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Nov 2, 2026

Cool Spring Downtown District announces 6th annual District NYE Spectacular

Graphic courtesy of CSDDThe City of Fayetteville and Cool Spring Downtown District are pleased to announce the return of the District New Year’s Eve Spectacular for its sixth year, held in Festival Park (335 Ray Ave) on Thursday, Dec. 31 from 7:30 p. ...

Nov 2, 2026

Fayetteville PWC to host Veterans Business Expo Nov. 12

The Fayetteville Public Works Commission (PWC) will host a Veterans Business Expo on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at PWC's Main Operations Complex, located at 955 Old Wilmington Road in Fayetteville. The event will provid ...

Oct 30, 2026

Eutaw Landing celebrates grand opening, expands affordable housing for seniors

Government leaders, partners and supporters all came together with the SEML Development and Duggins family on Friday, Oct. 30 to celebrate the grand opening of a new affordable housing facility for seniors. ...

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Project Management in the Trades: The Difference Between Doing the Work and Delivering the Project

Posted Oct 1, 2026
In the skilled trades, we take pride in knowing how to do the work. We know how to install it,  build it, repair it, fabricate it, troubleshoot it, and make it work when the unexpected happens. But there is an important distinction between perfo
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Oct 30, 2026

Lumbee Tribe unveils Red Springs site for 75–80 future homes

The project spans 40 acres adjoining 301 Mount Tabor Road in Red Springs. Between 75 and 80 homes will be constructed in the coming years. ...

Oct 29, 2026

Fayetteville Liberty return for season two at the Crown Coliseum in March 2027

Graphic courtesy of the Crown ComplexThe Crown Complex is excited to welcome the Fayetteville Liberty back for their second season of professional basketball beginning in March 2027. Moving to the Crown Coliseum, the Liberty will continue bringing fa ...

Oct 28, 2026

Cumberland County to host Input Sessions for proposed Cedar Creek, East Central Water & Sewer Districts

Cumberland County will host two community input sessions in November regarding the proposed Cedar Creek and East Central Water & Sewer Districts. ...

Oct 28, 2026

NCDOT to replace bridge at the Cumberland–Harnett County line

The bridge carrying Elliott Bridge Road over the Lower Little River will be replaced starting in November, improving a key connection at the Cumberland-Harnett county line.Built in 1961, the bridge is nearing the end of its service life. While it con ...

Oct 28, 2026

Fayetteville ECD seeks community input for 2027 economic and community development priorities

The City of Fayetteville’s Economic and Community Development Department will host two stakeholder engagement sessions focused on the upcoming Annual Action Plan Notice of Funding Availability ...

Oct 28, 2026

Harnett County invites residents to 5th annual Community Day on Oct. 29

Harnett County is excited to invite residents to the 5th annual Community Day, taking place on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. at the Harnett County Government Complex, located at 455 McKinney Parkway in Lillington, N.C. ...


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A legacy of valor: Recognizing the vital role of the Green Beret Foundation in supporting Special Forces

The US Army Special Forces (SF), known as Green Berets because they are awarded a green beret to wear following the rigorous selection and training process, are specialized military units trained to conduct special operations. Photo provided by the G


Fueling families: USAA AND Robert Irvine Foundation launch Fuel to Serve to strengthen military family well-being and readiness

Fuel to Serve will go “beyond the dining hall,” using food and shared meals as trusted entry points to link families with a broader network of resources. Photo courtesy of USAA.USAA and the Robert Irvine Foundation recently announced Fuel to Serve. T


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