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Jul 22, 2026

Cumberland County Commissioners approve economic development incentives for potential drone manufacturing facility

Leadership with the Fayetteville Cumberland Economic Development Corp. are working to keep Cumberland County competitive in efforts to bring a new manufacturing facility to the area. ...

Jul 22, 2026

FTCC opens SparkNC STEM Lab on campus

Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) celebrated the June opening of its new SparkNC Lab, marking a milestone as the only SparkLab in North Carolina located on a community college campus. ...

Jul 22, 2026

Womack earns Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval for second straight cycle

Womack Army Medical Center has earned The Joint Commission’s (TJC) Gold Seal of Approval following a multiday inspection, reaffirming the hospital's commitment to continuous compliance with national patient safety and quality care standards. ...

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FSU expands cybersecurity training with high‑success certification training programs

Posted Jul 1, 2026
In a tight job market, finding your niche and setting yourself apart from the competition is essential. As technology continues to evolve rapidly, businesses are in constant need of qualified technology professionals to assist them in advancing their
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Jul 22, 2026

YMCA of the Sandhills earns highest recognition for child safety standards

The YMCA of the Sandhills has earned Praesidium Accreditation®, reflecting its commitment to the highest standards in child safety and abuse prevention. ...

Jul 22, 2026

NC Military Business Center’s TJ Gilroy named director of defense technologies

The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC), headquartered at Fayetteville Technical Community College, is pleased to announce the selection of Thomas “TJ” Gilroy for the position of director of defense technologies. ...

Jul 22, 2026

Copiers Plus announces new VP of Sales

Copiers Plus is pleased to announce the promotion of Roger Miller to vice president of sales. ...

Jul 21, 2026

Gray's Creek Incorporation Committee adjusts timeline to engage community in open dialogue on key topics

The Gray’s Creek Incorporation Committee has officially paused its signature petition timeline to establish an open working debate alongside anti-incorporation community influencers. This deliberate slowdown ensures all residents can thoroughly exami ...

Jul 21, 2026

Biscuit Belly brings craft-casual brunch restaurant to Fayetteville in August

Biscuit Belly, the Kentucky-born “craft casual” brunch spot known for its gourmet, scratch-made biscuits and Southern-inspired flavors, will open its doors to the All-American City on Tuesday, Aug. 4. ...

Jul 20, 2026

Wawa announces passing of former President, CEO, Chairman and Wawa Founding Family Member, Richard D. Wood Jr.

It is with profound grief that Wawa announced the death of Richard D. (Dick) Wood Jr., former President, CEO and Chairman of Wawa, Inc on Friday, July 10. For more than 55 years, Dick Wood was the visionary and driving force behind Wawa’s business mo ...


In The Current Issue

Germène's Home Kitchen & Bakery now open

A family affair: Along with a full staff, Owner Eddie Claude and his wife Ruth (pictured right) work with their kids to run the restaurant. Eddie is a Veteran who served for 21 years in the U.S. Army. Photos by YGH STUDIOS & GFBJ. The Fayett


Editor's note: Summer jobs

With summer in full swing, I started to reflect on the various ways I spent my summer break over the years. From pool parties with friends to family vacations and sports tournaments, I look back fondly on the summers I’ve enjoyed so far. But it


Preserving rural roots: Gray's Creek residents launch effort to become a town

Proposed incorporation boundary (pink) · Gray’s Creek, Cumberland County, N.C. This is a working draft and is subject to revision. Image courtesy of grayscreeknc.com. After decades as an unincorporated rural community in Cumberland County, Gray’