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Mar 13, 2026

Robeson Community College CTE building enters Bid Phase II, construction expected to begin this fall

Bid Phase I, covering the pre-engineered metal building, is complete and came in under budget. Bid Phase II, which includes the remainder of the construction packages such as building finishes, site work and systems, is scheduled for a bid day of April 16, 2026. ...

Mar 13, 2026

Joshua Sparks named broker-in-charge at ERA Strother Real Estate in Fayetteville

ERA Strother Real Estate has promoted Joshua Sparks to Broker in Charge, placing him over approximately 70 agents and the firm’s day-to-day brokerage operations. ...

Mar 12, 2026

Annual Step Up 4 Health & Wellness Expo returns

Photo provided by MUMethodist University, in partnership with the Cape Fear Valley Health Foundation, once again invites the community to campus to take steps toward better health in the return of the annual Step Up 4 Health & Wellness Expo on Sa ...

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United Way of Cumberland County

Gratitude: Honoring the generosity of a community by maximizing impact

Posted Mar 2, 2026
When I truly recognized that the United Way of Cumberland County exists only through the generosity of this community, it fundamentally changed me, as a leader and as a person.Your United Way does not receive state or federal funding. We are sustaine
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Mar 11, 2026

Oak Grove Technologies awarded JIOP commercial range services BPA at Fort Bragg

Image courtesy of OGTOak Grove Technologies (OGT) announced it has been awarded a five-year contract by the Lieutenant General Gavin Joint Innovation Outpost (JIOP) for the use of their multi-domain Test & Training Center in Hoffman, N.C.Under th ...

Mar 11, 2026

FirstHealth with Pinehurst Medical Clinic gains new electrophysiology provider, strengthening local heart care

Jessica JonesPinehurst Medical Clinic (PMC) has recruited Jessica Jones, DNP, FNP-C, BSN, to its Cardiology team in Pinehurst. Jones provides patient services under agreement with FirstHealth. FirstHealth and Pinehurst Medical Clinic Cardiology celeb ...

Mar 11, 2026

Dr. José Rivera honored for distinguished service to choral music

Dr. José Rivera has been awarded the 2025 Lara Hoggard Award for Distinguished Service in Choral Music. The Lara Hoggard Award, established in 1986, recognizes distinguished accomplishments and service to choral music across North Carolina. ...

Mar 11, 2026

Michael Tart named interim chief operating officer for CFVH

Tart is a native of Harnett County and has been a dedicated member of the Cape Fear Valley Health family for more than 10 years. During his time with the organization, he has served in several key leadership roles. ...

Mar 11, 2026

Cumberland County Schools earns NCSPRA “Best of the Best” honor and eight statewide communications awards

CCS was among school districts statewide recognized for communications excellence this year, reinforcing the district’s continued leadership in strategic communications and community engagement. ...

Mar 11, 2026

Moore Regional recognized among North Carolina’s Best Hospitals in 2026

Moore Regional Hospital tied for sixth place in Business North Carolina’s annual Best Hospitals list, and Moore Regional Hospital-Richmond tied for seventh place on the Patient Picks list, moving up a spot from last year. ...


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Jamel Williams transitioned from active military duty to the civilian workforce in 2018. He entered into the field of real estate with the hope of helping other military personnel find their home, as he knew from firsthand experience the challenge th


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