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Oct 23, 2026

Publisher's note: Happy Halloween!

Yes, those are decorations currently in my home. Yes, I may have spent more money than average for two oversized mums that are taking up way too much space on my porch, and yes, I may have stood my ground in a Lowe’s hardware store arguing with my hu ...

Oct 23, 2026

Passing the torch: FTCC and The North Carolina Military Business Center welcome Jimmy Hendrix as executive director

On Oct. 1, Jimmy Hendrix (right) officially assumed the role of executive director at the North Carolina Military Business Center. Scott Dorney (left) will remain involved with the organization for a brief period to provide support during the transit ...

Oct 23, 2026

September 2026 Housing Market Update: Prices rise as inventory expands and sales slow

For Cumberland County, existing single-family pending sales increased 4.1% year over year to 230, while closed sales decreased 6.7% to 238. The median sales price increased 2.9% to $255,000. ...

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Cape Fear Valley Health expands emergency department capacity

Posted Oct 1, 2026
Cape Fear Valley Health is expanding the Emergency Department at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, including 24 additional beds in the dedicated Pediatric Emergency Department as part of continued investments designed to meet the needs of a growing co
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Oct 22, 2026

Building bridges: The Military Affairs Council's commitment to Fort Bragg and Fayetteville’s collaborative future

The Military Affairs Council currently has around 170 members and is always looking to grow and recruit additional members. Photo provided by The MAC.A mainstay institution that helps connect Fort Bragg to the greater Fayetteville area continues to c ...

Oct 21, 2026

DRACOE holds grand opening for new manufacturing facility in Hoke County

A new defense technology and manufacturing company has been officially welcomed into Hoke County. Leadership and staff of DRACOE hosted a grand opening ceremony for their new facility located off of Highway 15/50 close to Aberdeen, N.C. on Wednesday, Oct. 21. ...

Oct 21, 2026

Publix opens new store in Fayetteville

Photo provided by PublixToday, Oct. 21, Publix opened its newest store in Fayetteville at 7465 Rockfish Rd. bringing Publix’s signature service and shopping experience to even more customers in Fayetteville.The 48,387 sq. ft. supermarket features tra ...

Oct 21, 2026

Jamison Strickland joins Fidelity Bank in Fayetteville

Fidelity Bank is pleased to announce that Jamison Strickland has joined Fidelity Bank as a business development officer. In his new position, he is responsible for developing and managing business banking relationships throughout Fayetteville. ...

Oct 21, 2026

FTCC’s newly branded website earns two international awards for digital excellence

Fayetteville Technical Community College’s newly branded website has earned two international honors recognizing excellence in digital design and communications: a 2026 Silver w3 Award and a 2026 Gold MarCom Award. ...

Oct 21, 2026

George Breece awarded AOPA Special Award for Career Commitment to Advocacy

On Saturday, Sept. 12, in Las Vegas at the American Orthotics and Prosthetic Association National Assembly, NAAOP’s founding Executive Director, George W. Breece, was honored with the AOPA Special Award for Career Commitment to Advocacy in the field of orthotics and prosthetics. ...


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Publisher's note: Happy Halloween!

Yes, those are decorations currently in my home. Yes, I may have spent more money than average for two oversized mums that are taking up way too much space on my porch, and yes, I may have stood my ground in a Lowe’s hardware store arguing with my hu


Passing the torch: FTCC and The North Carolina Military Business Center welcome Jimmy Hendrix as executive director

On Oct. 1, Jimmy Hendrix (right) officially assumed the role of executive director at the North Carolina Military Business Center. Scott Dorney (left) will remain involved with the organization for a brief period to provide support during the transit


Building bridges: The Military Affairs Council's commitment to Fort Bragg and Fayetteville’s collaborative future

The Military Affairs Council currently has around 170 members and is always looking to grow and recruit additional members. Photo provided by The MAC.A mainstay institution that helps connect Fort Bragg to the greater Fayetteville area continues to c