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A second chance: Family, faith and a life-saving heart

Marty Breswitz - Accounts Payable Analyst, Cape Fear Valley Health
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Federal Construction & Infrastructure Leaders Head to Wilmington for 2026 Southeast Region Summit, April 14–16

Tim Malone - Data Management and Programming Technician, North Carolina Military Business Center
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ArtsXL Is a Tourism Strategy, Not Just a Building

Kennon Jackson - Chief of Staff, The Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County

Feb 17, 2026

Pinehurst Medical Clinic expands mental health services through new partnership with April Health

Logo courtesy of PMCPinehurst Medical Clinic (PMC) recently announced a significant expansion of its mental health service offerings through a new partnership with April Health, a Wysa company, and a leader in specialized psychiatric support. The col ...

Feb 17, 2026

Pennsylvania Transformer Technology and Sandhills Community College partner to establish new registered pre-apprenticeships and apprenticeships

Photos from PTT Groundbreaking in Hoke County on December 10, 2025.Pennsylvania Transformer Technology (PTT) and Sandhills Community College (SCC) have partnered to establish new registered pre-apprenticeships and apprenticeships in the welding and i ...

Feb 17, 2026

Sweet news, Southern Pines: Peach Cobbler Factory opens new location on Feb. 21

The Peach Cobbler Factory, a rapidly growing franchise known for its fruit cobblers, banana pudding, cobbler shakes and other desserts, will open its 15th North Carolina location at noon on Saturday, Feb. 21. ...

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A second chance: Family, faith and a life-saving heart

Posted Jan 20, 2026
Heart disease runs deep in my family. My father, all his brothers—even my own brothers and I—have walked this hard road. I was 36 when I had my first heart attack. That day, Dr. Bacon, with Cape Fear Valley Health, put in three stents and started me
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Feb 16, 2026

Harnett County celebrates the opening of Harnett Advanced Technology Training Center

Photo by GFBJHarnett County celebrated the opening of the Harnett Advanced Technology Training Center, formerly Magnolia School, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, Feb. 13, 2026. The event marked the completion of a two-year transformation pro ...

Feb 13, 2026

First Bank’s CEO Adam Currie elected director of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond

Adam CurrieFirst Bank is pleased to announce that Adam Currie, President and CEO of First Bank, has been elected as a Class A director of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond.Currie brings over 20 years of financial services expertise to his role at ...

Feb 13, 2026

Arts Council of Fayetteville | Cumberland County announces leadership transition

Robert PinsonThe Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County announces a planned leadership transition following 15 years of dedicated service by President and CEO Bob Pinson.At its regularly scheduled meeting, the Arts Council Board formally acce ...

Feb 13, 2026

UNC Pembroke, Old Main STREAM Academy launch dual enrollment partnership

Dr. Rose Marie Lowry-Townsend (left) chair of the Old Main Stream Academy Board of Directors and Chancellor Robin Gary Cummings, MD. Photo provided by UNCP.UNC Pembroke and Old Main STREAM Academy have formalized a new dual enrollment agreement, crea ...

Feb 13, 2026

Grants, grit and community: Roseboro cuts ribbon on revitalized GC Thomas Building

The town purchased 109-C Roseboro St. in downtown Roseboro in 2022 with plans for renovating it and outfitting the space to accommodate new tenants. The building is approximately 3600 square feet in size and offers two studio apartments as well as retail space. ...

Feb 12, 2026

44th Annual Fayetteville Dogwood Festival brings a 90s & early 2000s throwback

The Fayetteville Dogwood Festival is officially turning back the clock while taking meaningful steps forward for the future of the community as well as the Dogwood Festival. The Fayetteville Dogwood Festival proudly announces that the 44th Annua ...


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Positively grape: Twisted Vines Vineyard supports local entrepreneurs and helps visitors make lasting memories

Owners Dana and Tracy Horne planted their vineyard in 2009. In 2019, they introduced their u-pick vineyard, and visitors loved the addition. They’ve also added a 4,608 sq ft. venue available to rent for events. Photo by Emily Grace Photography.Twiste


Ensuring future economic competitive edge: City of Dunn water treatment plant expansion is part of larger regional development

Mayor Elmore saw the necessity for this land acquisition when he first took office six years ago. The land owner recently came around to negotiations on the condition the sale was for all of his parcels. This is more land than the City of Dunn curren


Fayetteville’s evolving job market: Opportunities, trends and community investments

While the weather outside is cold, the local job market is hot. Fayetteville employers continue to bring on additional talent across a variety of industries.Quality employment opportunities are available at companies across Fayetteville and Cumberlan