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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 ...

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Federal Construction & Infrastructure Leaders Head to Wilmington for 2026 Southeast Region Summit, April 14–16

Posted Feb 5, 2026
For contractors and professional service firms tracking federal construction, infrastructure, energy, and environmental work across the Southeast, the most valuable commodity is clarity: what is coming, who owns it, how it will be acquired, and what
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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 ...

Feb 12, 2026

Harnett County secures $656K from Golden LEAF to advance Western Harnett Innovation Park

The funding will support Phase 1 development activities of 40 acres at Western Harnett Innovation Park. Site readiness activities, including due diligence, design and engineering, will occur on the full 40 acres. Site development activities, including clearing, grubbing and grading, will occur on approximately 10 acres at the entrance of the park. ...

Feb 12, 2026

Methodist University President Stanley T. Wearden, Ph.D., announces retirement

President Stanley T. Wearden, Ph.D. - Photo provided by Methodist UniversityThe Methodist University Board of Trustees announced today, Feb. 12, that Methodist University President Stanley T. Wearden, Ph.D., will retire effective June 30, 2027.  ...

Feb 11, 2026

Cumberland County Board of Education approves school consolidation and facility recommendations for CCS

Approved recommendations include the construction of a new E.E. Smith High School, the construction of a new elementary school on the J.W. Coon campus, the construction of a new elementary school on the Ferguson-Easley campus, the construction of a classroom addition at Gray’s Creek High School and more. ...

Feb 11, 2026

Fayetteville MSA professionals appointed to state boards and commissions

Governor Stein appointed Neisha Wetzel of Hoke County (pictured) to the North Carolina Board of Physical Therapy Examiners and Alfred “Al” T. Davis of Cumberland County to the North Carolina Human Resources Commission. ...

Feb 11, 2026

FSU earns statewide ranking for value and affordability from Research.com

Fayetteville State University has been recognized for its affordability and value, earning the No. 2 spot in North Carolina on Research.com’s Best Value Colleges list for 2026. ...


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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