Volume 4 Issue 2: Jun 28, 2024

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Jul 3, 2024

Party like it's 1924: Husband and wife team behind Lori's Ace Hardware prepare for 100 year celebration

 Co-Owners Nate Stobbe (right) and Lori Tracy Stobbe have spent the past year personalizing their store offerings and services for the Fayetteville community.A big birthday is coming up for local hardware resource Lori’s Ace Home & Hardware ...

Jul 3, 2024

Growing by the day: Mother-daughter duo behind Zoë Noelle's Princess Spa, LLC announces expansions and second location coming soon

Twelve-year-old Zoe Noelle Whitehead is the name and face of Zoë Noelle’s Princess Spa, LLC. After being open for a year, the brand will be expanding their business and offerings with a new party and event space located at 159 Maxwell St. in downtown ...

Jul 3, 2024

Summer student success: FSU's free summer school reaches record 4,463 enrollment

On June 19, FSU Chancellor Darrell T. Allison announced the gift to students, faculty, and staff in the Rudolph Jones Student Center Amphitheater and that 4,463 students are attending summer school. Photo provided by FSU.In its fourth year, ...

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NC Military Business Center

The 2026 Medical, Biomedical & Biodefense: Support to America’s Warfighters and Veterans Symposium Will Connect Medical Industry Businesses with Key Federal and Department of War Decision Makers

Posted Aug 2, 2026
The Office of US Senator Thom Tillis, Office of US Senator Ted Budd, the North Carolina Military Business Center, and the North Carolina Biotechnology Center will host the Medical, Biomedical & Biodefense (MBB): Support to America’s Warfight
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Jul 3, 2024

It comes naturally: Local health food store prepares for new chapter in new space

Two of the trio behind Apple Crate Naturals Allison Davis (left) and Brenda Harris (right) stand in the future Apple Crate Naturals store space, currently under construction.Family-owned business Apple Crate Naturals has been a staple in the communit ...

Jun 24, 2024

Let freedom ring: Fort Liberty gears up for its biggest 4th at the Fort Celebration yet!

In Cumberland County, North Carolina, where history echoes with the booms of the Howitzer Cannon and the spirit of freedom resonates in every corner, lies Fort Liberty. The surrounding communities were recognized over a decade ago as one of the most ...


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Workforce Pipelines for a Growing Economy

Dr. Mark Sorrells - President, Fayetteville Technical Community College
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Broaden your horizons at Cape Fear Valley Health

Hannah Simpson, RACR - Senior Campus Recruiter and Community Partnership Liaison, Cape Fear Valley Health
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Why Skilled Trades Matter: Addressing the Decline and Urgent Need in Plumbing and HVAC

J.R. Hopson , Strategic Mechanical Solutions

In The Current Issue

Fulfilling community needs: Fayetteville dynamic duo built three businesses on a passion for food and community

Brian and Staci Graybill opened their third business together, Market Square Pantry, in December 2025. Photo provided by Faith Hatton. For Fayetteville entrepreneurs Brian and Staci Graybill, building a business has often started when they were


226 The Warehouse: A space designed for every occasion

The venue features two levels, two fully stocked bars, audio-video systems including projectors, and lighting solutions, an in-house culinary team, lounge space, a bistro section and private rooms, a state-of-the-art DJ booth and on-site staff to hel


Catering from the heart: Family-owned Two Brothers Catering keeps community hearts and stomachs full

Brad and Kelley McLawhorn became business partners in 2001 when they first opened a restaurant on Reilly Road. Now, their highly praised catering company continues to impress community members with flexibility, quality and personalized service. Photo