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Mar 31, 2026

Kia McMillan introduces Ace 19 Cafe and Lounge at Stryker Golf Course

Fayetteville native Kia McMillan has revamped the Stryker Golf Course clubhouse event venue and dining facility by opening Ace 19 Cafe and Lounge. The cafe provides fresh food and refreshing drink options and features indoor and outdoor seating. ...

Mar 30, 2026

First Citizens Bank contributes $500,000 to new Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine

Photo provided by MUSenior Vice President and Manager of Commercial Banking at First Citizens Bank, Tim Richardson, recently presented a symbolic check representing a monumental contribution of $500,000 from First Citizens to the Methodist University ...

Mar 30, 2026

City of Fayetteville joined by state officials to announce expansion of LEAD program

Photo provided by: City of Fayetteville On Tuesday, March 24, North Carolina Governor Josh Stein, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), and the North Carolina Harm Reduction Coalition (NCHRC) announced at Fayettevi ...

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Cape Fear Valley ENT helps patients breathe easier

Posted Mar 20, 2026
Spring has sprung, and pollen fills the air, leading to runny noses, itchy eyes, headaches and a myriad of other symptoms that leave people on the couch with a box of tissues instead of outside in the warm breeze. To help combat these seasonal s
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Mar 30, 2026

Cumberland County leaders convene for Infrastructure Summit focused on regional growth and coordination

Cumberland County Chairman Kirk deViere participated in the Infrastructure Summit which brought together representatives from transportation, utilities, and local governments to align priorities and identify coordinated strategies to support future g ...

Mar 30, 2026

Hope Mills seeks residents to fill government committee vacancies

The Town of Hope Mills encourages residents to take an active role in local government by serving on community committees. Membership is reserved for Town of Hope Mills residents unless otherwise specified, and individuals may serve on up to two comm ...

Mar 27, 2026

Fayetteville Woodpeckers announce 2026 opening night roster

The Fayetteville Woodpeckers, in conjunction with the Houston Astros, have unveiled the 2026 Opening Day Roster ahead of their Carolina League opener against the Wilson Warbirds on April 3 at Segra Stadium. The 30-man roster breaks down to 15 positio ...

Mar 27, 2026

NCDMV selects vendor for system modernization

The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) has announced the selection of Kyndryl for its System Modernization initiative following a competitive Request for Proposal (RFP) that was released in August. The award represents a significant step forward ...

Mar 27, 2026

State leadership encourages employers to apply for HIRE Vets Medallion Program; Federal program recognizes companies for hiring, retaining and training Veterans

Photo pulled from HIREVets.govNorth Carolina leadership including Governor Josh Stein, North Carolina Department of Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley, and North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Secretary Jocelyn Mitnaul Mallette are e ...

Mar 27, 2026

North Carolina Department of Transportation selected for FAA eVTOL Pilot Program

The N.C. Department of Transportation Division of Aviation has been selected to participate in the Federal Aviation Administration’s Advanced Air Mobility and Electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) Integration Pilot Program (eIPP).As part of t ...


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CommWell Health opening new location in Coats; announces retirement of CEO

Graphic courtesy of CommWell HealthCommWell Health, a large private nonprofit Community Health Center, was recently awarded a competitive grant through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to expand essential healthcare access in C


Advancing military technology: Dragon's Lair pitch goes from idea to production

Spc. Alexander Soto, a paratrooper assigned to the 1st Battalion, 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, presents the modular drone case at the Airborne Innovation Lab, Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Feb. 9, 2026. Soto noted the recurring problem of drones


Hogs & chickens & turkeys, oh my! Sampson County Friends of Agriculture Ag Rally scheduled for March 17

Graphic provided by Sampson County Friends of AgricultureThe Sampson County Friends of Agriculture would like to invite the greater Fayetteville community to their annual Agriculture Rally on March 17, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. Originally organized by