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Apr 7, 2026

Bladen Community College to host Small Business Expo on April 29

Graphic courtesy of Bladen CountyBladen Community College will host the Bladen County Small Business Expo on Wednesday, April 29, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the college auditorium. This dynamic, business-to-business event is designed to bring to ...

Apr 7, 2026

Weld Wars at Miller-Motte College Fayetteville

Graphic courtesy of Miller-Motte CollegeMiller-Motte College Fayetteville invites you to attend Weld Wars 2026 on April 17, a hands-on career exploration event for students and community members interested in welding and skilled trades careers. This ...

Apr 2, 2026

Cumberland County to host career fair April 17

Graphic provided by Cumberland CountyCumberland County Government will host a career fair on Friday, April 17, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cumberland County North Regional Library, located at 855 McArthur Road in Fayetteville.The career fair is des ...

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North Carolina Strengthens Its Position in Defense Sustainment and Innovation

Posted Apr 8, 2026
North Carolina continues to emerge as a critical hub for defense innovation and sustainment, creating new opportunities for businesses across the state - particularly in regions like Fayetteville, home to Fort Bragg and a growing defense-focused econ
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Apr 2, 2026

Fay.Church launches free church directory for Fayetteville, NC and surrounding communities

A new online resource is making it easier for Fayetteville residents to find a church home. Fay.Church, launched in march 2026 by Bosworth Media Group LLC, is a free directory of 414 churches in Fayetteville — the most complete listing of local congr ...

Apr 1, 2026

MCEDP awards $25,000 in Duke Energy Foundation Grants to six Moore County small businesses

Logo courtesy of MCEDPThe Moore County Economic Development Partnership (MCEDP) announced six local small businesses as recipients of the Duke Energy Foundation Small Business Impact Grant program. Selected from a competitive pool of 44 applicants, t ...

Mar 30, 2026

Community invited to first look at Fayetteville’s newest Tennis Center

Graphic provided by: City of FayettevilleThe City of Fayetteville is excited to invite residents and community members to the First Look event for The Courts at Glenville Lake, 730 Filter Plant Drive, on Wednesday, April 1 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.  ...

Mar 30, 2026

Cumberland County leaders convene for Infrastructure Summit focused on regional growth and coordination

Cumberland County Chairman Kirk deViere participated in the Infrastructure Summit which brought together representatives from transportation, utilities, and local governments to align priorities and identify coordinated strategies to support future g ...

Mar 27, 2026

Fayetteville Woodpeckers announce 2026 opening night roster

The Fayetteville Woodpeckers, in conjunction with the Houston Astros, have unveiled the 2026 Opening Day Roster ahead of their Carolina League opener against the Wilson Warbirds on April 3 at Segra Stadium. The 30-man roster breaks down to 15 positio ...

Mar 27, 2026

State leadership encourages employers to apply for HIRE Vets Medallion Program; Federal program recognizes companies for hiring, retaining and training Veterans

Photo pulled from HIREVets.govNorth Carolina leadership including Governor Josh Stein, North Carolina Department of Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley, and North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Secretary Jocelyn Mitnaul Mallette are e ...


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Camden Commons: A new era of retail and commercial growth in Hope Mills

Nearly 80 acres of commercial development are now underway in Hope Mills. With Target serving as the anchor tenant, Camden Commons will bring a dynamic mix of retail and commercial opportunities. Land clearing and grading are underway at the site dev


Publisher's note: Pick up the torch

GRAPHIC PROVIDED BY BETTER BUSINESS BUREAUIn the fall of 2025, I was approached to be a judge for the Better Business Bureau’s 2026 award series. Like many of you in the community, I didn’t realize that the BBB had its own awards, and I was excited t


Excellence as a standard: Inside Dr. Tamara Colvin's path to becoming director of the FSU HUB

As the director of the FSU HUB, Dr. Tamara Colvin is responsible for strategic and operational leadership to provide impactful support to emerging entrepreneurs and existing small businesses. Photo provided by Colvin.Fayetteville Cumberland Regional