The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners recognized the Cumberland County 911 Call Center at their regular meeting on Oct. 6 for earning Fire Dispatch Re-Accreditation from the International Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED).
This designation as a Center of Excellence in Emergency Fire Dispatch is awarded to agencies demonstrating the highest level of compliance with IAED’s standards and protocols. Cumberland County’s 911 Division is among only 19 agencies nationwide to receive this accreditation.
Fire Commissioner Henry Tyson presented a plaque to members of the 911 team, commending their dedication to excellence, professionalism and public safety.
On Monday, June 1, 2026, Tribe members from District 2 and District 15, the districts surrounding the area currently planned for the casino, met for a community meeting.Amidst the glitz and glamour of the idea of a new casino coming to the Lumbee Tri
This is the fourth year that ETI has hosted the event, and in years past Freeman has seen a host of innovative technology, including various drone types and programming, robotic dogs, 3D printed houses, and airspace scanners. Photo provided by USSOCO
Crystal McLean (left) with Scott Embry (right). Money Box Academy received a $10,000 grant from United Way of Cumberland County’s Youth Growth Stock Trust. Photos provided by Crystal McLean.The Youth Growth Stock Trust Committee, administered by the
