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Dec 23, 2025

Turning the page: A new chapter for the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal

PHOTO BY 5 WEST MEDIA GROUPWhen we launched the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal, our mission was clear: to create a publication that informs, connects and celebrates the people and businesses driving growth across the Fayetteville region. Over ...

Dec 23, 2025

That's a wrap 2025! GFBJ reflects on a successful year of coverage by highlighting key developments from 2025

Economic growth and new business activity defined the year across the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal’s (GFBJ) seven-county coverage area. From new companies entering the region to commercial developments expanding, the greater Fayetteville are ...

Dec 22, 2025

Sonja M. Brown named interim provost and senior vice chancellor for Academic Affairs at Fayetteville State University

 Sonja M. Brown, Ph.D.Fayetteville State University (FSU) has named Sonja M. Brown, Ph.D., as the interim provost and senior vice chancellor for academic affairs, effective Jan. 1, 2026, while the university prepares to launch its national searc ...

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Incorporating academic readings in economics classrooms: A collaborative research initiative

Posted Nov 12, 2025
A growing movement in economics education is reshaping how students engage with complex social issues and develop critical thinking skills. Spearheaded by a collaborative team of professors from Fayetteville State University, Tulane University, St. C
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Dec 15, 2025

$7.2M in Southeast Crescent Regional Commission Grants awarded to boost economic growth in 15 NC counties

More than $7 million in economic development grants benefiting 15 North Carolina counties have been awarded by the Southeast Crescent Regional Commission (SCRC). The grants will support job creation and retention, investments in critical infrastructu ...

Dec 15, 2025

MCEDP to use funds from Duke Energy Foundation to launch Moore County Small Business Impact Grant Program

Moore County Economic Development Partnership (MCEDP) has been awarded a $25,000 grant from Duke Energy Foundation to launch the Moore County Small Business Impact Grant Program. The program will provide microgrants ranging from $500 to $5,000 to app ...

Dec 12, 2025

Carolina College of Biblical Studies receives generous stock gift

Carolina College of Biblical Studies is pleased to announce the receipt of a generous gift of stock from a longtime supporter of the college. This significant contribution reflects the donor’s enduring commitment to the mission and ministry of CCBS—t ...

Dec 12, 2025

Greater Fayetteville Chamber launches new Toastmasters Club to empower local business leaders

The Greater Fayetteville Chamber proudly announces the launch of its Greater Fayetteville Chamber Toastmasters Club, a new initiative designed to empower Chamber members with enhanced communication and leadership skills essential for success in today ...

Dec 11, 2025

CCF’s GivingTuesday campaign sets new record with over $4M raised this year

The CCF GivingTuesday Team Leaders: L-R – Maddie Kellogg, Tara Martin, Kendra Murray. Photo provided by CCF.Cumberland Community Foundation has announced record growth in its annual GivingTuesday campaign with $4.1 million raised in 2025 versus $2.88 ...

Dec 11, 2025

Editor's note: Just keep holding on

I know that the end of the year is here and it’s hard, but I need our local business community to just hold on and stay focused for these last few weeks of 2025!We’ve come to this, our second to last issue for the year, and it really tickles me that ...


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North Carolina Holds a Home-Field Advantage in the Innovation Game

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Questions & Answers: Getting to know Mike Berk, Longleaf Pine Realtors® new CEO

Mike BerkMike Berk is still getting settled into his new office and home, but his enthusiasm for his new role as CEO of Longleaf Pine REALTORS® is already in full swing. Just a few weeks into the job, the association management veteran sat down with