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Nov 5, 2025

Muse & Co. Artist’s Lounge and Tea House opens in downtown Fayetteville

Pinghui Ren in front of the mural she painted on the wall in her store. Photos by GFBJ.Pinghui Ren, a professional artist and Army reservist, recently opened Muse & Co in downtown Fayetteville. This joint artist lounge and tea house aims to bring ...

Oct 21, 2025

Dunn Chamber invites community to their first-ever Touch-A-Truck & Treat Event

The Dunn Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce its first-ever Touch-A-Truck & Treat, taking place on Tuesday, Oct. 21, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the parking lot of the Dunn Shrine Center. This free, family-friendly event invites the com ...

Oct 17, 2025

Crown Complex announces launch of inaugural season of Fayetteville Liberty Professional Basketball

Graphic provided by Oak View Group and The Crown ComplexThe Crown Complex is excited to announce the launch of the inaugural season of Fayetteville Liberty Professional Basketball at the Crown Arena in 2026. A new chapter in Fayetteville’s sports his ...

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Bridging Academia and Industry: Fayetteville State University’s FinTech & InsurTech Conference Expands Innovation, Insight and Impact

Posted Oct 24, 2025
As the financial and insurance industries continue to evolve under the influence of emerging technologies, universities are being called to play a new role—not only as educators, but as conveners and innovators. Fayetteville State University (FSU), t
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Oct 9, 2025

Fall for Dogwood: The Fayetteville Dogwood Fall Festival returns in 2025

Graphic provided by Fayetteville Dogwood FestivalGood music, food and fall themed fun for all ages will swirl into Festival Park with the falling leaves this season. On Oct. 18 and 19, The Dogwood Festival will be returning for the fall. This free fe ...

Oct 6, 2025

Bladen County invites community to help build historical driving tour for America’s 250th Anniversary

In 2026, America will commemorate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence and the birth of a nation dedicated to the principles of “life, liberty, and thepursuit of happiness.” Over the centuries, the United State has experienc ...

Oct 6, 2025

FSU brings Homecoming 2025 to downtown Fayetteville on Oct. 11

Graphic provided by: FSU Fayetteville State University will come alive as Homecoming 2025, “All About the Blue,” kicks off Oct. 5. For eight days, students, alumni and the Fayetteville community will gather for concerts, step shows, reunions and ...

Oct 1, 2025

DistiNCtly Fayetteville showcases record-breaking tourism growth and economic impact in annual report

DistiNCtly Fayetteville, the destination marketing organization for Fayetteville and Cumberland County, has released its 2024/2025 Annual Report, sharing record-breaking visitor spending, strong marketing results and key organizational achievements. ...

Oct 1, 2025

Pottery pinecones to be hidden along Moore County trails this fall on Oct. 18

Seagrove Potter to Produce Special Pinecones for Great Trails State Day Hunt on Oct. 18 Photo provided by: CVBTo celebrate Great Trails State Day in North Carolina on Saturday, Oct. 18, the Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen Area Convention and ...

Sep 22, 2025

Lumbee Tribe prepares to welcome guests to annual “Dance of the Harvest Moon” Powwow

Hundreds of dancers from across the nation enter Grand Entry at Lumbee Powwow 2024.Photo provided by: Lumbee Tribe of N.C.*** Due to the possibility of inclement weather, the Lumbee Tribe Dance of the Harvest Moon powwow will now be held at the Jones ...


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Mission accomplished: Womack Army Medical Center's 2025 Nurse Summer Training Program sees successful results

All smiles on graduation day! (From left to right: Back row: Col. Donald Kimbler, Cadet John Lopes, Cadet Priscilla Wright, Cadet Jakob Feaster, Maj. Cameron Player, Col. Guy St. Louis; Middle row: Capt. Carmen Williams, Cadet Nyah Marzan, Cadet Madi


Bringing care closer: Cape Fear Valley Health Expands adolescent behavioral health services with new Lillington facility

CFVH celebrated the groundbreaking for their new adolescent inpatient psychiatric unit in Lillington on Jan. 31. The facility is estimated to be completed by December of this year and is located on the campus of Central Harnett Hospital at 215 Bright


Celebrating 75 years of service: Honoring Sampson Regional Medical Center's rich legacy

 The 75th Anniversary Celebration featured remarks from hospital and community leaders, as well as historical displays showcasing the hospital’s journey. Photos by GFBJ.On Friday, Oct. 10, Sampson Regional Medical Center celebrated 75 years of s