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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.  ...

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The Hidden Costs of Poor Security: How Small Vulnerabilities Create Big Losses for Businesses

Posted Dec 2, 2025
Security failures rarely show up clearly on a business’s financial statements, yet they quietly chip away at the bottom line every single day. When most business owners think about security risks, they immediately think of break-ins, burglaries, or c
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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. ...

Feb 11, 2026

CCS honors service and dedication: February Extra Mile and Committed Community Support Award recipients recognized

CCS Business Systems Support Analyst Julia Burns received the Extra Mile Award. Adrian McPherson and The Barber Coalition were named the February recipients of the Committed Community Support Award. ...

Feb 11, 2026

Accel Innovation Corporation welcomes Corey Bolka to the team as a DoD Skillbridge fellow

Corey Bolka brings nearly 20 years of experience leading intelligence and operations in support of joint and coalition missions across CENTCOM, EUCOM and PACOM. ...

Feb 11, 2026

Sandhills Community College recognized with excellence award at Raeford-Hoke County Chamber of Commerce meeting

Sandhills Community College was recently recognized with a Nonprofit Excellence Award at the Raeford-Hoke Chamber of Commerce annual business dinner held on Jan. 29, 2026. ...

Feb 10, 2026

MU hosts 30+ employers for career fair

Students took full advantage of the fair to learn about career options, make connections and gain confidence in their professional futures. Photos provided by MUMethodist University opened its doors to employers from across the state on Thursday, Feb ...


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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