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Apr 26, 2024

Federal Trade Commission announces rule banning noncompetes

Graphic courtesy of the FTCEarlier this week on April 23 the Federal Trade Commission issued a final rule to promote competition by banning noncompetes nationwide.“Noncompete clauses keep wages low, suppress new ideas, and rob the American economy of ...

Apr 26, 2024

FSU among select institutions offering two accredited programs by PMI Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs

The following degree programs at Fayetteville State University have been accredited by Project Management Institute Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC).MBA with Project Management SpecializationGraduate Certifi ...

Apr 26, 2024

United Way of Cumberland County seeks volunteers for upcoming Days of Caring event

Graphics pulled from the United Way of Cumberland County. United Way of Cumberland County is partnering with dozens of nonprofits to work on various projects aimed at improving the community.The United Way of Cumberland County is seeking volunte ...

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FSU Offers Full Tuition Scholarships to Military Affiliated Students and Their Dependents

Posted Apr 1, 2024
Increasing access to education for military-affiliated students is essential for supporting military families, facilitating transitions to civilian life, promoting career advancement, and addressing educational disparities.For these reasons and more,
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Apr 26, 2024

Lumbee Tribe Elders receive keys to first three homes at Pine Needle Senior Village during Rowland ribbon cutting

Ribbon cutting at the now completed in the Pine Needle Senior Village. Photo provided by: The Lumbee Tribe of NC. On Tuesday, April 23 the Lumbee Tribe of N.C. held a ribbon cutting to celebrate the first 3 homes being completed in the Pine Need ...

Apr 26, 2024

City of Fayetteville hosts ribbon cutting to open Senior Center East

The City of Fayetteville invites community members to a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the completion of Senior Center East, at 917 Washington Drive on Friday, May 3, at 11 a.m.The $9.2 million Senior Center East is a voter-approved Parks and Re ...

Apr 26, 2024

Longleaf Pine REALTORS® Association launches C.A.R.E.S. Campaign: Community, Advocacy, Resources, Expertise, and Service

Logo pulled from the LLPRA C.A.R.E.S. webpage. Longleaf Pine REALTORS® Association (LPR®) is proudly introducing its C.A.R.E.S. Campaign, embodying the association’s commitment to Community, Advocacy, Resources, Expertise, and Service. This init ...

Apr 25, 2024

Cape Fear Fest returns to Lillington on May 4

All graphics and flyers provided by the Lillington Area Chamber of Commerce. Residents of Lillington and the surrounding areas are in for a treat with the return of the Lillington Chamber of Commerce’s Cape Fear Fest presented by Visit Harnett.T ...

Apr 25, 2024

Internet service provider with presence in Harnett County selected to become basis of joint venture between EQT and T-Mobile

Nearly a year after Lumos, a leading 100 percent Fiber Optic Internet service provider, announced that they would invest over $50 million to bring their internet services to residents and businesses in Harnett County, the business is now making headl ...

Apr 25, 2024

Endless opportunities: GFBJ examines mentorship programs offered by institutions of higher learning throughout our seven county coverage area

For many young professionals, their future begins with a foot in the door. Mentorships, apprenticeships and working one on one to learn an industry can be enough to spark an entire career. Institutions of higher learning throughout the Greater Fayett ...


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Endless opportunities: GFBJ examines mentorship programs offered by institutions of higher learning throughout our seven county coverage area

For many young professionals, their future begins with a foot in the door. Mentorships, apprenticeships and working one on one to learn an industry can be enough to spark an entire career. Institutions of higher learning throughout the Greater Fayett


Engineering a workforce: FTCC provides a wide variety of career-focused programs for high-demand skills in engineering & applied technology fields

FTCC’s Engineering and Applied Technology academic programs range from expected offerings like a vast air conditioning, heating and refrigeration technology program, to a recently devised curriculum in the Mechatronics Engineering program. Photo prov


Feeding passion: The story of downtown restaurant Circa 1800 and the devoted individuals leading it along the way

Brandy Puczylowski became the owner of Circa 1800 in January of 2013. She has over 30 years of experience working in the restaurant industry. Photo provided by Circa 1800Popular downtown Fayetteville eatery Circa 1800 has been serving the commun