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May 28, 2026

Public Works Art Exhibition celebrates 21 years

Photo courtesy of the Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland CountyFayetteville Public Works Commission (PWC) is celebrating 21 years of creativity and community partnership through the annual Public Works Art Exhibition, presented in collaboration ...

May 28, 2026

Beyond the balance sheet: Looking beyond traditional banking to examine the bigger picture of growth opportunity and long-term success

The Greater Fayetteville Business Journal is excited to announce our second Power Breakfast for 2026: Beyond the Balance Sheet, a banking-focused event exploring the relationship between bankers and businesses. This event will have a regional fo ...

May 28, 2026

Downtown vitality: How the North Carolina Main Street & Rural Planning Center is helping keep the hearts of our communities beating

When prospective residents and businesses are evaluating a community to decide whether they want to move there, they often consider the area’s downtown district as a key indicator of the larger community’s offerings. Photo courtesy of the City of Lum ...

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Posted May 2, 2026
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May 27, 2026

Brian Pearce named president of Cape Fear Valley Harnett Healthcare

Brian PearceCape Fear Valley Health has named Brian Pearce as president of Cape Fear Valley Harnett Healthcare, marking a new chapter of leadership for the healthcare organization serving Harnett County and surrounding communities.Pearce succeeds Mic ...

May 27, 2026

CCS students earn spot at National Speech & Debate Tournament

Several students from Cumberland County Schools have earned the opportunity to compete at the 2026 National Speech & Debate Tournament, which will take place June 14–19 in Richmond, Va. ...

May 27, 2026

Community leaders Sandy and Jim Ammons to be honored at 2026 Distinguished Citizens Awards Dinner

Judge Jim Ammons currently serves as senior resident superior court judge for Cumberland County, while Sandy Ammons recently retired as executive director of the FTCC Foundation after a distinguished career in advancement, nonprofit leadership and community engagement. ...

May 27, 2026

Van Geons named to Business North Carolina’s Power List

FCEDC President/CEO Robert Van Geons has been named to Business North Carolina's Power List for the sixth year in a row. ...

May 27, 2026

Kellie Hunt Blue elected chair of UNC Board of Governors

UNC Pembroke alumna Kellie Hunt Blue will be the 20th chair of the UNC Board of Governors. Blue is the third woman to hold the position. ...

May 27, 2026

Simone Johnson to join GFBJ as director of events & special projects

Johnson will begin her new role with GFBJ on Friday, May 29. Her responsibilities will include managing and planning events, managing special projects, such as the annual Book on Business, contributing to editorial content and contributing to GFBJ’s digital presence. ...


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Beyond the balance sheet: Looking beyond traditional banking to examine the bigger picture of growth opportunity and long-term success

The Greater Fayetteville Business Journal is excited to announce our second Power Breakfast for 2026: Beyond the Balance Sheet, a banking-focused event exploring the relationship between bankers and businesses. This event will have a regional fo


Downtown vitality: How the North Carolina Main Street & Rural Planning Center is helping keep the hearts of our communities beating

When prospective residents and businesses are evaluating a community to decide whether they want to move there, they often consider the area’s downtown district as a key indicator of the larger community’s offerings. Photo courtesy of the City of Lum