On March 1, United Way of North Carolina recognized 75 winners that represented 22 local United Ways across the state.
The annual Spirit of North Carolina Award celebrates organizations for the accomplishments achieved through impactful events, engaged
leadership, and volunteer involvement.
Among the organizations who were recognized, several were in Greater Fayetteville Business Journal’s coverage area. They included Fayetteville
Public Works Commission, Clinton City Schools, FirstHealth of the Carolinas, Prestage Farms, Inc., Sampson Regional Medical Center, and Smithfield Foods.
This is the first year of the Veteran Business Expo, and it grew out of Fayetteville PWC’s Economic Impact Program, which focuses on expanding access and opportunity in public-sector contracting while strengthening the local economy. It builds off th
Lynlene Apiary and Crafts is owned and operated by mother-daughter duo Carolyn Kleinert and Jolene Kleinert. They are certified apiarists and sell honey, candles made with beeswax, soaps and other crafts at local farmers markets. Photos by GFBJ.Lynle
Big T’s has been a local favorite of Hope Mills since 2000 when Timmy (Big T) and Donna Gray first opened right on Hope Mills Lake. It is a seasonal restaurant, so many of Big T’s loyal customers were happy to hear they would now be open year-round, seven days a week.
