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Dec 19, 2025

Funding available for local organizations to support City priorities

The city’s Economic and Community Development Department (ECD) is currently collecting proposals from local nonprofits and organizations to support city initiatives for the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan that aim to improve residents' quality of life.& ...

Dec 18, 2025

National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) passes in Senate; Lumbee Tribe of N.C. and neighbors celebrate receiving full federal recognition

Chairman Lowery and Lumbee Delegation in Washington on Wednesday , Dec. 17. Photo provided by: Lumbee Tribe of N.C. On Wednesday, Dec. 17, the 77 to 20 Senate vote passage of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) brought celebration from ...

Dec 10, 2025

Cumberland County taxpayers reminded of Jan. 5 payment deadline

The Cumberland County Tax Administration reminds property owners that taxes for real estate and personal property listed in January 2025 will become delinquent if not paid by Monday, Jan. 5, 2026.Beginning Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2026, interest and enforced ...

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Cybersecurity habits that keep your business running, and hackers

Posted Dec 2, 2025
Cybersecurity isn’t reserved for tech giants and IT wizards. Today, every workplace needs smart digital habits. Think of these habits as your daily operations toolkit: simple, powerful, and far better than dealing with a messy cyber incident later.Be
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Dec 5, 2025

Fayetteville community says 'No' to potential water transfer

The Fayetteville community gathered on the Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) campus on Thursday, Dec. 4, to fight for their water source.The NC Department of Environmental Quality kicked off the first of three public hearings scheduled ...

Dec 4, 2025

Cumberland County announces transition plans for public health director position

Award presenter Glenn Adams (left) with Dr. Jennifer Green (right). The Cumberland County Department of Public Health has announced that its Director, Dr. Jennifer Green, will officially step down as a full-time employee on Dec. 19, 2025. G ...

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 ...

Nov 17, 2025

Joint City & County meeting advances shared goal of strengthening 9-1-1 services across Cumberland County

Pictured from left are County Attorney Rick Moorefield, and County Commissioners Pavan Patel, Henry Tyson, Marshall Faircloth and Glenn Adams.Photo provided by: Cumberland County Pictured from left to right are City of Fayetteville Mayor Mitch C ...


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Questions & Answers: Getting to know Mike Berk, Longleaf Pine Realtors® new CEO

Mike BerkMike Berk is still getting settled into his new office and home, but his enthusiasm for his new role as CEO of Longleaf Pine REALTORS® is already in full swing. Just a few weeks into the job, the association management veteran sat down with