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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 ...

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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 5, 2026

MU launches new professions-focused programs

Photo provided by MUMethodist University is once again preparing students for emerging opportunities in health sciences and technology-driven fields by introducing new programs that include:Majors in Public Health, Health Science and CybersecurityCon ...

Jul 28, 2026

Sandhills Community College offers new pre-employment training in partnership with Dracoe

Sandhills Community College has partnered with Dracoe to offer on-site pre-employment training for open positions for Mechanical Assembly Technician and Electrical Assembly Technician. Those who attend the no-cost training are eligible for guaranteed ...

Jul 28, 2026

UNCP’s Thomas Entrepreneurship HUB launches GrowthWorks Program for entrepreneurs

UNC Pembroke’s Thomas Entrepreneurship HUB is accepting registrations for GrowthWorks, a 12-week hybrid entrepreneurship program designed to help aspiring and early-stage business owners develop the knowledge and skills needed to launch and grow succ ...

Jul 23, 2026

Camp READY gives high school students hands-on experience in emergency response

Camp READY studentsPhoto provided by: City of FayettevilleDuring the week of July 13-17, local high school students gained hands-on emergency preparedness skills and explored careers in public safety during Camp READY, hosted by the Fayetteville Fire ...

Jul 22, 2026

FTCC opens SparkNC STEM Lab on campus

Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) celebrated the June opening of its new SparkNC Lab, marking a milestone as the only SparkLab in North Carolina located on a community college campus. ...

Jul 15, 2026

Sandhills Community College offers new pre-employment training in partnership with Pennsylvania Transformer Technology

Photo courtesy of Sandhills Community CollegeSandhills Community College has partnered with Pennsylvania Transformer Technology, Raeford, N.C., to offer on-site pre-employment training for open positions for assemblers, mechatronic techs, mechanic te ...


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Recognizing entrepreneurial spirit: FSU prepares to host inaugural Entrepreneurial Impact Awards Gala

Fayetteville State University is set to embark on what university leaders hope will lead to a new tradition for the regional business community in Cumberland County and beyond. The university will host its inaugural Entrepreneurial Impact Awards Gala


A bank for small businesses: KS Bank opens Lillington branch, discusses expansion into Roseboro

KS Bank celebrated the grand opening of the Lillington branch on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 10 a.m. The branch is located at 709 W. Front St., Lillington. Photo by KS BankKS Bank is expanding its community-focused brand of banking to Lillington, and it doe


A red-hot industry: A local restauranteur’s take on the quick serve restaurant trend and the hot chicken craze

Wing Company was founded in 2011 in Fayetteville, N.C. by Mark Bhatti. As trends in the restaurant industry shifted, Bhatti expanded his initial concept of Wing Company Sports Bar & Grill to include a new fast-casual version of the brand, Wing Co. Express.