This week, Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreation (FCPR) started construction at Tokay Park to replace the existing six tennis courts, which have reached their lifespan, with three tennis courts and 10 pickleball courts.
The City of Fayetteville is continuing a citywide investment in tennis and pickleball, improving existing courts and building new ones to expand access to the two sports for residents and visitors.
In 2025, Lake Rim Park was the first to complete tennis court refurbishments. Mazarick Park is next, with refurbishments planned in the coming months. Both parks remain open for tennis while work is underway at Tokay Park, and pickleball courts are available at Rowan Park and Massey Hill Park.
Looking ahead, the City will soon celebrate the opening of the Courts of Glenville Lake Tennis Center. This tennis center will include 11 tennis courts, including a championship court, four pickleball courts, locker rooms, a lounge, a learning area and a pro shop.
By the end of 2026, all tennis and pickleball courts will be either fully refurbished or newly constructed, supporting City Council’s efforts to expand parks and recreation and provide more opportunities for engagement and connection.
FCPR offers tennis and pickleball programming for adults and youth throughout the year. Residents are encouraged to visit FCPR.us to learn more about available programs and registration.
At center, Chancellor Darrell T. Allison and Juanette Council, Ed.D., vice chancellor for student affairs, cut the ribbon to celebrate the grand reopening of Fayetteville State University's newly renovated Spaulding Building, joined by campus leaders
FCEDC has officially moved its staff and operations to 611 W. Russell St. The 35,800- square-foot center was previously home to Homemakers Furniture and Interiors. Renovations began in the fall of 2025 and are expected to be completed in the next six to eight months. Currently, FCEDC staff are working within an open 7,500-square-foot floor plan as initial improvements progress.
Inset: Systel’s first corporate headquarters was a small rental house turned office on Fort Bragg Road in Fayetteville in 1981. Large photo: The company’s new corporate headquarters reflects years of growth into a multi-million dollar company that pr
