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Jul 8, 2026

UNCP Accounting Professor elected to NCACPA Board of Directors

UNC Pembroke accounting professor Dr. Dena Breece has been elected to the North Carolina Association of CPAs Board of Directors, bringing decades of experience in accounting education, public service and professional leadership to the statewide organization. ...

Jul 8, 2026

ASOMF announces appointment of Margaret Britten as executive director

The Airborne & Special Operations Museum Foundation Board of Directors recently announced the appointment of Margaret Britten as executive director. ...

Jul 8, 2026

Fayetteville State University’s Chuck McKinnon selected for national Executive Leadership Academy

Fayetteville State University's Chuck McKinnon, associate vice chancellor for Strategic Communications, has been selected by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities for the 2026-27 Executive Leadership Academy. ...

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Playing to win: How gamification shapes modern communication

Posted Jun 19, 2026
“Discourses at Play: A Rhetorical Exploration of Historical Crises Using the Language of Games” by Fayetteville State University’s Communication and Media Studies professor, Dr. Todd Frobish, explores a diverse set of historical crises through the le
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Jul 8, 2026

Brittany Odom promoted to chief operating officer of FCEDC

The Fayetteville Cumberland Economic Development Corporation is excited to announce the promotion of Brittany Tschida Odom to chief operating officer. In her new role, Odom will oversee FCEDC’s organizational operations with an emphasis on marketing, communication and special projects. ...

Jul 7, 2026

Fayetteville State University Alumni Association donates record $250K to support students

Fayetteville State University Chancellor Darrell T. Allison joins National Alumni Association leadership and members to celebrate a historic $250,000 gift during the second annual scholarship gala on June 27, 2026. The funds will support student scho ...

Jul 7, 2026

City expands economic development resources for local businesses

Graphic courtesy of the City of FayettevilleThe City of Fayetteville is expanding resources available to local businesses through a series of updated economic development programs designed to make it easier for businesses and commercial property owne ...

Jul 6, 2026

Fayetteville PWC activates Stage 1 water conservation measures

The Fayetteville Public Works Commission (PWC) has activated Stage 1 (Alert) of the City of Fayetteville’s Water Shortage Response Ordinance effective immediately. Stage 1 is voluntary and asks customers to reduce non-essential water use to help prot ...

Jul 6, 2026

Q2 2026 Economic Outlook Report features local, state and national indicators

Graphics courtesy of Dr. Jeremy JacksonDr. Jeremy Jackson, the Lloyd V. Hackley Chair for the Study of Capitalism and Free Enterprise at Fayetteville State University’s Broadwell College of Business and Economics, has released the latest edition of a ...

Jul 6, 2026

Systel continues Carolina Typewriter Company's legacy of customer service

Systel Business Equipment is proud to celebrate the successful integration of Carolina Typewriter Company (CTC) customer relationships into the Systel organization, building on more than a century of combined experience serving businesses across the ...


In The Current Issue

Fairytale fare: Once Upon a Bite serves up charcuterie spreads that tell a story

Once Upon a Bite launched in early 2026 and has continued to grow through local markets, festivals, private events and community partnerships throughout the Fayetteville area.


Growing and glowing: Skin Specialists of Fayetteville expands into new Owen Drive facility, plans July grand reopening

Photo provided by Skin Specialists of FayettevilleA Veteran-owned Fayetteville medical spa that launched during the COVID-19 pandemic has grown into a multi-disciplinary aesthetics and wellness practice — winning the 2024 Readers’ Choice Award for Be


Savoring tradition: How Yinzers is bringing Pittsburgh's iconic flavors to Fayetteville

Josh Buracchio and his wife Gina had a vision two years ago: to bring the best of their beloved Pittsburgh’s culinary scene to Fayetteville.