
The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners recognized Vivian Tookes of the Department of Social Services as the longest-serving female Cumberland County Government employee.
Tookes was hired on Oct. 1, 1982, as an Eligibility Specialist with DSS and has worked for #CumberlandCountyNC for over 40 years. She currently serves as the Division Director of Economic Services at DSS.
Tookes was recognized briefly during the commissioners’ regularly scheduled meeting on March 20.
Smith Douglas Homes has launched its notable development called Cape Overlook, a 63.95-acre subdivision situated on the Cape Fear River near Wildlife Road.
Walsingham Group Inc., an organization federally recognized for its efforts and emphasis on hiring Veterans is partnering with local and national organizations to recruit, hire and retain Veteran talent. Photo generated using Canva AI.Walsingham Grou
Costumed actors will roam the streets, carriage rides will guide visitors throughout and the traditional candlelight processional and illumination ceremony will be included at this year’s A Dickens Holiday. Photo provided by A Dickens Holiday, taken