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Jul 21, 2026

Gray's Creek Incorporation Committee adjusts timeline to engage community in open dialogue on key topics

The Gray’s Creek Incorporation Committee has officially paused its signature petition timeline to establish an open working debate alongside anti-incorporation community influencers. This deliberate slowdown ensures all residents can thoroughly exami ...

Jul 20, 2026

Wawa announces passing of former President, CEO, Chairman and Wawa Founding Family Member, Richard D. Wood Jr.

It is with profound grief that Wawa announced the death of Richard D. (Dick) Wood Jr., former President, CEO and Chairman of Wawa, Inc on Friday, July 10. For more than 55 years, Dick Wood was the visionary and driving force behind Wawa’s business mo ...

Jul 20, 2026

NCDOT announces new intercity bus service and route expansion

To enhance statewide connectivity, the N.C. Department of Transportation’s intercity bus program has expanded with new service and routes across North Carolina and neighboring states.The new routes and extensions add an additional 900 miles of daily ...

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Building a Future-Ready Workforce: How FTCC and Regional Partners Are Developing the Next Generation of Talent in Cumberland County

Posted Jul 1, 2026
Fayetteville Technical Community College (FTCC) and its regional partners are leading a coordinated effort to build a future-ready workforce pipeline aligned with the evolving needs of employers across Cumberland County and the Sandhills. Through imm
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Jul 20, 2026

Record enrollment, major donations and state funding highlight historic summer at FSU

Chancellor Darrell T. Allison announces major support for the 30-60-90 summer school program. (Photo by FSU)Fayetteville State University announced today a $6.5 million commitment from Anonymous Trust, the largest gift in the University's history — a ...

Jul 18, 2026

Editor's note: Summer jobs

With summer in full swing, I started to reflect on the various ways I spent my summer break over the years. From pool parties with friends to family vacations and sports tournaments, I look back fondly on the summers I’ve enjoyed so far. But it ...

Jul 17, 2026

Spring Lake to receive $5M in loans for drinking water and wastewater projects

The State Water Infrastructure Authority (SWIA) approved awards on July 15 to help cities, towns and counties strengthen infrastructure to better withstand future storms, improve existing drinking water and wastewater infrastructure, reduce contamina ...

Jul 17, 2026

Strategic planning: Fayetteville Regional Airport Director LaGala outlines plans for continued growth

An aircraft departs Fayetteville Regional Airport, connecting travelers and businesses to hundreds of domestic and international destinations through onestop service via American Airlines and Delta Air Lines. Photos provided by Fayetteville Regional ...

Jul 9, 2026

Moore County Child Care Economic Summit: Understanding the impact of the childcare crisis on business owners and leaders

Join ExCEL NC, Moore County Chamber of Commerce and other community partners to explore the economic impact of the childcare crisis and how business leaders can drive solutions at the Child Care Economic Summit scheduled for Friday, Aug. 7, at 9:00 a ...

Jul 7, 2026

Fayetteville State University Alumni Association donates record $250K to support students

Fayetteville State University Chancellor Darrell T. Allison joins National Alumni Association leadership and members to celebrate a historic $250,000 gift during the second annual scholarship gala on June 27, 2026. The funds will support student scho ...


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Germène's Home Kitchen & Bakery now open

A family affair: Along with a full staff, Owner Eddie Claude and his wife Ruth (pictured right) work with their kids to run the restaurant. Eddie is a Veteran who served for 21 years in the U.S. Army. Photos by YGH STUDIOS & GFBJ. The Fayett


Editor's note: Summer jobs

With summer in full swing, I started to reflect on the various ways I spent my summer break over the years. From pool parties with friends to family vacations and sports tournaments, I look back fondly on the summers I’ve enjoyed so far. But it


Preserving rural roots: Gray's Creek residents launch effort to become a town

Proposed incorporation boundary (pink) · Gray’s Creek, Cumberland County, N.C. This is a working draft and is subject to revision. Image courtesy of grayscreeknc.com. After decades as an unincorporated rural community in Cumberland County, Gray’