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Jun 24, 2026

Fayetteville State University earns national recognition for preparing future elementary teachers in the science of reading

The undergraduate elementary teacher preparation program at Fayetteville State University has earned an A+ from the National Council on Teacher Quality for its preparation of future teachers to teach reading to elementary students. ...

Jun 24, 2026

MU Board of Trustees honors Rakesh Gupta with the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award; Vinita Gupta with the Mary Mildred Sullivan Award

For their abundant service in the community for more than three decades, leadership in helping to form the SOM and contributions to its future successes, the MU Board of Trustees honored Rakesh Gupta with the Algernon Sydney Sullivan Award and Vinita Gupta with the Mary Mildred Sullivan Award. ...

Jun 24, 2026

Lumberton earns Main Street America™ Accreditation for 2026

The City of Lumberton is proud to celebrate Main Street Lumberton earning Main Street America™ Accreditation for 2026. ...

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Are your adventures covered? Coverage tips for your RV, ATV and boat

Posted Jun 2, 2026
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Jun 24, 2026

WAMC welcomes new Army physician assistants to the force

A group of medical professionals celebrated a major milestone, graduating from the Interservice Physician Assistant Program (IPAP) with master’s degrees in physician assistant studies during a ceremony on June 12 at Womack Army Medical Center. ...

Jun 23, 2026

New School of Medicine to hold open house for entire community

Photo provided by Methodist UniversityAll community members, prospective students, healthcare professionals, educators and local leaders are invited to experience North Carolina’s newest medical school during the Methodist University Cape Fear Valley ...

Jun 23, 2026

Fayetteville native and Army Veteran expands ICAN Clothes into Navy Exchanges worldwide

Kelsey BattleArmy Veteran, entrepreneur, motivational speaker and Fayetteville native Kelsey Battle is celebrating a major milestone as his inspirational apparel brand, ICAN Clothes, launches in 23 participating Navy Exchange (NEXCOM) locations world ...

Jun 23, 2026

From Haymount to Hoke: Haymount Truck Stop announces second location coming to Hoke County in 2027

The new spot will be located outside of the Bedford neighborhood in Hoke County. Though not in Haymount, the new location will retain the name Haymount Truck Stop. ...

Jun 22, 2026

Fort Bragg Red White Boom Fest set for June 27

Photo courtesy of Ft. BraggThe Directorate of Family, Morale, Welfare and Recreation will host Fort Bragg’s Independence Day celebration Saturday, June 27, on the Main Post Parade Field. Entrance to the Red, White and Boom Fest is free and open to th ...

Jun 22, 2026

Fayetteville Fire hosts women in fire service recruitment event

The Fayetteville Fire Department will host its sixth Annual Women in Fire Service Day recruiting event on Saturday, June 27, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event is for women interested in joining the fire service or learning more about becoming a firefig ...


In The Current Issue

Community questions: Discussions begin within the Lumbee Tribe of N.C. about potential casino project

On Monday, June 1, 2026, Tribe members from District 2 and District 15, the districts surrounding the area currently planned for the casino, met for a community meeting.Amidst the glitz and glamour of the idea of a new casino coming to the Lumbee Tri


Unlocking innovations: Emerging Technology Institute hosts USSOCOM Technical Experimentation

This is the fourth year that ETI has hosted the event, and in years past Freeman has seen a host of innovative technology, including various drone types and programming, robotic dogs, 3D printed houses, and airspace scanners. Photo provided by USSOCO


Barrier-free financial education: Money Box Academy expands its reach through support from local government and nonprofit organizations

Crystal McLean (left) with Scott Embry (right). Money Box Academy received a $10,000 grant from United Way of Cumberland County’s Youth Growth Stock Trust. Photos provided by Crystal McLean.The Youth Growth Stock Trust Committee, administered by the