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Playing to win: How gamification shapes modern communication

Todd Frobish, Ph.D. - Professor, Fayetteville State University
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FSU expands cybersecurity training with high‑success certification training programs

John A. Bellamy - Executive Director and Operations Manager for CDHS, Fayetteville State University
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Doing Business with USSOCOM: A Strategic Opportunity for North Carolina Companies

TJ Gilroy - Business Development Professional, North Carolina Military Business Center

Jul 6, 2026

Fayetteville PWC activates Stage 1 water conservation measures

The Fayetteville Public Works Commission (PWC) has activated Stage 1 (Alert) of the City of Fayetteville’s Water Shortage Response Ordinance effective immediately. Stage 1 is voluntary and asks customers to reduce non-essential water use to help prot ...

Jul 6, 2026

Q2 2026 Economic Outlook Report features local, state and national indicators

Graphics courtesy of Dr. Jeremy JacksonDr. Jeremy Jackson, the Lloyd V. Hackley Chair for the Study of Capitalism and Free Enterprise at Fayetteville State University’s Broadwell College of Business and Economics, has released the latest edition of a ...

Jul 6, 2026

Systel continues Carolina Typewriter Company's legacy of customer service

Systel Business Equipment is proud to celebrate the successful integration of Carolina Typewriter Company (CTC) customer relationships into the Systel organization, building on more than a century of combined experience serving businesses across the ...

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Playing to win: How gamification shapes modern communication

Posted Jun 19, 2026
“Discourses at Play: A Rhetorical Exploration of Historical Crises Using the Language of Games” by Fayetteville State University’s Communication and Media Studies professor, Dr. Todd Frobish, explores a diverse set of historical crises through the le
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Jul 2, 2026

Lumbee Tribe of N.C. seeks new legal pathways to pursue hospitality opportunities

Logo courtesy of the Lumbee Tribe of North CarolinaOn June 25, 2026, the Tribal Council of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina held an emergency meeting at the request of council members. The Council heard from tribal citizens during the public commen ...

Jul 2, 2026

Amendments proposed to the Moore County Unified Development Ordinance

Proposed amendments to the Moore County Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) will be considered by the Moore County Planning Board during a special-called meeting on July 9, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the Commissioners’ Meeting Room at the Historic Courtho ...

Jul 2, 2026

Fort Bragg's All American Gate to close July 27

Graphic provided by: Fort Bragg The All American Gate – the main entrance to Fort Bragg – will close at 5 a.m. on Monday, July 27 to make needed repairs to the roadway. The Gruber Road Bridge overpass will also close and the bridge will be repla ...

Jul 2, 2026

Portion of Raeford Road to require detour; Section will close in both directions starting July 13

This section of Raeford Road near Ireland Drive and over Buckhead Creek will close for about two weeks to remove an abandoned culvert to allow a new, larger culvert to be installed.Photo provided by: NCDOT An approximately two week detour of Rae ...

Jul 2, 2026

Cumberland County Planning & Inspections rolls out online permitting tools

Cumberland County Planning & Inspections has announced online tools designed to offer a user-friendly, streamlined permitting process for residential and business customers.Residents or business owners can apply for permits through the EnerGov Pe ...

Jul 1, 2026

Sampson Community College celebrates groundbreaking for new Health Sciences building

Photo by GFBJCommunity leaders, healthcare partners, elected officials, faculty, staff, students and supporters all gathered at Sampson Community College this morning, July 1, for a groundbreaking ceremony for the new Health Sciences building. P ...


In The Current Issue

Fairytale fare: Once Upon a Bite serves up charcuterie spreads that tell a story

Once Upon a Bite launched in early 2026 and has continued to grow through local markets, festivals, private events and community partnerships throughout the Fayetteville area.


Growing and glowing: Skin Specialists of Fayetteville expands into new Owen Drive facility, plans July grand reopening

Photo provided by Skin Specialists of FayettevilleA Veteran-owned Fayetteville medical spa that launched during the COVID-19 pandemic has grown into a multi-disciplinary aesthetics and wellness practice — winning the 2024 Readers’ Choice Award for Be


Savoring tradition: How Yinzers is bringing Pittsburgh's iconic flavors to Fayetteville

Josh Buracchio and his wife Gina had a vision two years ago: to bring the best of their beloved Pittsburgh’s culinary scene to Fayetteville.