eddie Claude and his wife Ruth (pictured right) work with their kids to run the restaurant. Eddie is a Veteran who served for 21 years in the U.S. Army. Photos by YGH STUDIOS & GFBJ. The Fayett


Editor's note: Summer jobs

With summer in full swing, I started to reflect on the various ways I spent my summer break over the years. From pool parties with friends to family vacations and sports tournaments, I look back fondly on the summers I’ve enjoyed so far. But it


Preserving rural roots: Gray's Creek residents launch effort to become a town

Proposed incorporation boundary (pink) · Gray’s Creek, Cumberland County, N.C. This is a working draft and is subject to revision. Image courtesy of grayscreeknc.com. After decades as an unincorporated rural community in Cumberland County, Gray’