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Sep 10, 2025

KS Bank welcomes Mark Eason as commercial relationship manager, SVP

KS Bank, Inc. is proud to announce the addition of Mark Eason as commercial relationship manager and senior vice president. Eason will help expand deposit and loan growth throughout Harnett County focusing on the Lillington, Angier and Coats communities.  ...

Sep 10, 2025

CCS celebrates 2026 ‘Of the Year’ educators

Cumberland County Schools rolled out the red carpet for the Premier Professionals ‘Of the Year’ Gala, a celebration honoring the district’s most exceptional educators and school leaders.  ...

Sep 10, 2025

Ralph Huff appointed to North Carolina Board of Transportation

Denver Ralph Huff of Cumberland County has been a appointed to the North Carolina Board of Transportation by Governor Josh Stein as a representative from the 6th Transportation Division. ...

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CTAK (Corneal Tissue Addition for Keratoplasty): Groundbreaking Advancement in Keratoconus Treatment

Posted Sep 4, 2025
On 4/28/25, Dr. Sheel Patel in Fayetteville, NC, performed North Carolina's first CTAK inlay procedure, making a significant step forward in enhancing patient care, and offering new hope for patients in need of vision restoration. The Corneal Ti
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Sep 10, 2025

Teela Wilkerson promoted to director of Hoke Area Transit Service

After serving as Interim Director for the past year, Teela Wilkerson has officially been promoted to Director of Hoke Area Transit Service (H.A.T.S). ...

Sep 3, 2025

Sandhills Community College welcomes new board members

At its August 2025 meeting held in Foundation Hall, Sandhills Community College swore in two new members, reappointed two others and honored two for their service. ...

Sep 3, 2025

FSU faculty team awarded $393K NSF grant to advance student research in biology

A faculty team at Fayetteville State University (FSU) has received a three-year, $393,641 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to develop new opportunities for biology students to participate in authentic research on genetic engineering and computer-based biology. ...

Sep 3, 2025

FirstHealth Hospice achieves accreditation with ACHC

FirstHealth Hospice announces achieving accreditation for the seventh time through Accreditation Commission for Health Care (ACHC) for hospice services. ...

Sep 3, 2025

Social Services Association awards Cumberland DSS for virtual training program partnership

The North Carolina Association of County Directors of Social Services (NCACDSS) awarded the Cumberland County Department of Social Services (DSS) a statewide award for a virtual training program in partnership with the University of Utah. ...

Sep 3, 2025

Lumbee Guaranty Bank honors the retirement of Director Arnold Locklear

Lumbee Guaranty Bank proudly announces the retirement of Arnold Locklear, who has served on the bank’s board of directors for nearly 50 years, including approximately 40 years as Chairman of the Board. ...


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Thirty, purdy and sturdy

I have now completed three decades on Earth. And I don’t know how to feel about that. It’s one thing to be told you’re getting old by your great-aunt Gertrude, or to pass major life milestones like graduating from high school or college, but there’s


A toast to healthcare: Local heathcare safety net holds 'Toast of the Town' event to support critical fundraising push

For local nonprofit The CARE Clinic, financial sustainability depends entirely on private support—making the 25th annual Toast of the Town fundraising event on Sept. 18 a crucial component of the organization’s annual budget. Photo provided


Teeing up for success: The Bogey Brothers brings multi-sport simulators to Cameron

The Bogey Brothers, located in Cameron, N.C., has four multi-sport simulator bays that promise fun for all ages. Whether it’s your first time hitting a golf ball or you frequent the fairway, this venue offers a new way to experience the sport. In add