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May 15, 2026

Fort Bragg Defense Critical Infrastructure Summit highlights collaboration as key to military readiness

On May 14, the XVIII Airborne Corps brought together key leaders from the Army, state and local government, interagency and private-sector partners to forge enduring partnerships to harden our DCI's resilience. Photo by GFBJ.On May 14, Fort Bragg hos ...

May 13, 2026

State of Fort Bragg 2026

Photo By Staff Sgt. Rene Rosas | Jennifer Hodges, Fort Bragg Director of Family and MWR, addresses community leaders and local officials during the State of Fort Bragg at the Joint Innovation Outpost, Fort Bragg, N.C., May 5, 2026. Hodges highlighted ...

May 8, 2026

Fayetteville State University unites regional leaders to strengthen military family support

Faith Hatton of the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal moderates a panel at the 2026 Military Appreciation Luncheon on April 30. Panelists include, from left, Retired U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Al Aycock, June L. Roberts, Retired U.S. Army Lt. Gen. Kevin ...

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Why Skilled Trades Matter: Addressing the Decline and Urgent Need in Plumbing and HVAC

Posted Apr 1, 2026
Amidst the technological revolution and evolving workforce, skilled trades remain a  lynchpin of society. The roles of plumbers and HVAC technicians are critical—not only for daily  comfort and safety, but for broader economic stability. Ho
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Mar 19, 2026

Advancing military technology: Dragon's Lair pitch goes from idea to production

Spc. Alexander Soto, a paratrooper assigned to the 1st Battalion, 504th Parachute Infantry Regiment, presents the modular drone case at the Airborne Innovation Lab, Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Feb. 9, 2026. Soto noted the recurring problem of drones ...

Mar 11, 2026

Oak Grove Technologies awarded JIOP commercial range services BPA at Fort Bragg

Image courtesy of OGTOak Grove Technologies (OGT) announced it has been awarded a five-year contract by the Lieutenant General Gavin Joint Innovation Outpost (JIOP) for the use of their multi-domain Test & Training Center in Hoffman, N.C.Under th ...

Mar 5, 2026

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

From 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 ...

Feb 19, 2026

Mutts with a mission: Specialized K9 program supports local Veterans

Kristen Botts co-founded the program with her husband, Nathan Botts, who is a Veteran himself. Photos provided by Kristen Botts.An organization helping Veterans live a full life after their service in the U.S. Military wants to connect Veterans and d ...

Feb 5, 2026

Fort Bragg ignites innovation: Joint Innovation Outpost opens as a collaborative hub linking soldiers, universities and industry

 (Left to right) U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Christopher Schneider, Deputy for Acquisition and Systems Management, Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army (Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology), Mr. Robert Braun, CTO, XVIII Airborne Corps, Lt. G ...

Jan 22, 2026

From academia to the battlefield: AFCEA Innovation Summit aims to give military and industry a "decision advantage"

AFCEA- NC Fort Bragg Chapter’s annual summit brings together leaders from industry, academic and research institutions, innovation hubs, Veteran organizations and elite Army and Special Operations commands. Graphic provided by Phil Williams ...


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Mental health milestone: FSU celebrates $1.45M investment in student mental health and accessibility

At center, Chancellor Darrell T. Allison and Juanette Council, Ed.D., vice chancellor for student affairs, cut the ribbon to celebrate the grand reopening of Fayetteville State University's newly renovated Spaulding Building, joined by campus leaders


A hub for innovation: FCEDC repurposes landmark Fayetteville building into a future-focused hub

FCEDC has officially moved its staff and operations to 611 W. Russell St. The 35,800- square-foot center was previously home to Homemakers Furniture and Interiors. Renovations began in the fall of 2025 and are expected to be completed in the next six to eight months. Currently, FCEDC staff are working within an open 7,500-square-foot floor plan as initial improvements progress.


Celebrating 45 years: Systel Business Equipment represents a legacy of commitment to quality service

Inset: Systel’s first corporate headquarters was a small rental house turned office on Fort Bragg Road in Fayetteville in 1981. Large photo: The company’s new corporate headquarters reflects years of growth into a multi-million dollar company that pr