Volume 2 Issue 13: Dec 9, 2022

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Dec 15, 2022

Christmas comes to town: Classic holiday attractions return to make spirits bright for the 2022 holiday season

Photo provided by Cape Fear Regional TheaterAs the year winds to a close, the Fayetteville area can expect a dash of holiday cheer with Christmas events to finish out 2022. Popular holiday attractions are returning for the public to enjoy and help sp ...

Dec 15, 2022

Lillington welcomes new bank: First Bank & Trust Company opened its third branch location in North Carolina in Lillington

The First Bank & Trust Co. team cut the ceremonial ribbon opening the now fully operational Lillington office location to residents - Photo provided by First Bank & Trust CompanyHarnett county residents, business owners and farmers now h ...

Dec 15, 2022

Medical Lab Technology Program: Fayetteville Technical Community College shines spotlight on laboratory science programs

Photo provided by Candice FreemanFayetteville Technical Community College educates more than 28,000 students yearly. This public, state-supported, two-year all-inclusive community college provides quality educational opportunities in Fayetteville and ...

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ArtScape 9 Brings New Public Art and Sponsorship Opportunities to Downtown Fayetteville

Posted Jun 9, 2025
This July, the Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County will unveil ArtScape 9, the latest installment of its transformative public art initiative. Celebrated for converting downtown into an immersive open-air gallery, ArtScape continues to def
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Dec 15, 2022

Downtown developments: The Cool Spring Downtown District provides updates on the status of the newly approved Social District and other changes coming to Downtown Fayetteville

Downtown Fayetteville can expect to see a few changes including a new Social District, and new commercial and residential real estate options coming soon to the area - Photo provided by City of FayettevilleDowntown Fayetteville officially has a recog ...

Dec 15, 2022

Seniors Helping Seniors: Fort Bragg Vet to bring senior in-home care brand to Fayetteville and Southern Pines

Photo provided by Seniors Helping Seniors corporate teamLocal combat Veteran Jonathan Savage is getting ready to open Seniors Helping Seniors, a senior in-home care brand, in Fayetteville and Southern Pines. Savage has followed his passion for s ...

Nov 30, 2022

Wheeler named on Security Systems News’ 40 under 40 list

Local Vice President Luke Wheeler with Holmes Security Systems in Fayetteville is receiving industry wide attention after being recognized on the Security System News “40 Under 40” list for 2022. ...

Nov 29, 2022

Cumberland Board hires Clarence Grier as new County Manager

Photo courtesy of Cumberland CountyThe Cumberland County Board of Commissioners announced the selection of Clarence Grier to serve as the next County Manager.Board of Commissioners Chairman Glenn Adams said that Grier, who currently serves as Deputy ...

Nov 23, 2022

Johnny A. Carter inducted into Cumberland County Agricultural Hall of Fame

Johnny A. Carter was inducted into the Cumberland County Agricultural Hall of Fame in a ceremony held at the Judge E. Maurice Braswell Cumberland County Courthouse on Nov. 18. ...

Nov 23, 2022

FSU names Raines as inaugural assistant vice chancellor for marketing and creative services

Fayetteville State University recently named Tina Raines as its inaugural assistant vice chancellor for marketing and creative services, effective Nov. 18, 2022. ...


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Buns of glory: Local food truck pros prepare to compete at Haymount Truck Stop's inaugural burger competition on July 19

Cookout season is officially in full swing, and if you’re tired of grilling your own, the Haymount Truck Stop has an exciting option for the whole family! The Truck Stop’s inaugural burger competition is happening on Saturday, July 19.


Editor's note: I’m sailing away

Adiós. Au revoir. Auf Wiedersehen.No, I am not leaving the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal, but I am going on a long overdue vacation!Hello dear readers, this is my roundabout way of announcing to the community that starting on July 4, any and


Filling the capital gap: Tulsa Initiative's micro-lending program opens doors for Fayetteville entrepreneurs

In a city where traditional lending channels can overlook aspiring business owners from underserved communities, the Tulsa Initiative is changing the narrative around access to capital. The Fayetteville-based nonprofit has worked to expand its missio