Volume 2 Issue 22: Apr 21, 2023

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Apr 27, 2023

C12- Christian networking expanded: The C12 experience has a singular focus to compel and equip Christian business leaders to achieve excellence

Businessman Mike Bennett has served as co-chair of the North Carolina Triangle’s C12 group chapter for the past six years - Photo provided by C12Local business and faith leaders in the Fayetteville area are hoping to help the business community ...

Apr 27, 2023

Letting prayer lead: How Madeline and Chris Bodoh became the successful owners of an ax throwing business

Axes & Armor opened their second location in Spring Lake in 2021 - Photo provided by Axes & Armor Hatchet HouseMadeline and Chris Bodoh are the owners of Axes & Armor, a local joint for people to partake in ax throwing, both competitively ...

Apr 27, 2023

Believers in business: Christian based company Sovereign Aerospace gives glory to God for rapid expansion and growth in the past year

The Sovereign Aerospace family (from left to right) Pilot in Training Sean Pridemore, Director of Maintenance Paul Mullen, Sandhills Fliers Flight School Director Laura White, Bookkeeper Carrie Hadaway, Chief Financial Officer James “Ken” Hadaway, Ad ...

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Cape Fear Eye Associates: Setting a Higher Standard in Vision Care

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Apr 27, 2023

An interesting word called faith

FROM THE PUBLISHER: This issue is about "Faith in Business" and I thought it would be fitting to allow Dr. Bill Korver, President of Carolina College of Biblical Studies, to share his thoughts on faith. God bless you and yours.  Dr. Bi ...

Apr 27, 2023

Walking in faith: Insurance expert and business owner Mark Rice opens up about his journey through life with Christ and the principles he uses to guide his business every day

Callahan & Rice Insurance Group Inc. currently has eleven staff members, who work to serve three generations of clients in the Fayetteville and surrounding areas - Photo provided by Callahan & Rice Insurance Group Inc.You can tell a ...

Apr 12, 2023

FSU names Army General (Ret.) Michael X. Garrett as Military Executive-in-Residence

Fayetteville State University has named four-star General (Ret.) Michael X. Garrett as Military Executive-in-Residence in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences. ...

Apr 12, 2023

Lumbee River EMC’s Randall Jones recognized with a Resolution of Appreciation for years of service

The NC Electric Membership Corporation Board of Directors presented Randall Jones with a Resolution of Appreciation at their board meeting on February 15, 2023, in Raleigh, NC. ...

Apr 12, 2023

Fayetteville, NC named All-America City Award finalist

The City of Fayetteville is a finalist for the All-America City Award, an honor that is bestowed annually by the National Civic League. ...

Apr 5, 2023

Cumberland County Financial Services staff receive Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting

Commissioners recognized Cumberland County Financial Services staff for receiving the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA.) ...


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Gratitude: Honoring the generosity of a community by maximizing impact

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How public art transforms everyday spaces

Sondra Martin - Distinguished Professor of Art, Fayetteville State University
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Are your adventures covered? Coverage tips for your RV, ATV and boat

Taylor Warren - President, Highstreet Warren Insurance Group

In The Current Issue

Locally sourced, family-owned: No-BS Meats celebrates the opening of its new storefront in downtown Fayetteville

Nikole (pictured) and Lakota Shawn began selling their meat at farmers markets and in an online store in 2024. Now, they’ve opened their first brick-and-mortar location. Photo by GFBJ.The Shawn family believes in quality, locally sourced food, and th


Building TJB Realty: Tracey Jones-Brooks brings a people-first approach to real estate

Tracey Jones-Brooks REALTOR®, ABR®, is eager to continue growing her business in Fayetteville, and a new office space is going to help make that dream a reality.


Best at 910 Future Fest: First-ever 910 Future Fest Pitch Competition provides a spotlight for local budding businesses

Winners of the inaugural pitch competition were Omega Air, Rebirth-Heart and Mind PLLC, Sprinkle Me Pink, LLC and Fedora Elite Mobile Cigar Experience. Following an event-packed weekend, four Fayetteville-based entrepreneurs were given a leg up