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Sep 4, 2026

Record-setting graduation rate and broad academic gains move CCS toward its North Star

Photo by GFBJAccording to accountability data released by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction on Sept. 2, Cumberland County Schools (CCS) students and schools made broad, measurable academic progress in 2025-26, including a record-hig ...

Sep 3, 2026

Campbell, Lenoir CC presidents sign assured admission agreement

Photo provided by CULenoir Community College in Kinston became the 10th two-year institution in North Carolina to partner with Campbell University to provide a clear, supportive pathway for students looking to continue their education in Buies Creek. ...

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. ...

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Putting mental health first: Inside Cape Fear Valley Health’s behavioral health system

Posted Sep 1, 2026
Cape Fear Valley Health treats behavioral health as one of its largest and most strategic service lines, offering a full continuum of care from a dedicated psychiatric emergency department to adult and adolescent inpatient units and robust outpatient
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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 ...

Aug 20, 2026

The future of education: Fayetteville State University unveils new College of Education building with official ribbon cutting

Squeeze in! FSU gathers supporters of the project to share in the ribbon cutting. A new facility, over a year and $69.3 million dollars in the making, has officially opened its doors to future educators getting their degrees at Fayetteville Stat ...

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 ...


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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