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Aug 14, 2025

Cumberland County launches 'Citizen Connect' online portal to enhance public access to planning, inspections and more

The platform offers residents a centralized, interactive view of permits, inspections, planning activities and code enforcement cases from departments across the County, including Planning & Inspections, Environmental Health, Emergency Services a ...

Aug 13, 2025

Cumberland County Tax Administration adds gross receipt taxes to MyCCNCPay

Cumberland County’s Tax Administration Office announced the addition of online payments for Gross Receipt Taxes through the county’s official payment app, MyCCNCPay. With the addition of this service, business owners operating within the Food and Bev ...

Aug 6, 2025

Fayetteville Technical Community College welcomes NC Governer Josh Stein on campus; Joins Blue Star Families’ in “Do Your Part” initiative

During a ceremony held at Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC), Stein signed an official proclamation designating North Carolina as a Do Your Part State. Today at Fayetteville Technical Community College, Governor Josh Stein announced ...

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Jul 22, 2025

Mayor Colvin joins race after community feedback, call for stable leadership

Fayetteville Mayor Mitch Colvin filed to run for a fifth term in office, after previously announcing his fourth would be his last. Colvin is running against nine other candidates for the position.“Last month, I stood before many of you and said I was ...

Jul 21, 2025

Information kiosks bring self-service option to Cumberland County buildings

One of the new kiosks is in front of the Judge E. Maurice Braswell Cumberland County Courthouse.Photo provided by: Cumberland CountyCumberland County has installed four self-service kiosks at key county government locations in an effort to enhance co ...

Jul 17, 2025

Cumberland County Community Development 5-Year Consolidated Plan available for review, comment

Cumberland County Community Development has made available for review a draft of the plan year (PY) 2025 – 2029 Consolidated Plan and PY 2025 Annual Action Plan, from July 15 through Aug. 15, 2025. Copies of the plan are available for review at the C ...

Jul 8, 2025

County seeks temporary emergency shelter provider

There is an urgent need for emergency shelter services in Cumberland County. To help provide for these residents in need, Cumberland County has opened a Request for Information (RFI) to identify experienced organizations interested in providing services for a temporary emergency homeless shelter. ...

Jun 25, 2025

New community center opening on Murchison Road

Graphic provided by the City of FayettevilleThe city of Fayetteville, in collaboration with Tony Haire Ministries, is excited to announce the opening of Way2Real Community Center with a Key Handoff Ceremony on Friday, June 27, at 2 p.m. The ceremony ...

Jun 24, 2025

City of Fayetteville to host a public meeting to introduce the Office of Community Safety

Residents and community members within the City of Fayetteville are encouraged to attend the Fayetteville Outfront public meeting at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, June 26 at the Bill Crisp Senior Center, located at 7560 Raeford Road. This month’s meeti ...


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Editor's note: That's three for me!

GFBJ staff joined by Publisher Marty Cayton’s wife pictured at the 2025 Q2 Power Breakfast. Left to right: Faith Hatton, Joy Cayton, Marty Cayton, Ellie Rhoades and Stephanie Meador.Well, in case LinkedIn failed to inform you I have now been at the G


Driving health forward: Campbell University's station house nears completion for med school mobile units

The 6,000-square-foot station house will provide cover and added security for Campbell’s four mobile clinics. Construction is expected to be wrapped in August of 2025. Photos by Campbell University. Campbell’s four Mobile Health and Education Cl


Trades transforming futures: Miller-Motte College President champions growth, trades education and community impact

Dr. Geddis  Dr. Janell Geddis assumed the role of president for Miller-Motte College’s Fayetteville campus in February of 2024. Dr. Geddis joined MMC with 15 years of experience in higher education, with most of her roles serving community