Volume 4 Issue 14: Dec 20, 2024

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Dec 23, 2024

Experts in the fields: Hands-on learning at SCC prepares students for ag careers

Swine Production students recently toured a Prestage sow farm, gaining hands-on insight into pig care. They observed piglets being born, explored the stages of growth and discussed the journey from farm to market. Photo provided by SCC.In Sampson Com ...

Dec 23, 2024

Cuddles for a cause: Cape Fear Valley Health's NICU Cuddler Program provides lifesaving touch to some of the hospital's most precious patients

From left to right: Santa (Rev. Mike Garrett) pictured with newborn and cuddle recipient Declan Nault, his mother Daphne Hault, father Adam Nault and Marcia Garrett. Photo provided by Marcia Garrett.The importance of physical touch for newborns canno ...

Dec 23, 2024

That's a wrap, 2024! GFBJ is celebrating another great year of coverage by providing a recap of some key developments announced this year

The year 2024 was the year of growth and new deals throughout the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal’s seven county coverage area. From incoming businesses to expanding commercial properties and more, the greater Fayetteville area can expect addit ...

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FSU expands cybersecurity training with high‑success certification training programs

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In a tight job market, finding your niche and setting yourself apart from the competition is essential. As technology continues to evolve rapidly, businesses are in constant need of qualified technology professionals to assist them in advancing their
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Dec 20, 2024

Making new history: Lumberton councilman shares plans to bring new life to historic downtown building

The historic Carlyle building in downtown Lumberton will be ready to welcome a new tenant in the new year. The beautifulmural on the side of the building was painted by Chapel Hill based artist Scott Nurkin in 2019. Photo provided by Sky Media.Lumber ...


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Germène's Home Kitchen & Bakery now open

A family affair: Along with a full staff, Owner Eddie Claude and his wife Ruth (pictured right) work with their kids to run the restaurant. Eddie is a Veteran who served for 21 years in the U.S. Army. Photos by YGH STUDIOS & GFBJ. The Fayett


Editor's note: Summer jobs

With summer in full swing, I started to reflect on the various ways I spent my summer break over the years. From pool parties with friends to family vacations and sports tournaments, I look back fondly on the summers I’ve enjoyed so far. But it


Preserving rural roots: Gray's Creek residents launch effort to become a town

Proposed incorporation boundary (pink) · Gray’s Creek, Cumberland County, N.C. This is a working draft and is subject to revision. Image courtesy of grayscreeknc.com. After decades as an unincorporated rural community in Cumberland County, Gray’