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Aug 27, 2026

Cumberland County Fair announces 2026 ribbon cutting ceremony at the Crown Expo

Join the Cumberland County Fair for the official open of the 2026 Cumberland County Fair with a ceremonial Ribbon Cutting at the Crown Expo Center. The ceremony will take place on Sept. 4 at 4:45 p.m. ...

Aug 27, 2026

226 The Warehouse: A space designed for every occasion

The venue features two levels, two fully stocked bars, audio-video systems including projectors, and lighting solutions, an in-house culinary team, lounge space, a bistro section and private rooms, a state-of-the-art DJ booth and on-site staff to hel ...

Aug 26, 2026

City hosts ribbon-cutting for renovated tennis and pickleball courts at Tokay Park

Photo by GFBJThe City of Fayetteville celebrates the newly renovated courts at Tokay Park during a ribbon-cutting ceremony this morning, Aug. 26. The project replaced the park’s six aging tennis courts with three tennis courts and 10 pickleball court ...

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Workforce Pipelines for a Growing Economy

Posted Aug 2, 2026
The North Carolina General Assembly's adoption of the new Propel NC funding model represents one of the most significant investments in workforce-focused education in recent years. Propel NC directs greater state support to community college programs
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Aug 17, 2026

Travel to Cumberland County generated over $682 million in 2025

According to figures released by Visit North Carolina last week, travel to Cumberland County generated over $682.60 million in expenditure in 2025.  Tourism expenditures in Cumberland County generated state and local tax revenues of $46.47 ...

Aug 16, 2026

Fayetteville selected to co-host the USTA NC 2026 Singles State Championship

Photo by Brooks HoffmanThe Fayetteville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (FACVB) is pleased to announce that the destination has been selected to co-host the Singles State Championships for USTA North Carolina, Oct. 1-4, 2026. Eight tennis ...

Aug 14, 2026

Arts Council of Fayetteville | Cumberland County offers funding opportunities for individual artists

The Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County is pleased to announce three distinct funding, growth and residency opportunities currently open to individual artists across all artistic disciplines. ...

Aug 14, 2026

Recognizing entrepreneurial spirit: FSU prepares to host inaugural Entrepreneurial Impact Awards Gala

Fayetteville State University is set to embark on what university leaders hope will lead to a new tradition for the regional business community in Cumberland County and beyond. The university will host its inaugural Entrepreneurial Impact Awards Gala ...

Aug 13, 2026

26:26 exhibit brings 26 Black artists together for grand reopening of Concourse 107 in downtown Fayetteville

A new initiative is working with 26 Black artists who are giving themselves permission to create something new. Black Artist Forward (BAF) is bringing together a dynamic collection of Black artists from across disciplines for 26:26: 26 Artists & ...

Aug 7, 2026

Child Advocacy Center to host Fall Gala at Crown Coliseum

On Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, The Child Advocacy Center will host its annual Fall Gala, "Turning Awareness Into Action," at Crown Coliseum from 6:00p.m. to 10:00 p.m.The night will feature live music by Rivermist, live and silent auctions and an opport ...


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Fulfilling community needs: Fayetteville dynamic duo built three businesses on a passion for food and community

Brian and Staci Graybill opened their third business together, Market Square Pantry, in December 2025. Photo provided by Faith Hatton. For Fayetteville entrepreneurs Brian and Staci Graybill, building a business has often started when they were


226 The Warehouse: A space designed for every occasion

The venue features two levels, two fully stocked bars, audio-video systems including projectors, and lighting solutions, an in-house culinary team, lounge space, a bistro section and private rooms, a state-of-the-art DJ booth and on-site staff to hel


Catering from the heart: Family-owned Two Brothers Catering keeps community hearts and stomachs full

Brad and Kelley McLawhorn became business partners in 2001 when they first opened a restaurant on Reilly Road. Now, their highly praised catering company continues to impress community members with flexibility, quality and personalized service. Photo