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Mar 6, 2026

Fayetteville Woodpeckers partner with Mission Roll Call on club level naming rights

Mission Roll Call and the Fayetteville Woodpeckers have announced a local partnership, making Mission Roll Call the official Naming Rights Partner of Segra Stadium’s club level. ...

Feb 26, 2026

Crown Complex and Fayetteville Liberty announce opening night

Graphic provided by Fayetteville LibertyThe Fayetteville Liberty professional basketball team will officially tip off its inaugural season with a high-energy opening night matchup on Friday, March 6, 2026, at Crown Complex Arena against the Raleigh F ...

Feb 26, 2026

Dreams 4 All Foundation donates more than 25 mattresses to Hope Mills Police officers through community partnership

Dreams 4 All Foundation partnered with Off-Road Outreach and Veterans Services of the Carolinas to donate more than 25 mattresses to the officers of the Hope Mills Police Department on Monday, Feb. 23, 2026. ...

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North Carolina Military Business Center

Where Warfighter Needs Meet Textile Innovation: Why FEDTEX 2026 Matters

Posted Mar 4, 2026
North Carolina’s textile industry plays a critical role in national security - producing combat uniforms, protective gear, parachutes, tents, medical PPE, and advanced wearable technologies that equip and protect America’s warfighters. As global inst
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Feb 25, 2026

Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra presents: Side by Side with Fayetteville Symphony Youth Orchestra

The Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra (FSO) will present its annual Side by Side concert on Sunday, March 15th at Methodist University’s Huff Concert Hall. The doors will open at 3:00 p.m. and the concert will begin at 4:00 p.m. Join FSO in celebr ...

Feb 12, 2026

44th Annual Fayetteville Dogwood Festival brings a 90s & early 2000s throwback

The Fayetteville Dogwood Festival is officially turning back the clock while taking meaningful steps forward for the future of the community as well as the Dogwood Festival. The Fayetteville Dogwood Festival proudly announces that the 44th Annua ...

Feb 6, 2026

Positively grape: Twisted Vines Vineyard supports local entrepreneurs and helps visitors make lasting memories

Owners Dana and Tracy Horne planted their vineyard in 2009. In 2019, they introduced their u-pick vineyard, and visitors loved the addition. They’ve also added a 4,608 sq ft. venue available to rent for events. Photo by Emily Grace Photography.Twiste ...

Feb 3, 2026

CVB changes name to Visit Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen; Removes CVB from name to simplify destination brand

New logo provided by Visit Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen Effective immediately, the Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) will change their DBA name to Visit Pinehurst, Southern Pines, Aberdeen. The ...

Jan 30, 2026

ArtsXL opens doors for Fayetteville’s creative community

Sweet Tea Shakespeare is currently performing Sense & Sensibility in the ArtsXL's main space. Photos by GFBJ. Housed in a renovated 90-year-old building located at 214 Burgess Street in downtown Fayetteville, ArtsXL does exactly what its nam ...

Jan 22, 2026

Introducing Cameo Collective: Historic movie theater in downtown Fayetteville under new management

Located at 225 Hay St. in downtown Fayetteville, Cameo Art House Theatre has two auditoriums and screens films ranging from classics to new releases. The theater also prioritizes spotlighting local and up-and-coming filmmakers. Photo by James Throsse ...


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Where Warfighter Needs Meet Textile Innovation: Why FEDTEX 2026 Matters

Lee Moritz, Jr. - Federal Business Development, North Carolina Military Business Center
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Gratitude: Honoring the generosity of a community by maximizing impact

Scott Embry - Executive Director & CEO, United Way of Cumberland County
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Fayetteville State University leads campus-wide CPR and AED preparedness push

Elizabeth Hunt - Assistant Vice Chancellor for Risk and Compliance, Fayetteville State University

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From soldier to realtor: Jamel Williams' mission to serve Fayetteville's homebuyers

Jamel Williams transitioned from active military duty to the civilian workforce in 2018. He entered into the field of real estate with the hope of helping other military personnel find their home, as he knew from firsthand experience the challenge th


AFCEA NC powers innovation: 2026 Innovation Summit fuels defense collaboration and stem investment

rom Concept to Capability panelists (L to R) Dr. Paul Baker principal deputy (A) of the Army Science Division Army Research Office, Klinton Snead, extramural staff director for the Army Research Office, panel moderator Phil Williams, VP of corporate


Publisher's note: Rooted here, growing here

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