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FSU launches forward-looking economic report series

Jeremy Jackson, Ph.D. - Distinguished Professor of Economics, Fayetteville State University
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A second chance: Family, faith and a life-saving heart

Marty Breswitz - Accounts Payable Analyst, Cape Fear Valley Health
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Federal Construction & Infrastructure Leaders Head to Wilmington for 2026 Southeast Region Summit, April 14–16

Tim Malone - Data Management and Programming Technician, North Carolina Military Business Center

Feb 10, 2026

MU hosts 30+ employers for career fair

Students took full advantage of the fair to learn about career options, make connections and gain confidence in their professional futures. Photos provided by MUMethodist University opened its doors to employers from across the state on Thursday, Feb ...

Feb 10, 2026

Twin Peaks opens new lodge in Fayetteville, North Carolina

Twin Peaks Fayetteville will celebrate its opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:30 a.m. today, Feb. 10, in partnership with the Greater Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce. ...

Feb 10, 2026

Spears Restaurant reopens on Fort Bragg

The newly reopened Spears Restaurant Bistro and Kiosk brings a modern, flexible dining experience to Fort Bragg, designed to fuel today’s Warfighters. ...

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FSU launches forward-looking economic report series

Posted Jan 23, 2026
Dr. Jeremy Jackson, Lloyd V. Hackley Chair for the Study of Capitalism and Free Enterprise at Fayetteville State University’s Broadwell College of Business and Economics, has just released a new quarterly economic outlook report covering the Fayettev
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Feb 6, 2026

Positively grape: Twisted Vines Vineyard supports local entrepreneurs and helps visitors make lasting memories

Owners Dana and Tracy Horne planted their vineyard in 2009. In 2019, they introduced their u-pick vineyard, and visitors loved the addition. They’ve also added a 4,608 sq ft. venue available to rent for events. Photo by Emily Grace Photography.Twiste ...

Feb 6, 2026

Ensuring future economic competitive edge: City of Dunn water treatment plant expansion is part of larger regional development

Mayor Elmore saw the necessity for this land acquisition when he first took office six years ago. The land owner recently came around to negotiations on the condition the sale was for all of his parcels. This is more land than the City of Dunn curren ...

Feb 6, 2026

Fayetteville’s evolving job market: Opportunities, trends and community investments

While the weather outside is cold, the local job market is hot. Fayetteville employers continue to bring on additional talent across a variety of industries.Quality employment opportunities are available at companies across Fayetteville and Cumberlan ...

Feb 6, 2026

Wolinsky Primary Care transitions to Cape Fear Valley Health

Logo courtesy of CFVHCape Fear Valley Health has acquired Wolinsky Primary Care and renamed the practice Cape Fear Valley Primary Care – Avon Street, bringing the long-established clinic into its regional health system network.The clinic, located at ...

Feb 6, 2026

Planet Fitness opens in Hope Mills

Logo courtesy of Planet FitnessPlanet Fitness has opened its Hope Mills club at 3333 N. Main St., Hope Mills, N.C., in the space previously occupied by Surge Trampoline Park.As a grand opening special, Hope Mills members who join by Feb. 13 can get t ...

Feb 6, 2026

Bigg's gets bigger: Bigg’s Park Mall to undergo $18 million redevelopment

K.M. Biggs Inc. will host a groundbreaking ceremony on Feb. 16 for its newly renovated and overhauled mall. ...


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Positively grape: Twisted Vines Vineyard supports local entrepreneurs and helps visitors make lasting memories

Owners Dana and Tracy Horne planted their vineyard in 2009. In 2019, they introduced their u-pick vineyard, and visitors loved the addition. They’ve also added a 4,608 sq ft. venue available to rent for events. Photo by Emily Grace Photography.Twiste


Ensuring future economic competitive edge: City of Dunn water treatment plant expansion is part of larger regional development

Mayor Elmore saw the necessity for this land acquisition when he first took office six years ago. The land owner recently came around to negotiations on the condition the sale was for all of his parcels. This is more land than the City of Dunn curren


Fayetteville’s evolving job market: Opportunities, trends and community investments

While the weather outside is cold, the local job market is hot. Fayetteville employers continue to bring on additional talent across a variety of industries.Quality employment opportunities are available at companies across Fayetteville and Cumberlan