Restaurants

Apr 2, 2026

Lori’s Ace Home and hardware announces new Meat Masters Class coming May 16

BBQ fans are invited to learn how to make award-winning BBQ ribs this May at the new Meat Masters class at Lori’s Ace Home & Hardware.The class will be on Saturday, May 16 from 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at Lori’s Ace Home & Hardware at 2800 Raeford Ro ...

Mar 24, 2026

New Hope Mills food truck park announces grand opening

Big T’s, a longtime Hope Mills snack bar, announced it will expand into a permanent location at The Hive while keeping its original site beside Hope Mills Lake. The new location will allow the business to offer popular summer treats such as snoballs and ice cream year-round. ...

Mar 24, 2026

Cape Fear Regional Theatre seeks rooftop restaurant operator

Cape Fear Regional Theatre is seeking submissions from qualified, experienced restaurant operators to manage and operate a full-service outdoor food and beverage experience at its new rooftop venue in Fayetteville. ...

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Cape Fear Valley ENT helps patients breathe easier

Posted Mar 20, 2026
Spring has sprung, and pollen fills the air, leading to runny noses, itchy eyes, headaches and a myriad of other symptoms that leave people on the couch with a box of tissues instead of outside in the warm breeze. To help combat these seasonal s
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Mar 10, 2026

Bella Nonna rebrands to Boston Roast Beef & Chowda Company, introduces new menu

Owner and chef Robert Kalish, who grew up in the restaurant business in Boston, is rebranding his Italian food truck as Boston Roast Beef & Chowda Company, a concept built around the flavors and memories of his hometown. ...

Mar 10, 2026

QDOBA Mexican Eats® to open second Fayetteville location on March 11

QDOBA has announced that the company will open its newest location in Fayetteville, N.C. on Mar 11, 2026. ...

Mar 3, 2026

Family-owned ice cream shop opens second location in Dunn

Sprinkles, a family-owned ice cream shop founded in 2023, has opened a second location on Broad Street in downtown Dunn. ...

Mar 3, 2026

Authenticity on the menu: How Legacy Rolls is redefining fast casual dining

Located at 1161 N. Bragg Blvd., Spring Lake, N.C., Legacy Rolls opened in March of 2025. The business is run by a father-son duo and draws on over 150 years of family tradition and history. ...

Feb 24, 2026

Bites and Bliss brings custom grazing experiences to Fayetteville

Founded in March 2025 by best friends Jasmine Ridgway and Angela Williams, Bites & Bliss Graze Bar grew out of their shared love of charcuterie and hosting. ...

Feb 24, 2026

New A La Carte Kiosk brings fresh fare to Robeson Community College campus

The new kiosk provides quick, accessible and nutritious choices for those on the go. Photos pulled from the Macs Grill Facebook pageA new healthy food option is now available for students and staff at Robeson Community College.An A La Carte-style ref ...


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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


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