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May 12, 2026

Goodyear Tire to close Fayetteville plant in 2027

Logo courtesy of GoodyearThe Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has notified its employees and the United Steelworkers (USW) regarding the likely closure of the Fayetteville Consumer Tire Plant by the end of 2027. “After extensive efforts to mak ...

May 12, 2026

Southeastern Economic Development Commission holds 58th Annual Meeting in Elizabethtown; Highlights regional impact and elects new officers

Pictured left to right: Reginald Speight, Assistant Secretary of Rural Economic Development, NC Department of Commerce; Stephen Barrington, SEDC Secretary/Treasurer, Harnett County Economic Development Director; Ray Jordan, SEDC Chairman, Sampson Cou ...

May 12, 2026

Arts Council announces $500,000 capital investment in Cape Fear Regional Theatre to drive tourism and visitation

Architect rendering of upgraded CFRT facility at 1209 Hay Street/Image Credit: Cape Fear Regional TheatreThe Board of Trustees of the Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County has approved a $500,000 multi-year capital investment in Cape Fear Re ...

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Why Skilled Trades Matter: Addressing the Decline and Urgent Need in Plumbing and HVAC

Posted Apr 1, 2026
Amidst the technological revolution and evolving workforce, skilled trades remain a  lynchpin of society. The roles of plumbers and HVAC technicians are critical—not only for daily  comfort and safety, but for broader economic stability. Ho
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May 11, 2026

Fayetteville celebrates Economic Development Week with new credential and program updates

Mayor Mitch Colvin recognized May 4–8 as Economic Development Week in Fayetteville, presenting a proclamation that highlights the role economic development plays in job creation, neighborhood vitality, business investment and long-term community grow ...

May 11, 2026

UNCP launches program to address STEM teacher shortage

UNCP School of EducationUNC Pembroke is launching a new program to help more students become licensed science and math teachers. The Burroughs Wellcome Fund (BWF) Brave Innovators of STEM Education program will recruit undergraduate and transfer stud ...

May 8, 2026

Roof replacement project causes temporary closure of the U.S. Army Airborne & Special Operations Museum

Photo pulled from the U.S. Army Airborne & Special Operations Museum Facebook page.  The U.S. Army Airborne & Special Operations Museum (ASOM) will temporarily close to the public May 11–15 due to ongoing roof replacement work. The ...

May 8, 2026

Fayetteville Technical Community College restores historic military Jeep for Airborne & Special Operations Museum

 Pictured are the FTCC CollisionU team and ASOM staff. Pictured form left to right: Matt Conley - FTCC Faculty Instructor, Antonio Rojas - FTCC Faculty Instructor, Quintin Patterson - FTCC Faculty Instructor, Doug Irish – Department Chair, Robbi ...

May 8, 2026

Fayetteville State University unites regional leaders to strengthen military family support

Faith Hatton of the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal moderates a panel at the 2026 Military Appreciation Luncheon on April 30. Panelists include, from left, Retired U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Al Aycock, June L. Roberts, Retired U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Kevin ...

May 8, 2026

MCEDP shares Quarterly Progress Report highlighting economic development activities in Moore County

Moore County Economic Development Partnership (MCEDP) recently released their Quarterly Progress Report highlighting their activities and initiatives for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. “This quarter, MCEDP focused on two significant grants aw ...


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Empowering Veterans: The 2026 Fayetteville Veterans Business Expo aims to close the opportunity gap

This is the first year of the Veteran Business Expo, and it grew out of Fayetteville PWC’s Economic Impact Program, which focuses on expanding access and opportunity in public-sector contracting while strengthening the local economy. It builds off th


Bee-lieve the hype: Local apiarists and entrepreneurs share handmade crafts and helpful knowledge about our most important pollinators

Lynlene Apiary and Crafts is owned and operated by mother-daughter duo Carolyn Kleinert and Jolene Kleinert. They are certified apiarists and sell honey, candles made with beeswax, soaps and other crafts at local farmers markets. Photos by GFBJ.Lynle


The Hive of Hope Mills is open for business: Big T's serves as anchor tenant

Big T’s has been a local favorite of Hope Mills since 2000 when Timmy (Big T) and Donna Gray first opened right on Hope Mills Lake. It is a seasonal restaurant, so many of Big T’s loyal customers were happy to hear they would now be open year-round, seven days a week.