Manufacturing

Jun 12, 2026

The Campbell’s Company celebrates expansion of Maxton manufacturing facility

Photos by Ryan WismerThe Campbell’s Company (NASDAQ:CPB) celebrated the expansion of its aseptic manufacturing facility in Maxton, N.C., on June 11 with a ribbon cutting ceremony highlighting the company’s significant investment in advanced manufactu ...

Jun 11, 2026

Feed solutions company selects Cumberland County for First Facility; Investing $6.5M and creating 25 direct jobs

Photo provided by FCEDCThe Fayetteville Cumberland Economic Development Corporation (FCEDC) is excited to announce that Upcycle Feed Commodities has selected Cumberland County for its first manufacturing facility. The project will create 25 direct jo ...

Apr 30, 2026

Oldcastle Infrastructure celebrates grand opening of automated wetcast facility

Photos by GFBJOldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH company and a national leader in infrastructure solutions, celebrated the grand opening of its state-of-the-art, automated wet-cast manufacturing facility in Vander, North Carolina. The facility expands r ...

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Gratitude: Honoring the generosity of a community by maximizing impact

Posted Mar 2, 2026
When I truly recognized that the United Way of Cumberland County exists only through the generosity of this community, it fundamentally changed me, as a leader and as a person.Your United Way does not receive state or federal funding. We are sustaine
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Oct 16, 2025

Canadian construction company to invest $15 million in Bladen County rebar manufacturing plant, adding 83 jobs

MST Rebar Inc.’s flagship product, MST-BAR®, is a corrosion-resistant alternative to traditional steel rebar. It is lighter, safer to handle and easier to install without compromising performance. Photo courtesy of MST Rebar.MST Rebar Inc., a fibergl ...

Oct 15, 2025

UNCP sparks regional innovation through first Southeastern Additive Manufacturing Expo

UNC Pembroke hosted its first-ever Southeastern Additive Manufacturing Initiative (SAMI) Expo last week, bringing together students, faculty and industry leaders from across the region for a day of hands-on learning, networking and innovation in 3D p ...

Oct 6, 2025

UNC Pembroke will host Southeastern Additive Manufacturing Initiative Expo

Graphic courtesy of UNCPUNC Pembroke will host the Southeastern Additive Manufacturing Initiative (SAMI) Expo on Friday, Oct. 10, from noon to 5 p.m. at James A. Thomas Hall.  The free event, hosted by the Thomas College of Business and Eco ...

Sep 26, 2025

Steel fabricator considering Fayetteville for $22 million expansion

Image courtesy of FCEDCOn Monday, Sept. 22, Council heard a request from FCEDC President & CEO Robert Van Geons to consider providing a $327,487 incentive grant from the City, to be paid in annual installments over five years for Project Superman ...

Sep 5, 2025

SBA launches MARC loan program; first-ever loan program dedicated to American manufacturers

On Wednesday, Sept. 3, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) launched its first-ever loan program dedicated to supporting America’s small manufacturers, which make up 98% of all U.S. manufacturers. The 7(a) Manufacturer’s Access to Revolving C ...

Aug 7, 2025

Rollease Acmeda opens facility in Hope Mills; Company to invest $10M and create 50 jobs

Photo provided by Hope Mills Chamber of CommerceRollease Acmeda, a worldwide company in the window covering industry, hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Aug. 4, 2025. This event marks the beginning of its operations at the new state-of-the-art facil ...


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Fairytale fare: Once Upon a Bite serves up charcuterie spreads that tell a story

Once Upon a Bite launched in early 2026 and has continued to grow through local markets, festivals, private events and community partnerships throughout the Fayetteville area.


Growing and glowing: Skin Specialists of Fayetteville expands into new Owen Drive facility, plans July grand reopening

Photo provided by Skin Specialists of FayettevilleA Veteran-owned Fayetteville medical spa that launched during the COVID-19 pandemic has grown into a multi-disciplinary aesthetics and wellness practice — winning the 2024 Readers’ Choice Award for Be


Savoring tradition: How Yinzers is bringing Pittsburgh's iconic flavors to Fayetteville

Josh Buracchio and his wife Gina had a vision two years ago: to bring the best of their beloved Pittsburgh’s culinary scene to Fayetteville.