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Jan 13, 2026

From Intention to Impact: “New Year, New Legacy” session helps men redefine goal-setting for growth and transformation

The Greater Life of Fayetteville’s PIN (People In Need) Program, in partnership with Carolina Collaborative Community Care, will host its 9th community wellness session entitled ‘Tight’N It Up: New Year, New Legacy’. Men across the country are e ...

Jan 12, 2026

Michelle Williams appointed as president and CEO of DistiNCtly Fayetteville

Michelle Williams - Photo provided by DistiNCtly FayettevilleDistiNCtly Fayetteville has named Michelle Williams its new president and CEO, effective Jan. 1. A respected hospitality and tourism leader with more than 30 years of experience in hotel sa ...

Jan 8, 2026

Sandhills 10’s blueprint for cinema’s comeback

The new Carolina Extreme Cinema auditorium is now open at Sandhills 10 in Moore County. Photo provided by Jeremy Welman. Against a backdrop of box office decline and streaming competition, Jeremy Welman, managing partner/owner of Carolina Cinema ...

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The Fatal Input: Why Giving Your Sensitive Bid Data to Public AI Might Violate M-25-22 and Kill Your Contract

Posted Jan 1, 2026
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Memorandum M-25-22, “Driving Efficient Acquisition of Artificial Intelligence in Government,” has introduced a powerful, non-negotiable compliance requirement into the federal acquisition lifecycle. For the d
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Dec 10, 2025

Festival of Lights now open through Dec. 27 at Sweet Valley Ranch

Photo provided by: Sweet Valley RanchSweet Valley Ranch is kicking off the holiday season with its annual Festival of Lights. In its sixth year, the popular attraction features more than one million lights, animal displays and a curated winter villag ...

Nov 25, 2025

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 ...

Nov 24, 2025

Celebrate Holiday Jubilee at the 1897 Poe House on Dec. 7

Celebrate the Christmas season with Victorian flair at the annual Holiday Jubilee at the 1897 Poe House on Sunday, Dec. 7 from 1 p.m. -5 p.m. The Museum of the Cape Fear Historical Complex, part of the N.C. Department of Natural and Cultural Res ...

Nov 19, 2025

Fifth annual CSDD New Year's Eve Spectacular returns; Headliners announced

Graphic provided by: Cool Spring Downtown DistrictThe City of Fayetteville and Cool Spring Downtown District are pleased to announce the return of A District New Year’s Eve Spectacular for its fifth year, held in Festival Park (335 Ray Ave) on Wednes ...

Nov 18, 2025

Operation Patriot Pantry; Military Affairs Council hosts food and supply drive on Nov. 20 for Fort Bragg families

The Greater Fayetteville Chamber's Military Affairs Council (MAC) is calling all community members to donate food, clothing, toiletries and more. Recognizing the current financial pressures faced by military families and the need for immediate, ...

Nov 17, 2025

Cumberland County Schools launches Family Ambassador Directory; now seeking ambassadors

Cumberland County Schools (CCS) has launched a new Family Ambassador Directory to help families connect with the individuals who support family engagement in schools across the district. The directory includes each school’s designated Family Ambassad ...


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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