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Sep 5, 2025

Gillis Hill Road scheduled for more improvements; $17.5M construction contract approved

An NCDOT contractor is widening Gillis Hill Road (shown above in July) into a four-lane road; another segment of this two-lane road will be widened extending southwest of Stoney Point Road.Photo by: NCDOT: Another stretch of Gillis Hill Road in ...

Sep 4, 2025

County invites public input on future use of former Crown Event Center site

Cumberland County is calling on residents to share their ideas for the future of the former Crown Event Center space. By participating in a brief, anonymous community survey, residents can help guide the use of the property. ...

Sep 4, 2025

State Data Release: CCS reports growth and graduation gains while committing to raise proficiency

Cumberland County Schools (CCS) is highlighting progress in student growth, graduation rates and several tested subjects following the release of the 2024-2025 accountability results by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. The distric ...

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Empowering student success: How Fayetteville State University’s Career Services Department prepares students for long-term achievement

Posted Aug 12, 2025
Fayetteville State University has made significant strides in preparing its students for successful careers by providing students with internships and experiential learning opportunities that help them gain the necessary skills and connections to sec
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Sep 3, 2025

Fort Bragg announces temporary closure of Manchester Road

Fort Bragg is scheduled to close the entire length of Manchester Road (from Morganton Road to Lamont Road) beginning Sept. 8 for complete repaving. ...

Sep 3, 2025

Sustainable Sandhills celebrates 20th anniversary

Sustainable Sandhills is celebrating its 20th year of service on Sunday, Sept. 7.Their mission is to empower communities to create resilient environmental, economic and social resources through education, demonstration and collaboration.Sustainable S ...

Aug 26, 2025

Industry leaders provide update at annual State of the Community event

Residents, business owners and local officials gathered this week for a community event aimed at delivering key updates across several major industries, including healthcare, education and city and county governments. The Greater Fayetteville Ch ...

Aug 22, 2025

Sampson County launches Strategic Plan to strengthen economy and build community resilience

On Tuesday, Aug. 19, the Sampson County Board of Commissioners along with Sampson County Economic Development’s Ray Jordan met with the community during a special meeting to learn the ins and outs of their local economy. Photo provided by: GFBJ& ...

Aug 20, 2025

Hope Mills announces Phase II of Elevate Hope Mills Initiative; Three-day financial empowerment series coming Sept. 9-11

Logo provided by: The Town of Hope Mills Following the resounding success of Phase One of the Elevate Hope Mills Community & Business Growth Initiative, which brought together nearly 60 local vendors and over 400 residents, the initiative is ...

Aug 20, 2025

Publisher's note: Bridging the gap

Young professionals are the focus in this issue—and we are a better community because of them.  However, we must work harder to know that our region’s strength comes from five generations working side by side. From shop floors in Hope Mills to c ...


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Building on the basics: Advanced Contractors Academy equips local firms to compete for government projects

The Advanced Contractors Academy, a free six-week program, is designed for established contractors ready to pursue larger-scale public contracts with agencies such as Fayetteville State University (FSU), Cumberland County and Cape Fear Valley Health.


Hungry for success: Local entrepreneur Kelton Battle is changing the vending machine game in North Carolina

Today, Hungry Snacks Vending operates 140 machines across North Carolina, with locations ranging from schools to public transit stations.


Too bright to dim: My Future So Bright program sees exponential growth during third year

 A total of 84 interns participated in this year’s My Future So Bright program. At the graduation ceremony held on Aug. 1, each student was able to receive their graduation certificates from Mid-Carolina Regional Council Executive Director Saman