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Jul 2, 2026

Lumbee Tribe of N.C. seeks new legal pathways to pursue hospitality opportunities

Logo courtesy of the Lumbee Tribe of North CarolinaOn June 25, 2026, the Tribal Council of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina held an emergency meeting at the request of council members. The Council heard from tribal citizens during the public commen ...

Jul 2, 2026

Fort Bragg's All American Gate to close July 27

Graphic provided by: Fort Bragg The All American Gate – the main entrance to Fort Bragg – will close at 5 a.m. on Monday, July 27 to make needed repairs to the roadway. The Gruber Road Bridge overpass will also close and the bridge will be repla ...

Jul 2, 2026

Portion of Raeford Road to require detour; Section will close in both directions starting July 13

This section of Raeford Road near Ireland Drive and over Buckhead Creek will close for about two weeks to remove an abandoned culvert to allow a new, larger culvert to be installed.Photo provided by: NCDOT An approximately two week detour of Rae ...

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FSU expands cybersecurity training with high‑success certification training programs

Posted Jul 1, 2026
In a tight job market, finding your niche and setting yourself apart from the competition is essential. As technology continues to evolve rapidly, businesses are in constant need of qualified technology professionals to assist them in advancing their
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Jun 25, 2026

Cape Fear Botanical Garden announces $500,000 Endowment from Cumberland Community Foundation, Inc.

Photo provided by CFBGCape Fear Botanical Garden is honored to be awarded a generous $500,000 Endowment from Cumberland Community Foundation, Inc. The award was announced on June 23, 2026, during the Garden’s Annual Member Meeting, a gathering to ref ...

Jun 25, 2026

Fayetteville PWC invites community to Power & Water Conservation Expo on June 26

The Fayetteville Public Works Commission (PWC) invites the community to attend the upcoming Power & Water Conservation (PWC) Expo on Friday, June 26, 2026. The event is scheduled from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Bordeaux Public Library, locate ...

Jun 25, 2026

Publisher's note: Medical marvel

Photo by GFBJI’m sorry—what do you mean we’re already halfway through June? Wasn’t April last week? You’ll have to forgive my confusion. You see, on Friday, June 5, just one day after a successful Power Breakfast, my dear husband brought home a ...

Jun 23, 2026

Fayetteville native and Army Veteran expands ICAN Clothes into Navy Exchanges worldwide

Kelsey BattleArmy Veteran, entrepreneur, motivational speaker and Fayetteville native Kelsey Battle is celebrating a major milestone as his inspirational apparel brand, ICAN Clothes, launches in 23 participating Navy Exchange (NEXCOM) locations world ...

Jun 22, 2026

Fayetteville Fire hosts women in fire service recruitment event

The Fayetteville Fire Department will host its sixth Annual Women in Fire Service Day recruiting event on Saturday, June 27, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The event is for women interested in joining the fire service or learning more about becoming a firefig ...

Jun 19, 2026

James Trading Company acquires Sampson Farmers Hardware in Clinton

Logo courtesy of James Trading CompanyJames Trading Company is proud to announce the acquisition of Sampson Farmers Hardware, a business whose roots run deep in the history of Clinton and Sampson County and whose commitment to customer service has be ...


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Playing to win: How gamification shapes modern communication

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In The Current Issue

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.