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May 22, 2026

New roundabout requires temporary detour in Hope Mills

A section of King Road in western Cumberland County will close starting next week for the construction of a roundabout.The private developer for the Publix-anchored Rockfish Village shopping center south of Fayetteville is building a roundabout. It w ...

May 21, 2026

Upscale hotel proposed for downtown Fayetteville

The proposal includes approximately 125 hotel rooms, restaurant space, meeting and convention space, green space, commercial space and parking. ...

May 21, 2026

Cumberland Community Foundation announces over $1,000,000 in scholarship awards

Photo courtesy of CCFCumberland Community Foundation announced $1,042,300 in new and renewed scholarships at its annual scholarship awards reception on May 20, 2026. Students, family members, scholarship committee volunteers and donors attended the a ...

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How High-Tech Heart Scans are Transforming Life-Saving Treatments

Posted May 4, 2026
One of medicine’s most powerful truths is that you can’t fix what you can’t see. This is especially true when it comes to your heart, a complex, four-chambered pump that is responsible for keeping you alive.When something goes wrong in your heart, wh
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May 20, 2026

Douglas Byrd launches new Family Resource Center

Photos provided by CCSDouglas Byrd High School recently celebrated the grand opening of its Community School Family Resource Center, “The Eagles Connection.” The new space is designed to connect students and families with valuable resources, support ...

May 20, 2026

Fayetteville State graduate moves directly from undergraduate research to Johns Hopkins doctoral program

Shereiff Garrett, a computer science major, Navy Veteran and first-generation graduate, represents the talent, discipline and purpose FSU sends into the workforce and advanced study. This fall, she begins a doctoral program in computer science at Johns Hopkins University to continue research in medical AI. ...

May 20, 2026

Professors named Pharmacy Faculty Preceptors of the Year

The Campbell University College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences Doctor of Pharmacy Class of 2026 recognized Dr. Ann Marie Nye and Dr. Allison Presnell with the Faculty Preceptor of the Year Award during the PharmD Class of 2026 Celebration. ...

May 20, 2026

Moore Regional Hospital among top 5% nationwide for patient experience

FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst, including its Hoke and Richmond campuses, has been named a 2026 Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ recipient by Healthgrades. ...

May 20, 2026

CBA’s Lindsey Backey receives Cartus’ highest honors

Coldwell Banker Advantage Relocation Director Lindsey Backey has won both of Cartus' highest honors: the Champions Cup and the Master's Cup. ...

May 20, 2026

Robert C. Pinson awarded the Order of the Longleaf Pine

Robert C. “Bob” Pinson, president and CEO of the Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County, was recently awarded the Order of the Longleaf Pine during a special celebration attended by Arts Council Board members, family, elected officials and staff. ...


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Editor's note: Happy Mother's Day

Photo provided by magnific.comWith Mother’s Day coming up this weekend, I’d like to give a shoutout to my wonderful mom, who has done so much to shape me into the person I am today. My mom, Jeanne Meador, is a brilliant example of a selfless, in


Mental health milestone: FSU celebrates $1.45M investment in student mental health and accessibility

At center, Chancellor Darrell T. Allison and Juanette Council, Ed.D., vice chancellor for student affairs, cut the ribbon to celebrate the grand reopening of Fayetteville State University's newly renovated Spaulding Building, joined by campus leaders


A hub for innovation: FCEDC repurposes landmark Fayetteville building into a future-focused hub

FCEDC has officially moved its staff and operations to 611 W. Russell St. The 35,800- square-foot center was previously home to Homemakers Furniture and Interiors. Renovations began in the fall of 2025 and are expected to be completed in the next six to eight months. Currently, FCEDC staff are working within an open 7,500-square-foot floor plan as initial improvements progress.