Achievers & Accolades

Mar 11, 2026

Dr. José Rivera honored for distinguished service to choral music

Dr. José Rivera has been awarded the 2025 Lara Hoggard Award for Distinguished Service in Choral Music. The Lara Hoggard Award, established in 1986, recognizes distinguished accomplishments and service to choral music across North Carolina. ...

Mar 11, 2026

Michael Tart named interim chief operating officer for CFVH

Tart is a native of Harnett County and has been a dedicated member of the Cape Fear Valley Health family for more than 10 years. During his time with the organization, he has served in several key leadership roles. ...

Mar 11, 2026

Cumberland County Schools earns NCSPRA “Best of the Best” honor and eight statewide communications awards

CCS was among school districts statewide recognized for communications excellence this year, reinforcing the district’s continued leadership in strategic communications and community engagement. ...

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Gratitude: Honoring the generosity of a community by maximizing impact

Posted Mar 2, 2026
When I truly recognized that the United Way of Cumberland County exists only through the generosity of this community, it fundamentally changed me, as a leader and as a person.Your United Way does not receive state or federal funding. We are sustaine
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Mar 11, 2026

29 residents appointed to serve on City Boards and Commissions

City Council appointed 29 residents to serve on City Boards and Commissions, starting April 1. Boards and commissions members are volunteers appointed by City Council to serve as advisors who help shape the policies and programs of Fayetteville. ...

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. ...

Mar 4, 2026

UNC System honors Dr. Jamie Litty with 2026 Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching

The award is one of the most prestigious honors bestowed upon faculty within the UNC System. For Litty, the award represents both personal validation and broader recognition for hands-on, creative disciplines like broadcasting and media production. ...

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). ...


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From soldier to realtor: Jamel Williams' mission to serve Fayetteville's homebuyers

Jamel Williams transitioned from active military duty to the civilian workforce in 2018. He entered into the field of real estate with the hope of helping other military personnel find their home, as he knew from firsthand experience the challenge th


AFCEA NC powers innovation: 2026 Innovation Summit fuels defense collaboration and stem investment

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