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Apr 20, 2026

First cohort of students gets advance look at new Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine

Photo provided by Methodist UniversityThe first group of accepted students was recently given the opportunity to meet faculty, staff and get their first look at the new Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine (SOM).After a wel ...

Apr 17, 2026

Womack Army Medical Center announces transition to Department of Mental Health

Womack Army Medical Center is proud to announce the transition of its Department of Behavioral Health to the Department of Mental Health (DoMH). While the name is changing, the institution’s commitment to the Fort Bragg community isn’t. Patients shou ...

Apr 17, 2026

A new chapter: Book Black Women Inc. deepens impact with new partnerships and new programming

In just four short years, Book Black Women Inc. has flourished exponentially. New partnerships, serious sponsorships, a new location and putting on an all-original play are just some of the accomplishments on the horizon for Ayana Washington’s creati ...

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Exploring advanced aesthetic procedures: From injectables to surgical reconstruction at Cape Fear Valley Plastic Surgery

Posted Apr 13, 2026
Cape Fear Valley Plastic Surgery offers the full gamut of typical plastic surgery from office procedures like injectables of Botox and filler, earlobe repairs, light lasers and light treatments to surgical breast care for cancer reconstruction, cosme
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Apr 17, 2026

Editor's note: Celebrating Spring in Fayetteville

Photo by Stephanie MeadorAs the trees and bushes bloom and the weather heats up, I’m enjoying spending more and more time outdoors, walking on trails, dining on patios and even driving with the windows down to soak in the fresh air. I’ve always ...

Apr 17, 2026

Leading the way: Inspiring the next generation of women in medicine

L to R: April Martin, MSPAS, PA-C, Elza Mylona, Ph.D., Carol Nichols, Ph.D., Meredith Gronski, OTR/L, CLA, FAOTA, Janay Hagins, DNP, RN. Photo provided by MU.As the Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine gears up to welcome i ...

Apr 16, 2026

41 years strong: Highstreet Warren Insurance Group adapts while staying true to its founder

Highstreet Warren Insurance Group has 15 in-office employees. Many staff members have been with the organization for a decade or more. Photos provided by Highstreet Warren Insurance Group A longstanding family business in Fayetteville is sharing ...

Apr 16, 2026

Cape Fear Valley Health celebrates expansion of First Adventures Child Development Center

The 11,519-square-foot expansion brings the facility’s total size to more than 26,000 square feet and includes 12 new classrooms, increasing enrollment capacity and creating approximately 30 new jobs. ...

Apr 16, 2026

Building up business leaders: Fayetteville invests in its next generation with annual leadership summit

Now in its third year, the Next Generation Business Summit is becoming a fixture in Fayetteville — a business event that incorporates professional development, community-building and cultivating young talent in Fayetteville.On April 21, roughly 200 y ...

Apr 15, 2026

Friendship House Fayetteville celebrates new cottages with ribbon-cutting ceremony

The cottages are an expansion of Friendship House Fayetteville, an intentional living community that offers affordable, integrated housing for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The cottages, constructed by local homebuilder Ben Stout Construction, each feature two bedrooms. ...


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A new chapter: Book Black Women Inc. deepens impact with new partnerships and new programming

In just four short years, Book Black Women Inc. has flourished exponentially. New partnerships, serious sponsorships, a new location and putting on an all-original play are just some of the accomplishments on the horizon for Ayana Washington’s creati


Elevating the golf experience: The entrepreneurs behind Chip Shot Golf's ambitious drone delivery vision

Bobby Kulp and Forth Heffner, the entrepreneurs behind Chip Shot Golf, are hoping their drone delivery service can become a household name for golfers who want to experience maximum comfort on demand. Photo provided by Kulp.An entrepreneur and tech w


Editor's note: Celebrating Spring in Fayetteville

Photo by Stephanie MeadorAs the trees and bushes bloom and the weather heats up, I’m enjoying spending more and more time outdoors, walking on trails, dining on patios and even driving with the windows down to soak in the fresh air. I’ve always