Volume 2 Issue 23: May 12, 2023

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May 18, 2023

More than a pool: The James A. Leach Aquatic & Recreation Center is now open to the community for food, fun and exercise

The new Olympic sized swimming pool features a waterslide, dump buckets and observation area for spectators for local swim meets. PHOTOS PROVIDED BY GFBJA long awaited addition has finally made its permanent appearance in Hoke County.The facility als ...

May 18, 2023

J & K General Contractors: The largest contractor firm in Hoke County is preparing to expand as development activity increases in the area

The J & K General Contractors team in front of the plans for the Shahbain Development, one of 14 housing developmentscurrently under construction in Hoke County. PHOTO PROVIDED BY GFBJNow serving as the largest contractor firm in Hoke County, J & ...

May 18, 2023

County courthouse is coming: Construction on a new hoke county courthouse to start this summer in downtown Raeford

Outside digital renderings of the new courthouse and administration building which will be located in the center of Downtown Raeford.DESIGN RENDERINGS BY SILLING ARCHITECTSSilling Architects and Metcon Buildings and Infrastructure expect to break gro ...

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Maddie Kellogg
Cumberland Community Foundation

GivingTuesday: An opportunity for your giving to go further

Posted Nov 1, 2026
If you're planning to make charitable gifts this holiday season, Cumberland Community Foundation's GivingTuesday campaign may be the best opportunity to make your generosity go further. Gifts made through the GivingTuesday campaign to support lo
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May 18, 2023

Real estate rev up: Manley says “it’s just a matter of time” before commercial developments follow the trend of booming residential in Hoke County

Holly Bell (left) and George Manley (right) began their partnership in 2008. PHOTO PROVIDED BY GEORGE MANLEYBusiness partners Holly Bell and George Manley are the owners of Bell Manley Real Estate LLC, a full-service real estate brokerage specializin ...

May 18, 2023

Building Boom: Hoke County is drawing in outside contractors to be part of the current surge in commercial and residential developments

Real Estate Developer and Consultant Charles Morris has played an instrumental role in the development of Hoke County,working with developers and property owners to facilitate growth and development plans everyone can be proud of. PHOTO PROVIDED BY G ...

May 17, 2023

Incoming IT infrastructure: A budding project created to meet community IT storage needs has its sights set on Hoke County

SENCIX is a new internet exchange center that would connect local clients with the IT resources and hardware to expand internet possibilities in Hoke County. BRETT-SAYLES/PEXELS.COMThe Southeastern North Carolina Internet Exchange (SENCIX) is set to ...


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Meet the H2 Contracting Team

Kyle Holmes - Owner, H2 Contracting
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Beyond Cameras: A Smarter Approach to Home and Business Security

Luke Wheeler - Vice President, Holmes Security Systems
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45 years later, still calling Fayetteville home

Madison Spangler - Digital Marketing & Campaigns Coordinator, Systel Business Equipment

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Answering the call: A lifetime dedicated to emergency care

Matthew Harmody, M.D. - Photo by Rachel Garrison PhotographyMatthew Harmody, M.D., has spent his career serving others. From decades of leadership in emergency medicine and emergency medical services to his extraordinary work as a living kidney donor


The Flower Bar: A new creative oasis for women in Fayetteville

Photo by Samantha MethenyThe Flower Bar is Fayetteville’s first experiential craft and cocktail lounge. Located at 719 Sterling St. in Fayetteville, N.C., The Flower Bar is scheduled to open this December. Co-owners Johanna Brumm and Dennis Bonnema a


Editor's note: Giving thanks

As we move into November and prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, I’m reflecting on the many things that I am thankful for. First, I am thankful for my wonderful family and friends who brighten every day and bring me so much joy. I’m also thankful