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Sep 25, 2026

Wrapping up renovations: Cape Fear Regional Theatre prepares to occupy newly renovated space this winter

Act 2 renovations began in April 2025. CFRT will be back in their 1209 Hay St. theatre for their first production of 2027. ...

Sep 21, 2026

USDA Rural Development participates in groundbreaking ceremony with Angier & Black River Fire Department

The Angier and Black River Fire Department will utilize a $6 million loan through USDA’s Community Facilities Program to construct a new five-bay fire station. ...

Sep 18, 2026

Renovations underway for 50-year-old Johnson Aquatic Center

Upgrades will include new paint and sound panels, locker room improvements and a new roof ...

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A smart next step: Why adult learners are choosing Fayetteville State University

Posted Sep 22, 2026
Fayetteville State University caters to a variety of nontraditional students, including adult learners, transfer and military students. Recently, the university has seen a surge in adult learners, or students over the age of 25. Many adults are
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Aug 25, 2026

City of Fayetteville moves to prepare site of Fire Station No. 4 for reconstruction in fall 2026

The Fayetteville City Council voted on Monday, Aug. 24 to prepare the current site of Fire Station No. 4 for reconstruction. ...

Aug 21, 2026

PSRC celebrates opening of Robeson Career and Technical Education Center and Robeson Planetarium and Science Center

Photos by GFBJThis morning, Aug. 21, the Public Schools of Robeson County celebrated the opening of the new Robeson Career and Technical Education Center and Robeson Planetarium and Science Center (Robeson CTEC). The nearly 110,000-square-foot, ...

Aug 14, 2026

CommWell Health holds groundbreaking ceremony for new Coats Community Health Center

Photo by GFBJCommWell Health celebrated the beginning of construction for its newest multi-specialty health center facility in Coats, N.C., with a groundbreaking ceremony on Aug. 14. “50 years ago, CommWell Health started as a small night clinic ...

Aug 7, 2026

Robins & Morton, FirstHealth mark topping out of new $50M addition, renovation at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital – Hoke

The 50,000-square-foot facility will include a two-story addition for patient rooms, medical office building expansion, improvements to the existing infrastructure and several interior renovations. ...

Aug 6, 2026

Hoke County Schools holds ribbon-cutting ceremony for new high school building

The new school is roughly 145,000 square feet. It was designed by SfL+a Architects and constructed by Metcon Buildings & Construction in collaboration with J&K General Contractors. ...

Jul 24, 2026

Campbell University’s Gaylord’s Kitchen to receive design & menu makeover

Campbell University’s main dining hub is undergoing a makeover — both cosmetically and with its menu — in time for the start of the fall semester in August. ...


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A smart next step: Why adult learners are choosing Fayetteville State University

Brittany Mundy - Executive Director for Adult Learners, Transfer, and Military Students, Fayetteville State University
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Putting mental health first: Inside Cape Fear Valley Health’s behavioral health system

John Bigger - Corporate Director of Behavioral Health, Sleep Medicine and Clinical Research, Cape Fear Valley Health
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What a Hospital TV Show Taught Me About the Technology We Never Think About

Madison Spangler - Digital Marketing & Campaigns Coordinator, Systel Business Equipment

In The Current Issue

See the brilliance: Dunn artist creates and sells glass artwork that shines brightly

Cindy Akers-Gilford creates stained glass, fused glass, mosaics, handmade glass jewelry, pendants, suncatchers and other original glass artwork in her studio in Dunn, N.C. Photos provided by Cimply Broken.Self-made Artist and Founder of Cimply Broken


Brushstrokes of hope: Art therapy for cancer patients and their caregivers

 FirstHealth’s art therapy for cancer patients and caregivers helps attendees reduce stress through creative expression. Photo provided by Deborah Yarborough.Group therapy can provide much-needed support and comfort during difficult times, and t


Art that serves others: How a Harnett County muralist is making a lasting mark in her community

Van Goat Studios, which has been operating since 2019, has allowed Johnson to express herself and reflect the spirit of local communities through murals. Photo provided by Elyse Johnson.Elyse Johnson of Van Goat Studios in Dunn wants to spread her ar