Achievers & Accolades

Jul 9, 2025

Methodist University hires Richburg as VP of strategic enrollment

The administration at Methodist University has announced the hiring of Dr. André J. Richburg as the school’s new vice president for strategic enrollment (VPSE). ...

Jul 9, 2025

Dr. Elizabeth Wyles named associate dean of the College of Optometric Medicine

As UNC Pembroke prepares to launch its new Doctor of Optometry program, the university has named Dr. Elizabeth Wyles as associate dean of the College of Optometric Medicine. ...

Jul 9, 2025

DistiNCtly Fayetteville earns DMAP accreditation from Destinations International

DistiNCtly Fayetteville has once again earned accreditation by the Destination Marketing Accreditation Program (DMAP) of Destinations International — the highest mark of excellence for destination marketing organizations. ...

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Arts Council of Fayetteville|Cumberland County

ArtScape 9 Brings New Public Art and Sponsorship Opportunities to Downtown Fayetteville

Posted Jun 9, 2025
This July, the Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County will unveil ArtScape 9, the latest installment of its transformative public art initiative. Celebrated for converting downtown into an immersive open-air gallery, ArtScape continues to def
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Jul 7, 2025

Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra welcomes Jessica Munch-Dittmar as executive director

The FSO is proud to announce the appointment of Jessica Lynn Munch-Dittmar as executive director, effective August 4. She will succeed Anna Meyer, who led the Orchestra through significant growth in recent years and is leaving the FSO on July 7. ...

Jul 2, 2025

SCC’s first 868-Hr BLET Curriculum sees 100% pass rate and full job placement

Sampson Community College (SCC) celebrated the graduation of six cadets from its Basic Law Enforcement Training (BLET) program on Monday, June 30. ...

Jul 2, 2025

Heather Hall named director of Cumberland County Public Library

Cumberland County has announced the selection of Heather Hall as director of the Cumberland County Public Library. ...

Jul 2, 2025

TRP Sumner announces three new partners

TRP Sumner PLLC is proud to announce the promotion of three distinguished team members to Partner: Ashley Barrett, CPA; Sidney B. Frazee II; and Jane Lanier, CPA. These individuals have consistently demonstrated excellence in client service, technica ...

Jul 2, 2025

Jeremy Stefanko named Cumberland County internal services director

Jeremy StefankoCumberland County is pleased to announce the promotion of Jeremy Stefanko as its new internal services director. Stefanko brings more than 20 years of experience in operations, facility management and public service, including 15 years ...

Jul 2, 2025

Dr. W. Stewart Thomas appointed dean of the Thomas College of Business and Economics at UNCP

Dr. W. Stewart Thomas has been named dean of the Thomas College of Business and Economics (TCOBE) at UNC Pembroke. ...


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ArtScape 9 Brings New Public Art and Sponsorship Opportunities to Downtown Fayetteville

Josh Murray - Director of Development, Arts Council of Fayetteville|Cumberland County
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FSU students and faculty make strides towards advancement in applied AI in the Intelligent Systems Laboratory

Sambit Bhattacharya, Ph.D. - Professor of Computer Science and Director of the Intelligent Systems Lab, Fayetteville State University
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Federal Food Series Webinars Will Connect North Carolina Food Businesses with Government Buyers

Bill Simons - Regional Program Manager, Goldsboro, North Carolina Military Business Center

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Buns of glory: Local food truck pros prepare to compete at Haymount Truck Stop's inaugural burger competition on July 19

Cookout season is officially in full swing, and if you’re tired of grilling your own, the Haymount Truck Stop has an exciting option for the whole family! The Truck Stop’s inaugural burger competition is happening on Saturday, July 19.


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Adiós. Au revoir. Auf Wiedersehen.No, I am not leaving the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal, but I am going on a long overdue vacation!Hello dear readers, this is my roundabout way of announcing to the community that starting on July 4, any and


Filling the capital gap: Tulsa Initiative's micro-lending program opens doors for Fayetteville entrepreneurs

In a city where traditional lending channels can overlook aspiring business owners from underserved communities, the Tulsa Initiative is changing the narrative around access to capital. The Fayetteville-based nonprofit has worked to expand its missio