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Oct 15, 2025

The Kinship NC sets up shop in newly renovated historic Carlyle building

The Kinship NC is located on the first floor of the newly renovated Carlyle Building in downtown Lumberton. Photo provided by Owen Thomas.Nearly a year ago, Lumberton Councilman Owen Thomas purchased the historic Carlyle Building in downtown Lumberto ...

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 ...

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License Plate Recognition: The New Standard for Business and Community

Posted Oct 2, 2025
Security threats are no longer limited to doors and windows. Vehicles are often at the center of crime—whether it’s theft, vandalism, or unauthorized access. That’s why businesses and homeowners associations (HOAs) across the country are turning to l
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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 ...

Sep 18, 2025

Arts Council of Fayetteville /Cumberland County prepares for the 47th Annual International Folk Festival

Photo by Stephanie Perez RiveraThe Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County proudly presents the 47th Annual International Folk Festival, set to take place on Sept. 27 in downtown Fayetteville. This community favorite festival promises to be an ...

Sep 18, 2025

New construction of inclusive play space underway at Dorothy D. Gilmore Adaptive Recreation Center

Rendering provided by: City of Fayetteville. Construction is currently underway at the playground at the Dorothy D. Gilmore Adaptive Recreation Center. The Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreation team is replacing and installing newly desig ...

Sep 11, 2025

A toast to healthcare: Local heathcare safety net holds 'Toast of the Town' event to support critical fundraising push

For local nonprofit The CARE Clinic, financial sustainability depends entirely on private support—making the 25th annual Toast of the Town fundraising event on Sept. 18 a crucial component of the organization’s annual budget. Photo provided ...


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A salute to service: LTG Braga relinquishes USASOC command

U.S. Army Special Operations Command Acting Commanding General, Brig. Gen. Kirk Brinker, gives a speech as USASOC bids farewell to Lt. Gen. Jonathan Braga after serving four years as its commanding general outside the USASOC Headquarters at Fort Brag


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


Lending perspectives: Local banks respond to recent federal rate cuts

 Chair Powell answers reporters' questions at the FOMC press conference on Sept. 17, 2025. Photo provided by the Federal Reserve.On Wednesday, Sept. 17, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) announced that it had decided to lower the target r