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Oct 27, 2026

Mulligan’s Creamery serves up locally made, premium ice cream in Moore County

The golf-themed ice cream shop, located at 439 Capital Drive, Carthage, N.C., has been open for about seven weeks now and has already become a local favorite. ...

Oct 23, 2026

Expanding childcare for families: Armed Services YMCA opens free children's waiting room on Fort Bragg

The Armed Services YMCA (ASYMCA) celebrated the grand opening of its Children’s Waiting Room Fort Bragg at the Loredo Child Development Center, Oct. 1, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. The program offers free, short-term childcare for families attendi ...

Oct 23, 2026

Fueling families: USAA AND Robert Irvine Foundation launch Fuel to Serve to strengthen military family well-being and readiness

Fuel to Serve will go “beyond the dining hall,” using food and shared meals as trusted entry points to link families with a broader network of resources. Photo courtesy of USAA.USAA and the Robert Irvine Foundation recently announced Fuel to Serve. T ...

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Oct 21, 2026

Publix opens new store in Fayetteville

Photo provided by PublixToday, Oct. 21, Publix opened its newest store in Fayetteville at 7465 Rockfish Rd. bringing Publix’s signature service and shopping experience to even more customers in Fayetteville.The 48,387 sq. ft. supermarket features tra ...

Oct 20, 2026

Dunn Area Chamber of Commerce to host 9th Annual Oyster Roast

The Dunn Area Chamber of Commerce invites the community to enjoy an evening of great food, live music, and fellowship at its Annual Oyster Roast Fundraiser on Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, from 5 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. ...

Oct 19, 2026

Lumbee Tribal Council approves historic gaming ordinance in 14-2 vote; Potential casino project hangs in the balance

PHOTO PROVIDED BY LUMBEE TRIBE OF N.C.The Lumbee Tribal Council voted 14-2 Thursday night to approve a gaming ordinance, setting the stage for a historic referendum that will allow the Lumbee people to decide the future of gaming for the Tribe. The v ...

Oct 16, 2026

Moore County Talent Symposium draws more than 130 leaders to focus on workplace mental health and well-being

Photo provided by Moore County ChamberMore than 130 business and community leaders gathered Friday, October 9, at the Bradshaw Performing Arts Center (BPAC) at Sandhills Community College for the Moore County Chamber of Commerce’s annual Talent Sympo ...

Oct 16, 2026

Small Business RoundTable to focus on Business Insurance Oct. 26

Small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs are invited to attend the upcoming Small Business RoundTable on Monday, Oct. 26, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Bladen Community College. The session will focus on business insurance and how the right coverage ...

Oct 16, 2026

Free webinar to explore accessibility and fair housing trends

Attorney Theresa L. Kitay of Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz, P.C., will share insight into fair housing issues and developments affecting communities. ...


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A legacy of valor: Recognizing the vital role of the Green Beret Foundation in supporting Special Forces

The US Army Special Forces (SF), known as Green Berets because they are awarded a green beret to wear following the rigorous selection and training process, are specialized military units trained to conduct special operations. Photo provided by the G


Fueling families: USAA AND Robert Irvine Foundation launch Fuel to Serve to strengthen military family well-being and readiness

Fuel to Serve will go “beyond the dining hall,” using food and shared meals as trusted entry points to link families with a broader network of resources. Photo courtesy of USAA.USAA and the Robert Irvine Foundation recently announced Fuel to Serve. T


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