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Aug 27, 2026

Free Lunch & Learn seminars focusing on marketing for businesses coming soon to Small Business Center at Bladen Community College

Bladen County businesses have the opportunity to learn about the latest strategies in Marketing through a new Lunch and Learn seminar series. ...

Aug 27, 2026

A commitment to future educators: Fayetteville State University unveils state-of-the-art College of Education building

Photo by FSUUniversity historians say the new Fayetteville State University College of Education building marks a new chapter in the university’s legacy as a pioneer in shaping a long lineage of educators. The university hosted the ribbon-cuttin ...

Aug 24, 2026

Pauline Jones High School celebrates grand opening

Photo provided by CCSCumberland County Schools (CCS) celebrated a new chapter of CCS Excellence on Thursday, Aug. 20, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house for Pauline Jones High School, located at 225 B St. in Fayetteville.District and schoo ...

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Why Skilled Trades Matter: Addressing the Decline and Urgent Need in Plumbing and HVAC

Posted Apr 1, 2026
Amidst the technological revolution and evolving workforce, skilled trades remain a lynchpin of society. The roles of plumbers and HVAC technicians are critical—not only for daily comfort and safety, but for broader economic stability. However,
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Aug 20, 2026

ATEX Technologies offers pre-employment workshop with Sandhills Community College

Weaving of product offered by ATEX. Photo courtesy of ATEX.ATEX Technologies is offering a two-day Pre-employment Workshop for three positions including Intricate Assembly Technician, Rewrite Quality Inspection Technician and Weave Technician for 2nd ...

Aug 18, 2026

New UNCP, NCSSM partnership expands STEM opportunities in southeastern North Carolina

Step Up to STEM participants examine samples under a microscope during the Applied Biotechnologies in Animal Reproduction course at UNCP. Photo provided by UNCP.Step Up to STEM, a weeklong residential program offered for the first time at UNCP throug ...

Aug 14, 2026

Harnett County high school students learn and earn at 2026 Construction Academy

It was a summer of hands on learning and earning in the construction industry for high school students from across Harnett and Lee Counties. ...

Aug 11, 2026

FSU’s Lloyd College expands pathways to Biomedical Research through a new NIH-funded program

Lloyd College of Health, Science and Technology is creating new pathways for students to pursue careers in biomedical science with an emphasis on neurological disorders and rural health. Through hands-on learning, clinical partnerships and nationally ...

Aug 7, 2026

Fayetteville State University receives $500k from Golden LEAF

The Golden LEAF Board of Directors recently awarded a total of $16.7 million in funding to support job creation and economic investment, workforce preparedness and agriculture projects. Through the Open Grants Program, the Golden LEAF Board awar ...

Aug 6, 2026

Sandhills Community College to open workforce trades building this fall

Members of the Board of Trustees at Sandhills Community College unanimously voted on Aug. 4 in favor of leasing a new workforce trades building in Raeford, NC, to support the community’s interest and desire to fill positions in Hoke County for area b ...


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

Brian and Staci Graybill opened their third business together, Market Square Pantry, in December 2025. Photo provided by Faith Hatton. For Fayetteville entrepreneurs Brian and Staci Graybill, building a business has often started when they were


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