Real Estate

Mar 13, 2026

Joshua Sparks named broker-in-charge at ERA Strother Real Estate in Fayetteville

ERA Strother Real Estate has promoted Joshua Sparks to Broker in Charge, placing him over approximately 70 agents and the firm’s day-to-day brokerage operations. ...

Feb 27, 2026

Professional Women in Building of the Sandhills host Industry Insight Series panel

The event drew 60 attendees from across the building community for an engaging panel discussion featuring four prominent PWBS members: Lauren Furr, Shari Groover, Leslie Groves and Julie Russo. ...

Feb 20, 2026

Ben Stout Construction receives $80,000 grant from the RIA, poised to create 10 jobs in Fayetteville

North Carolina’s Rural Infrastructure Authority (RIA) has approved 12 grant requests for local governments totaling $5,876,853. The grants include commitments to creating a total of 277 jobs, 71 of which were previously announced. As a result of thes ...

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Playing to Win: Why Your Business Can’t Stand Still

Posted Mar 2, 2026
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Feb 20, 2026

January 2026 housing market update: Key metrics reflect steady pricing growth amid moderating sales activity

The latest data highlights shifts in inventory, pricing and buyer activity as the market continues to evolve. ...

Feb 13, 2026

Grants, grit and community: Roseboro cuts ribbon on revitalized GC Thomas Building

The town purchased 109-C Roseboro St. in downtown Roseboro in 2022 with plans for renovating it and outfitting the space to accommodate new tenants. The building is approximately 3600 square feet in size and offers two studio apartments as well as retail space. ...

Jan 30, 2026

Downtown Lumberton bridge to be demolished and rebuilt

The NCDOT awarded the $6.5 million contract in November to Wilmington-based S&C Construction LLC. The company will demolish the 70-year-old bridge and construct a new bridge with wider lanes, shoulders and sidewalks. ...

Jan 23, 2026

Longleaf Pine REALTORS® shares December 2025 housing market update: Year ends with steady prices and measured buyer activity

Overall, the December 2025 data suggest a market transition into a more balanced seasonal pattern. ...

Jan 16, 2026

Pinewild Country Club begins construction of $18M clubhouse renovation

Construction began on the clubhouse in mid-December 2025, with completion targeted for Q1 2027. Designed by S3 Design of Braintree, Mass., the project expands and reimagines Pinewild’s clubhouse as the social and cultural center of the community. ...

Jan 9, 2026

Personal property listing forms now available via eNoticesOnline

Cumberland County Tax Administration announces individual and business personal property listing forms are now available through eNoticesOnline. ...


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From soldier to realtor: Jamel Williams' mission to serve Fayetteville's homebuyers

Jamel Williams transitioned from active military duty to the civilian workforce in 2018. He entered into the field of real estate with the hope of helping other military personnel find their home, as he knew from firsthand experience the challenge th


AFCEA NC powers innovation: 2026 Innovation Summit fuels defense collaboration and stem investment

From Concept to Capability panelists (L to R) Dr. Paul Baker principal deputy (A) of the Army Science Division Army Research Office, Klinton Snead, extramural staff director for the Army Research Office, panel moderator Phil Williams, VP of corporate


Publisher's note: Rooted here, growing here

Photo by Tierra Mallorca / Unsplash Buying a house is not for the weak. This year, my husband and I decided to begin the hunt for a home. When I tell you January was one of the most stressful times in my life, I mean it from the bottom of m