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Apr 2, 2025

More upgrades planned for Raeford Road; Work expected to begin later this spring

A 2-mile section of Raeford Road, including this seven-lane portion (pictured) near Sandalwood Drive, will be upgraded to include raised medians, sidewalks and more pedestrian signals.Another section of Raeford Road will be reconstructed, after the N ...

Apr 2, 2025

GALLS® acquires Fayetteville based businesses Military Luggage Company and American Uniform Sales, Inc.

Logo provided by: GALLS®Local owners of military focused and Fayetteville based businesses American Uniform Sales, Inc., and Military Luggage Company have announced they have officially been acquired by GALLS®, a leading uniform and tactical gear sup ...

Apr 2, 2025

Cityblock expands footprint in NC with opening of new health clinic to serve Medicaid & dually eligible beneficiaries in Fayetteville

Cityblock began seeing patients at its new clinic in February 2025. Photos by GFBJ.Cityblock, a locally based care provider in Fayetteville and across NC, held a grand opening celebration at their sixth community-based clinic location in the state on ...

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Certify your future: FSU offers IT training that sets you up for success now and in the years to come

Posted Apr 1, 2025
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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Apr 2, 2025

City of Fayetteville awards $52K in crime reduction programs

The City of Fayetteville’s Economic and Community Development department has awarded $52,500 for the sixth cycle of the Empowering Community Safety Micro-Grant Program. The program focuses on increasing the impact of grassroots organizations, enhanci ...

Apr 2, 2025

Military Missions In Action welcomes Natalie Collorafi as regional community manager for the Sandhills

Military Missions In Action is pleased to announce the hiring of Natalie Collorafi as the new regional community manager for the Sandhills region. ...

Apr 2, 2025

Cape Fear Valley Health honors four at Doctors’ Day event

Cape Fear Valley Health Foundation’s Caduceus Society recently honored several providers at the 2025 Doctors’ Day celebration. ...

Apr 2, 2025

Fayetteville City Council approves appointments to boards and commissions

Fayetteville City Council members approved 41 residents to serve on the city's boards and commissions starting April 1. Council members approved the appointees during the March 13 City Council regular meeting. ...

Apr 2, 2025

PWC Procurement Department recognized with award

For the third consecutive year, the PWC Procurement and Economic Inclusion Department has been recognized for their commitment to excellence, earning the North Carolina Association of Governmental Purchasing (NCAGP) Sustained Professional Purchasing Award (SPPA). ...

Apr 2, 2025

Greater Fayetteville Business Journal welcomes new special projects and events manager

The Greater Fayetteville Business Journal is welcoming a new member to the team with the addition of Elizabeth “Ellie” Rhoades as our new special projects and events manager. ...


In The Current Issue

Getting things done in Dunn: Nancy Blackman reflects on her career in supporting and funding small businesses in rural NC

Nancy Blackman. Photo provided by Blackman.In the landscape of regional rural economic development, Nancy J. Blackman stands out for providing financial opportunities to hundreds of small businesses and helping them to forge a path forward in uncerta


On a mission: Kaylynn Suarez is ready to engage with the community as the new executive director of the Fayetteville Dogwood Festival in 2025

PHOTO BY RAYMIE DAY PHOTOGRAPHY Kaylynn Suarez became executive director of the Fayetteville Dogwood Festival in December of 2024. Since then, she has outdone herself at every turn. But it’s not just all her experience, Suarez’s positive, go-get


Editor's note: "I'm Every Woman"

Happy Women’s History Month all! I hope you took some time to reflect on the important women in your life on International Women’s Day this past Saturday, March 8. I myself have had the unofficial theme song of the month “I’m Every Woman” by the irre