Volume 2 Issue 2: Jun 17, 2022

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Jun 22, 2022

Teamwork makes the dream work: Morgan finds success in new role through collaboration, passion

Dr. Jeffery Morgan, Interim executive director of the Fayetteville, North Carolina VA Coastal Health Care System. PHOTO COURTESY OF U.S. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRSGFBJ: Throughout your military career, you served in a variety of positions, includ ...

Jun 22, 2022

A New View: Leaders have positive outlook when it comes to future of Fayetteville region

On Tuesday, June 7, the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal hosted its fourth quarterly Power Breakfast at the Cape Fear Botanical Garden.Businesspeople from different organizations throughout the community gathered together at the sold-out event t ...

Jun 22, 2022

Floating solar array: New system is the first of its kind for DoD and the largest in the Southeast United States

The solar array will power close to 735 homes and last up to 35-40 years. PHOTOS BY SAVANAH RAMSEYOn Friday, June 10, Army leaders, executives from Duke Energy and Ameresco gathered at Fort Bragg’s Camp Mackall for a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its n ...

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FSU students and faculty make strides towards advancement in applied AI in the Intelligent Systems Laboratory

Posted Jun 27, 2025
A research lab within FSU’s Department of Mathematics and Computer science, the Intelligent Systems Laboratory (ISL) is exploring use-inspired data science, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), cybersecurity and multi-disciplinary
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Jun 22, 2022

Senior medical Care: ChenMed to launch medical center geared toward seniors off Raeford Road

The ChenMed facility will be in a renovated existing facility, made possible by a North Carolina Department of Commerce Building Reuse Program grant.The Fayetteville Cumberland Economic Development Corporation announced an update on the incoming arri ...

Jun 22, 2022

Low-context vs. high-context culture: Checking your communication blind spots

People can express their needs in the workplace in two different ways – using low context or high context. VOLODYMYR HRYSHCENKO/UNSPLASHBusinesspeople understand the importance of good communication, from lengthy email threads, quick texts to keep th ...

Jun 22, 2022

An Economic Evolution: From Camp Bragg to Fort Liberty the local military installation's economic impact is undeniable

According to Fort Bragg’s 2020 stat card, the total direct and indirect economic impact to the Cape Fear Region was $8,305,143,775. PHOTO PROVIDED BY ARMY PFC. ROGNIE ORTIZ VEGAFayetteville has long been a hub for the celebration of patriotism. Betwe ...

Jun 22, 2022

Local artist wins grant from South Arts

DunnSouth Arts, an organization committed to advancing southern vitality through the arts, recently announced recipients of its state fellowship for this year.The fellowships were available to visual artists across nine states. Nine people were selec ...

Jun 22, 2022

Fayetteville State student named as HBCU scholar in White House initiative

On June 10, the White House Initiative on Advancing Educational Equity, Excellence, and Economic Opportunity through Historically Black Colleges and Universities announced its ninth cohort of HBCU Scholars. Eighty-six students were recognized for the ...

Jun 22, 2022

RAYWEST DESIGNBUILD receives elite membership

RAYWEST DESIGNBUILD has proven to be a top retail contractor in the nation, acquiring a Retail Contractors Association membership earlier this year.RCA is a national organization that was founded in 1990. Its members are “high-caliber retail contract ...


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Keep the good times rolling: Trolley Pub Fayetteville offers a new avenue to experience downtown's restaurant and bar scene

 The Fayetteville Trolley Pub is a 14-seat, pedal-powered party on wheels that lets you enjoy a lively tour of downtown’s bars and hotspots. Photo provided by Kevin Walker.Downtown Fayetteville is set to welcome a new addition to its hospit


Connecting to opportunities: NCMBC’s upcoming webinar series guides businesses through government contracting

The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) is hosting a slew of webinars through December 2025 meant to prepare local businesses for emerging and current government and defense industry demands. Graphic provided by Canva. The North Caro