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Jun 17, 2026

Maryland-based Obrecht Properties enters North Carolina market with acquisition of 30-acre site near Fort Bragg in Fayetteville

From left to right:  Richie Blue, Obrecht Properties; Rob Patton, Fayetteville Cumberland Economic Development Corporation, Fayetteville Mayor Mitch Colvin  members of the Campbellton Youth Chorus, Thomas Obrecht, Obrecht Properties; and Ki ...

Jun 17, 2026

New DMV location opens at Fort Bragg

Photo provided by Governor Stein's officeA new driver license office is now open at the Fort Bragg Soldier Support Center. This new office will provide dedicated driver license services to service members, Veterans and military families on base.“Whet ...

Jun 17, 2026

Fayetteville Technical Community College’s bookstore shines at the national level

Fayetteville Technical Community College is gaining national attention for its collaborative and innovative approach to campus engagement, following a recent feature at the National Association of College Store Auxiliary Services conference this spring. ...

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Mental health matters at Fayetteville State University

Posted May 26, 2026
Fayetteville State University is dedicated to meeting the needs of all students, and that includes comprehensive, integrated services to support each unique individual’s mental health journey. The university recently celebrated the reopening of
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Jun 17, 2026

UNCP's Jess Boersma selected for prestigious national leadership program

Dr. Jess Boersma, vice chancellor for strategy, data analytics and institutional performance and chief of staff at UNC Pembroke, has been selected to participate in the 2026-27 Millennium Leadership Initiative. ...

Jun 17, 2026

Cumberland County Board of Education approves two new principals

The Cumberland County Board of Education approved the appointments of Estella Johnson as principal of Cumberland Academy K-5 Virtual School and Emily Richards as principal of Long Hill Elementary School. ...

Jun 17, 2026

Arts Council Staff Member Renee Grayson completes Nonprofit Management Institute

Renee Grayson has completed the North Carolina Center for Nonprofits’ Nonprofit Management Institute, a statewide leadership development program designed to strengthen nonprofit management and organizational effectiveness. ...

Jun 16, 2026

Community questions: Discussions begin within the Lumbee Tribe of N.C. about potential casino project

On Monday, June 1, 2026, Tribe members from District 2 and District 15, the districts surrounding the area currently planned for the casino, met for a community meeting.Amidst the glitz and glamour of the idea of a new casino coming to the Lumbee Tri ...

Jun 16, 2026

Blum Malley selected as Methodist University's next president

MU Provost & Executive Vice President Suzanne Blum Malley, Ph.D.Photo provided by: MUThe Methodist University Board of Trustees announced today, Tuesday, June, 16 the appointment of MU Provost & Executive Vice President Suzanne Blum Malley, P ...

Jun 16, 2026

Sips of Grace NC serves up sweet drinks and a spiritual message

Sips of Grace NC, owned and operated by Nina Turner, serves up fresh-squeezed lemonade with customizations available and specialty layered drinks. ...


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Community questions: Discussions begin within the Lumbee Tribe of N.C. about potential casino project

On Monday, June 1, 2026, Tribe members from District 2 and District 15, the districts surrounding the area currently planned for the casino, met for a community meeting.Amidst the glitz and glamour of the idea of a new casino coming to the Lumbee Tri


Unlocking innovations: Emerging Technology Institute hosts USSOCOM Technical Experimentation

This is the fourth year that ETI has hosted the event, and in years past Freeman has seen a host of innovative technology, including various drone types and programming, robotic dogs, 3D printed houses, and airspace scanners. Photo provided by USSOCO


Barrier-free financial education: Money Box Academy expands its reach through support from local government and nonprofit organizations

Crystal McLean (left) with Scott Embry (right). Money Box Academy received a $10,000 grant from United Way of Cumberland County’s Youth Growth Stock Trust. Photos provided by Crystal McLean.The Youth Growth Stock Trust Committee, administered by the