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Oct 8, 2026

Best at 910 Future Fest: First-ever 910 Future Fest Pitch Competition provides a spotlight for local budding businesses

Winners of the inaugural pitch competition were Omega Air, Rebirth-Heart and Mind PLLC, Sprinkle Me Pink, LLC and Fedora Elite Mobile Cigar Experience. Following an event-packed weekend, four Fayetteville-based entrepreneurs were given a leg up ...

Oct 8, 2026

Funding opportunities now available for small businesses

The City of Fayetteville is now accepting applications from local small businesses and commercial property owners looking to improve their storefront, invest in commercial property or take the next step toward growing their business.  Grant ...

Oct 6, 2026

Moore County Chamber enters final quarter with strong momentum and a clear focus on what’s next

Ribbon Cutting at Teriyaki Express Japanese Restaurant, Seven Lakes, N.C. - Photo provided by MCCThe Moore County Chamber of Commerce is entering the final quarter of the year with strong momentum and an increasingly clear focus on the work that matt ...

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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 5, 2026

Dunn Area Chamber of Commerce announces Dunn Area Chamber Foundation to expand community and economic impact

The Dunn Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the addition of the Dunn Area Chamber Foundation, an extended arm of the Chamber created to support long-term community growth, workforce development, education, leadership development and econom ...

Oct 1, 2026

Cumberland Choral Arts receives Arts Council grant to support its 35th season of concerts and expanded Fayetteville Youth Chorus

Cumberland Choral Arts (CCA), the area’s premier community choir, is pleased to announce support of its 35th season titled “It’s About Time” with the help of a $27,000 grant from the Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County. ...

Oct 1, 2026

Plans proceed for new traffic signal on Morganton Road

A new traffic signal is planned for Morganton Road at Northview Drive to help ease congestion and improve safety during the morning and afternoon commutes. ...

Oct 1, 2026

Cumberland Community Foundation presents annual report; $500,000 announced for arts & enrichment for youth

Cumberland Community Foundation celebrated its 46th year and presented its annual report on Thursday, Sept. 24 at its Founders & Friends event at Cape Fear Botanical Garden. ...

Sep 29, 2026

The Family Business Advantage: Third Quarterly Power Breakfast of 2026 explores how family businesses balance legacy and innovation

Photo by GFBJAnother successful Power Breakfast is in the books. The Greater Fayetteville Business Journal hosted its third quarterly Power Breakfast of 2026 on Tuesday,  Sept. 29. Local leaders and decision-makers gathered to network and learn ...

Sep 28, 2026

Registration now open for the 2026 “Coolest Thing Made in MO.HO.CO.” Competition at Sandhills Community College

Winners of the 2025 Inaugural Competition "Coolest Thing Made in MO.HO.CO." OA Defense team. Photo courtesy of SCC.Registration is officially open for the 2026 "Coolest Thing Made in MO.HO.CO." (Moore and Hoke Counties) contest, set to take place on ...


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Locally sourced, family-owned: No-BS Meats celebrates the opening of its new storefront in downtown Fayetteville

Nikole (pictured) and Lakota Shawn began selling their meat at farmers markets and in an online store in 2024. Now, they’ve opened their first brick-and-mortar location. Photo by GFBJ.The Shawn family believes in quality, locally sourced food, and th


Building TJB Realty: Tracey Jones-Brooks brings a people-first approach to real estate

Tracey Jones-Brooks REALTOR®, ABR®, is eager to continue growing her business in Fayetteville, and a new office space is going to help make that dream a reality.


Best at 910 Future Fest: First-ever 910 Future Fest Pitch Competition provides a spotlight for local budding businesses

Winners of the inaugural pitch competition were Omega Air, Rebirth-Heart and Mind PLLC, Sprinkle Me Pink, LLC and Fedora Elite Mobile Cigar Experience. Following an event-packed weekend, four Fayetteville-based entrepreneurs were given a leg up