Achievers & Accolades

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. ...

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NCMBC Technology Transition Office Highlights New Department of War SBIR/STTR Updates for North Carolina Small Businesses

Posted Oct 1, 2026
The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) Technology Transition Office is encouraging North Carolina small businesses, technology companies, entrepreneurs and research institutions to review important updates recently issued by the Departme
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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. ...

Oct 7, 2026

Harnett County Board of Health receives Outstanding Board of Health Award

Pictured: 1st row from left-Ainsley Johnson, Health Director for Harnett County Health Department; Board of Health Members Michelle Pleasant; Dr. Brandon Washington, DDS; Dr. Catherine Evans, DDS. 2nd row: Betty Goodwin; Dr. Kim Fowler, Phd; Dr. Aman ...

Oct 7, 2026

Moore County issued BDO Zone ‘A’ Rating for woody biomass

MCEDP, Ecostrat and the BDO Zone Initiative are pleased to announce the issuance of a BDO Zone ‘A’ Rating for Moore County. Moore County’s ‘A’ rating denotes high prospective viability of Feedstock Supply and Infrastructure and low expectations of default risk in the Zone. ...

Oct 7, 2026

Rose Hunt joins Healthkeeperz as clinical manager of hospice

Hunt brings nine years of nursing experience, including more than eight years in hospice care, with expertise in patient assessment, care coordination, symptom management, caregiver education and nurse mentorship. ...

Oct 7, 2026

Surgeon & Associates names Hillary Rumppe CEO

In her new role, Rumppe will provide executive leadership for Surgeon & Associates and oversee the management and administrative services it provides in support of independently operated affiliated companies. ...

Oct 7, 2026

TRP Sumner PLLC named one of Accounting Today’s 2026 Best Firms to Work For

The annual recognition celebrates accounting firms across the country that excel in employee satisfaction, engagement, workplace culture and their commitment to creating an exceptional employee experience. ...


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NCMBC Technology Transition Office Highlights New Department of War SBIR/STTR Updates for North Carolina Small Businesses

TJ Gilroy - Business Development Professional, North Carolina Military Business Center
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How public art transforms everyday spaces

Sondra Martin - Distinguished Professor of Art, Fayetteville State University
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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

Editor's note: Traditions and new beginnings

Hello, loyal readers. I am writing to you as someone older and therefore wiser (okay, I’m actually writing this the day before my birthday, but you will receive your copy after I’ve already celebrated). I was reminded of how truly blessed I am t


Certified in self-care: Renaissance Day Spa expands luxury offerings, renovates spaces and builds new Fayetteville location

Renaissance offers a broad range of massage services, from standard Swedish and deep tissue massages to signature massages that offer clients aromatherapy, a farmhouse-sourced “honey heel glaze” foot treatment and hot stone therapy. Photo by Style To


Locally sourced, family-owned: No-BS Meats celebrates the opening of its new storefront in downtown Fayetteville

Nikole (pictured) and Lakota Shawn began selling their meat at farmers markets and in an online store in 2024. Now, they’ve opened their first brick-and-mortar location. Photo by GFBJ.The Shawn family believes in quality, locally sourced food, and th