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Apr 28, 2026

Fayetteville State University celebrates grand opening of new Center for Counseling and Accessibility Services

At center, Chancellor Darrell T. Allison and Juanette Council, Ed.D., vice chancellor for student affairs, cut the ribbon to celebrate the grand reopening of Fayetteville State University's newly renovated Spaulding Building, joined by campus leaders ...

Apr 28, 2026

SBA announces new “Made in America Loan Guarantee”

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that small manufacturers across the country will soon be eligible for enhanced support through the SBA’s International Trade Loan (ITL) Program. The loans, which come with a 90% federal guarantee ...

Apr 28, 2026

Country Fish Fry closes after 35 years in Fayetteville

After 35 faithful years of serving Fayetteville, a familiar seafood restaurant has announced it has closed its doors permanently.  ...

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FSU’s 4th annual Military Appreciation Luncheon showcases a powerful support ecosystem

Posted Apr 23, 2026
Fayetteville State University is once again opening its doors to the broader community with its fourth annual Military Appreciation Luncheon on April 30, an event designed not just as a celebration, but as a strategic gathering of the people and orga
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Apr 27, 2026

FTCC receives major equipment donation from Carolina Power and Signalization to advance Electrical Lineworker program

Photo provided by FTCCFayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) has received a significant in-kind donation from Carolina Power and Signalization, a local utility contractor serving utilities nationwide. The donation, consisting of a bucket tru ...

Apr 27, 2026

Alive After Five concert series transitions to City of Clinton Main Street Program; 2026 lineup announced

Alive After Five (AA5), the popular community concert series, concluded its 15th anniversary season in 2025. Since its inception, Alive After Five has operated as a committee of the Sampson Arts Council in collaboration with the City of Clinton and S ...

Apr 27, 2026

Cumberland County Cooperative Extension accepting Agricultural Hall of Fame nominations

Cumberland County Cooperative Extension is accepting nominations for candidates for the 2026 Cumberland County Agricultural Hall of Fame. ...

Apr 24, 2026

UNC Pembroke to offer new Bachelor of Science in Agriculture

Dr. Bryan Sales (left), director of the Biology and Agriculture Program, UNCP biology student Evan Phillips and Byron Hunt, agriculture research technician, review field conditions at UNC Pembroke’s ACRES site on Deep Branch Road. Photo provided by U ...

Apr 24, 2026

City expands tennis and pickleball opportunities with court improvements and additions

Pexels/Mason TuttleThis week, Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreation (FCPR) started construction at Tokay Park to replace the existing six tennis courts, which have reached their lifespan, with three tennis courts and 10 pickleball courts.  ...

Apr 24, 2026

Regional housing activity strengthens as closed sales and new listings rise

The Longleaf Pine REALTORS® recently released its March 2026 housing market statistics. The latest data reflects stronger closed sales, increased new listings, continued inventory growth and relatively stable pricing across the region. ...


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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