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Sep 9, 2026

Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina welcomes Lead for North Carolina Fellow Ashton Locklear as statewide program launches its eighth cohort

Ashton Locklear has been placed with The Lumbee Tribe for the 2026–27 fellowship year, where she will work on strengthening the organizational capacity and expanding access to information and resources for tribal leadership, staff members and community partners. ...

Sep 9, 2026

Fort Bragg Federal Credit Union announces three new positions in Q3

Fort Bragg Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce the hiring and promotion of three team members. Joey Hancock has joined the Credit Union as training manager; Faith Myers has joined the Credit Union as senior vice president of credit administration; and Shantrice Watkins has been promoted to branch manager II. ...

Sep 9, 2026

S&P Global Ratings raises Fayetteville State University credit rating to ‘A’ on improved enrollment

S&P Global Ratings raised Fayetteville State University’s issuer credit rating from A- to A as of Sept. 4. The agency cited the university’s increasing financial resources, growing enrollment, robust state support and sound stewardship. ...

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Why are there so many camera trailers? A Smarter Way to Protect Construction Sites, Events & More

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Sep 9, 2026

DSS receives 2026 Innovation Award for collaborative child welfare partnership

Cumberland County Department of Social Services (DSS) received the 2026 Innovation Award in the large‑county category for its partnership and collaboration with the Professional Advisory Council and the Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration. ...

Sep 2, 2026

Fort Bragg Department of Public Health maintains national accreditation status

In maintaining its accreditation status for another five years, the department has demonstrated that it not only meets PHAB’s strict quality standards but possesses the capacity to continuously evolve, innovate and drive the future of military public health. ...

Sep 2, 2026

Hilburn sworn in as interim director of elections

Vicki Hilburn was sworn in as the Cumberland County Board of Elections Interim Director of Elections at the Board of Elections meeting Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026, in the E. Newton Smith Center. ...

Sep 2, 2026

Fayetteville State University promotes Wesley Fountain to vice chancellor for External Affairs and University Advancement

In this role, Fountain will provide strategic direction for the University’s external affairs and advancement efforts, strengthening FSU’s relationships with alumni, donors, corporate and community partners, government leaders and other key stakeholders. ...

Sep 1, 2026

Mayor Mitch Colvin selected for North Carolina Hunt State Policy Fellows Program

Mayor Mitch Colvin has been selected to join the sixth cohort of the North Carolina Hunt State Policy Fellows, a bipartisan group of local elected leaders from across the state committed to advancing informed, solutions-oriented dialogue around North Carolina’s most pressing education policy challenges. ...

Sep 1, 2026

Fayetteville Technical Community College and the North Carolina Military Business Center announce executive leadership transition

as Scott Dorney, the organization's founder and executive director since 2004, will transition leadership responsibilities to Martin J. "Jimmy" Hendrix III, who will assume the role of executive director effective Oct, 1, 2026. ...


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

After workshopping the idea for a new restaurant concept with a few regular customers, Brian and Staci decided to take a chance on Napkins, their first business and Brian’s first experience owning a restaurant.


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