Volume 2 Issue 6: Aug 19, 2022

Helo

Click on the cover image to flip through the entire issue.

Aug 24, 2022

Wright presented with high state honor

Photo from N.C. Dept. of Military & Veterans AffairsAt the Association of the United States Army’s Summit and Exposition in Fayetteville, RET. COL. WILLIE WRIGHT was honored with the Old North State Award on behalf of Governor Roy Cooper. &n ...

Aug 24, 2022

Cape Fear Valley Health receives award from American Heart Association

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center has received the Get With The Guidelines® – Heart Failure Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association.  The honor signifies “commitment to ensuring heart failure patients receive t ...

Aug 24, 2022

Power Breakfast Series: Managing uncertainty

Inflation, economic uncertainty, supply chain slowdowns, labor shortages and a global pandemic-these are just some of the challenges members of the business community are facing day to day.  Greater Fayetteville Business Journal is inviting ...

Ico insights

INSIGHTS

SPONSORS' CONTENT
systel-business-equipment madison-howard headshot

Madison Howard
Systel Business Equipment

Grow Your Business With a Partner You Can Trust

Posted May 2, 2026
Spring has officially sprung… unless you’re here in North Carolina, where one day it’s sunny and 75 and the next it’s overcast and 60. Either way, this time of year is all about fresh starts: planting new seeds and fostering growth. But a well-mainta
  ...read entire article
Aug 24, 2022

Passing of the torch

Jenna Shackelford, EditorOn October 19, 2020, I walked into Marty Cayton’s office for the first time. After ongoing discussions about his vision for a business journal in the area, I had just signed a contract for a 1099 position. Marty hired me in h ...

Aug 24, 2022

Sharing good vibes : Edge talks of her inspiration for downtown restaurant

Photo provided by GastropubDowntown Fayetteville is now home to a new restaurant offering vegan cuisine. Vibe Gastropub, located at 131 Hay Street, is owned and operated by Ambery Edge. Food connoisseurs may recognize her from her food truck, Authent ...

Aug 24, 2022

Beloved Betsy's: Southern Pines' Betsy's crepes a community favorite

Photo provided by Betsy's CrepesFrom the corner of a coffeeshop to a building on the corner of historic downtown Southern Pines, locally-owned restaurant Betsy’s Crepes is a testament to perseverance and hope.  Betsy Markey, owner and sole ...

Aug 24, 2022

Certified for cybersecurity: IT program for high schoolers sets students up to thrive in tech industry

Chris Ried/UnsplashA local high school program has opened a door into a profitable industry for two Cumberland County students.  The Pine Forest High School Academy of Information Technology helps introduce high school students to career op ...

Aug 24, 2022

Medical merger: Cape Fear Center for Digestive Diseases and Fayetteville Gastroenterology Associates form Premier Gastroenterology

Photo provided by Premier GastroenterologyTwo of the most prominent gastroenterology firms in Cumberland County have joined forces to create Premier Gastroenterology, a new practice set to expand healthcare offerings and become an even bigger presenc ...

Aug 24, 2022

195 American Fusion

Photo provided by 195 American FusionSouthern Pines’ 195 American Fusion restaurant is a one-of-a-kind dynamic, upscale dining experience. Located at 195 Bell Avenue in Southern Pines, 195 American Fusion sits near Sand Hills Boulevard and Southern P ...


Ico insights

INSIGHTS

SPONSORS' CONTENT

In The Current Issue

Empowering Veterans: The 2026 Fayetteville Veterans Business Expo aims to close the opportunity gap

This is the first year of the Veteran Business Expo, and it grew out of Fayetteville PWC’s Economic Impact Program, which focuses on expanding access and opportunity in public-sector contracting while strengthening the local economy. It builds off th


Bee-lieve the hype: Local apiarists and entrepreneurs share handmade crafts and helpful knowledge about our most important pollinators

Lynlene Apiary and Crafts is owned and operated by mother-daughter duo Carolyn Kleinert and Jolene Kleinert. They are certified apiarists and sell honey, candles made with beeswax, soaps and other crafts at local farmers markets. Photos by GFBJ.Lynle


The Hive of Hope Mills is open for business: Big T's serves as anchor tenant

Big T’s has been a local favorite of Hope Mills since 2000 when Timmy (Big T) and Donna Gray first opened right on Hope Mills Lake. It is a seasonal restaurant, so many of Big T’s loyal customers were happy to hear they would now be open year-round, seven days a week.