Achievers & Accolades

Oct 21, 2026

Jamison Strickland joins Fidelity Bank in Fayetteville

Fidelity Bank is pleased to announce that Jamison Strickland has joined Fidelity Bank as a business development officer. In his new position, he is responsible for developing and managing business banking relationships throughout Fayetteville. ...

Oct 21, 2026

FTCC’s newly branded website earns two international awards for digital excellence

Fayetteville Technical Community College’s newly branded website has earned two international honors recognizing excellence in digital design and communications: a 2026 Silver w3 Award and a 2026 Gold MarCom Award. ...

Oct 21, 2026

George Breece awarded AOPA Special Award for Career Commitment to Advocacy

On Saturday, Sept. 12, in Las Vegas at the American Orthotics and Prosthetic Association National Assembly, NAAOP’s founding Executive Director, George W. Breece, was honored with the AOPA Special Award for Career Commitment to Advocacy in the field of orthotics and prosthetics. ...

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Putting mental health first: Inside Cape Fear Valley Health’s behavioral health system

Posted Sep 1, 2026
Cape Fear Valley Health treats behavioral health as one of its largest and most strategic service lines, offering a full continuum of care from a dedicated psychiatric emergency department to adult and adolescent inpatient units and robust outpatient
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Oct 21, 2026

Fayetteville State Veterans support program reaches capacity in first year

Just over a year after Fayetteville State University established a federally funded program to help military Veterans succeed in college, the initiative has reached its full capacity of 120 students. ...

Oct 14, 2026

Fayetteville Regional Airport recognizes staff for achievements in professional development

Fayetteville Regional Airport is proud to recognize Jerome Coaxum and Joseph Legg for earning professional certifications through the American Association of Airport Executives (AAAE). ...

Oct 14, 2026

Council appoints 26 residents to City boards and commissions

City Council appointed 26 residents to serve on City boards and commissions during the Sept. 14 meeting. Boards and commissions are made up of volunteers who serve as advisors and help shape the policies and programs of Fayetteville. ...

Oct 14, 2026

UNCP Computer Science Program earns ABET accreditation

The accreditation, which extends through Sept. 30, 2032, comes as UNCP continues to expand its computing programs amid rapid growth in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science and other emerging technologies. ...

Oct 14, 2026

First Bank welcomes Carmen Serbio to the team

Serbio brings 30 years of banking experience, all within the Fayetteville market, where he has helped businesses and communities grow. ...

Oct 14, 2026

NCMBC welcomes Lanard Welch

Welch brings more than 22 years of leadership experience spanning the U.S. Army, Department of Defense, Defense Intelligence Agency, federal contracting and business development. ...


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Putting mental health first: Inside Cape Fear Valley Health’s behavioral health system

John Bigger - Corporate Director of Behavioral Health, Sleep Medicine and Clinical Research, Cape Fear Valley Health
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Cape Fear Valley Health expands emergency department capacity

Emily Cribb, MBA, MSN, RN, CEN - Corporate Service Line Director of Emergency Services, Cape Fear Valley Health
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Gratitude: Honoring the generosity of a community by maximizing impact

Scott Embry - Executive Director & CEO, United Way of Cumberland County

In The Current Issue

A legacy of valor: Recognizing the vital role of the Green Beret Foundation in supporting Special Forces

The US Army Special Forces (SF), known as Green Berets because they are awarded a green beret to wear following the rigorous selection and training process, are specialized military units trained to conduct special operations. Photo provided by the G


Fueling families: USAA AND Robert Irvine Foundation launch Fuel to Serve to strengthen military family well-being and readiness

Fuel to Serve will go “beyond the dining hall,” using food and shared meals as trusted entry points to link families with a broader network of resources. Photo courtesy of USAA.USAA and the Robert Irvine Foundation recently announced Fuel to Serve. T


Publisher's note: Happy Halloween!

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