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Nov 24, 2025

Cumberland County's Community Funding Program to launch with informational Go Live Session

Cumberland County is proud to announce the official launch of the Community Funding Program with a public Go Live Session designed to introduce the initiative, explain the application process and provide real-time support to nonprofit organizations.T ...

Nov 24, 2025

Harnett County launches 2025 community survey and seeking resident input

Harnett County invites all residents to participate in the 2025 Community Survey. This survey allows community members to share their thoughts and feedback on the County’s strengths, challenges and resident priorities. This is the first time that the ...

Nov 24, 2025

IRS increases 401(k) limit to $24,500 for 2026, IRA limit increases to $7,500

The Internal Revenue Service has announced that the amount individuals can contribute to their 401(k) plans in 2026 has increased to $24,500, up from $23,500 for 2025.The IRS today also issued technical guidance regarding all cost‑of‑living adjustmen ...

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Cape Fear Valley Health announces new midwifery clinic to open in January 2026

Posted Nov 25, 2025
Cape Fear Valley Health will open a new midwifery clinic on Walter Reed Road on Jan. 12, 2026. This development marks a significant expansion in women’s health services for the region. Many women have sought out-of-town options for the type of care t
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Nov 17, 2025

North Carolina prepares for Workforce Pell, expanding access to Workforce Training Programs

North Carolina  leadership has directed the Governor’s Council on Workforce and Apprenticeships to make recommendations to effectively implement the newly created Workforce Pell grants to help North Carolina students take advantage of additional ...

Nov 11, 2025

Moore County government votes to increase Room Occupancy Tax rates

In October, the Moore County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to increase the Room Occupancy Tax Rate from the current rate support enhanced tourism promotion efforts, benefiting the community and its businesses. “Thank you for your coop ...

Oct 28, 2025

USDA directs NCDHHS to suspend November SNAP benefits during federal shutdown; Cumberland County services remain operational

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has ordered a pause on all November Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. November SNAP benefits will not be issued unless the USDA lifts th ...

Oct 27, 2025

Cumberland County leaders meet to discuss local impacts of federal government shutdown

Cumberland County Commissioners held a meeting on Oct. 24, 2025 to discuss the local impacts of the federal government shutdown. More than 40 additional participants joined the meeting virtually. Photo provided by Cumberland County. Cumberland C ...

Oct 13, 2025

City of Fayetteville services continue without disruption despite federal government shutdown

City of Fayetteville officials are reassuring residents that all City services will continue without interruption despite the ongoing federal government shutdown.City Manager Douglas J. Hewett emphasized that Fayetteville’s day-to-day operations, inc ...

Oct 7, 2025

NCDMV expands online driver license renewals under new law

In a move to further streamline services and reduce wait times at driver license offices statewide, the N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) recently announced that eligible drivers without a REAL ID can now renew their driver license online for a ...


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Where river meets home: Cape Overlook brings affordable riverfront living to Lillington

Smith Douglas Homes pictured with the The Lillington Area Chamber of Commerce at the grand opening of their new Reedy Branch community which took place in October. Photo provided by Smith Douglas Homes.A new residential community taking shape in Lill


From service to success: Walsingham Group Inc. partners with nonprofit groups to help Veterans join them as part of the civilian workforce

Walsingham Group Inc., an organization federally recognized for its efforts and emphasis on hiring Veterans is partnering with local and national organizations to recruit, hire and retain Veteran talent. Photo generated using Canva AI.Walsingham Grou


Bah, Humbug! Annual Christmas event A Dickens Holiday returns to downtown Fayetteville in 2025

Costumed actors will roam the streets, carriage rides will guide visitors throughout and the traditional candlelight processional and illumination ceremony will be included at this year’s A Dickens Holiday. Photo provided by A Dickens Holiday, taken