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Aug 29, 2025

A level up for Game On!: Card and coffee shop announces relocation to Raeford Road

The current Game On location at  560 N. Reilly Road. Game On! Cards and Coffee shop is leveling up to a new location, moving from their current storefront located at 560 N. Reilly Road to a new building currently under renovation at 3406 Ra ...

Aug 29, 2025

Hope Mills introduces zoning and land use updates

By working hand in hand with citizens and staff, Hope Mills leaders intend to ensure that growth is managed responsibly. ...

Aug 29, 2025

Harnett County seeking citizen feedback on greenway feasibility study

Harnett County Parks and Recreation invites citizens of Harnett County to attend a public meeting and share their feedback on proposed greenway routes. ...

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Protect Your Property: Smart, Reliable Security Solutions for Property Managers in Eastern NC

Posted Jun 3, 2025
As a property manager in Eastern North Carolina, you juggle a lot—keeping tenants safe, properties secure, and operations running smoothly—all while staying compliant with local safety codes. From deterring break-ins to ensuring fire code compliance,
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Aug 28, 2025

Cumberland County Fair returns Aug. 29 - Sept. 7 at the Crown Complex

The Cumberland County Fair will be held Aug. 29 - Sept. 7 at the Crown Complex. The annual event celebrates Cumberland County’s agricultural heritage and combines family fun, informative agricultural exhibits, a diverse collection of local arts and c ...

Aug 28, 2025

Moore County reports $860M in visitors spending for 2024

In 2024, Moore County witnessed an unprecedented $860 million in economic impact from visitor spending, representing a 6.8% increase from the previous year. Moore County remains the 10th highest tourism economy in the state.These statistics come from ...

Aug 27, 2025

Super sneak peek: Hope Mills community experiences a taste of Wawa at the brand’s first travel center

It was a busy day before the grand opening of the new Wawa Travel Center as VIP customers, local officials, community partners and media outlets got a behind-the-scenes look at the new facility at their Taste of Wawa event. The new location for ...

Aug 27, 2025

Cape Fear Valley Health Welcomes VRI patients to new outpatient imaging center

As of Aug. 25, Valley Regional Imaging is officially part of Cape Fear Valley Health and is now operating as the Cape Fear Valley Outpatient Imaging Center. ...

Aug 27, 2025

Cumberland County Planning & Inspections Department earns honorable mention from State Planning Association

The Cumberland County Planning & Inspections Department is proud to announce that its North Central Area Land Use Plan has been selected as a recipient of a 2025 Marvin Collins Honorable Mention in the Small Area Plan Category from the North Carolina Chapter of the American Planning Association (APA–NC). ...

Aug 27, 2025

Jennifer McFadyen Hammond appointed executive director of FTCC Foundation

Jennifer McFadyen Hammond has been appointed executive director of FTCC Foundation. In this role, Hammond will help support students in achieving their educational and career goals. ...


In The Current Issue

Building on the basics: Advanced Contractors Academy equips local firms to compete for government projects

The Advanced Contractors Academy, a free six-week program, is designed for established contractors ready to pursue larger-scale public contracts with agencies such as Fayetteville State University (FSU), Cumberland County and Cape Fear Valley Health.


Hungry for success: Local entrepreneur Kelton Battle is changing the vending machine game in North Carolina

Today, Hungry Snacks Vending operates 140 machines across North Carolina, with locations ranging from schools to public transit stations.


Too bright to dim: My Future So Bright program sees exponential growth during third year

 A total of 84 interns participated in this year’s My Future So Bright program. At the graduation ceremony held on Aug. 1, each student was able to receive their graduation certificates from Mid-Carolina Regional Council Executive Director Saman