Achievers & Accolades

Mar 4, 2026

MRH Nurse Kristen Metzbrown recognized with DAISY Award

Metzbrown was nominated by the mother of a patient who came to Moore Regional last fall. The parent praised her exceptional leadership and compassion. ...

Mar 4, 2026

Greater Fayetteville Chamber celebrates excellence at 2026 Annual Awards

The event brought together members of the business community, elected officials and community partners for an evening dedicated to honoring excellence, innovation and service across the greater Fayetteville region. ...

Mar 4, 2026

Cape Fear Valley Health recognized as 2025 Well-Being First Champion

The Well-Being First Champion designation is awarded to health systems that demonstrate a commitment to supporting clinicians by removing stigmatizing language and barriers related to mental health care from credentialing and licensing applications. ...

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Heart health awareness: Listening to your heart before it’s too late

Posted Feb 26, 2026
Every February, Heart Care Awareness Month serves as a reminder to check in on one of the most vital parts of our health: our hearts. But knowing when to worry, what to look for and who needs to see a cardiologist isn’t always clear.Most people assoc
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Mar 4, 2026

Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County welcomes new Southeastern Artist in Residence Hannah Krieger

Krieger is a cartoonist and illustrator whose clients include Harper Alley, Choose Your Own Adventure and KaBOOM! Studios. She was born and raised in Fayetteville, and received her art education from UNC School of the Arts ('08-'10) as well as NYC School of Visual Arts ('10-'14). ...

Feb 25, 2026

Earl W. Worley, Jr. re-elected to ICBA Federal Delegate Board

Worley’s duties include grassroots engagement, member recruitment and ensuring community bankers in North Carolina have a voice in ICBA’s work in Washington. ...

Feb 25, 2026

Dr. Burris named director for Curriculum and Instruction

Dr. Burris brings more than 25 years of experience in education, including classroom instruction, district-level leadership, curriculum development, professional learning and instructional improvement. ...

Feb 25, 2026

Jack Nance, Robert Dedman Sr. and Robert Dedman Jr. named to Carolinas Golf Hall of Fame​

Together, this class represents more than a century of leadership in championship administration, golf association growth and the preservation and advancement of Pinehurst Resort. ...

Feb 25, 2026

FTCC student named a recipient of the National Association of Surgical Assistants’ inaugural Scholars of Excellence Award

This newly established national honor recognizes exceptional surgical assistant students who demonstrate academic excellence, professionalism and a strong commitment to the future of the profession. ...

Feb 25, 2026

American Association of Critical-Care Nurses recognizes Betsy Johnson Hospital Critical Care Unit with Silver Beacon Award for Excellence

This marks the first Beacon Award for Excellence earned by the health system, representing a major milestone in its ongoing efforts to strengthen quality and patient-centered care. ...


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