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Aug 27, 2025

Super sneak peek: Hope Mills community experiences a taste of Wawa at the brand’s first travel center

It was a busy day before the grand opening of the new Wawa Travel Center as VIP customers, local officials, community partners and media outlets got a behind-the-scenes look at the new facility at their Taste of Wawa event. The new location for ...

Aug 26, 2025

Wawa invites community to grand opening for NC’s first-ever Travel Center on Aug. 28

Wawa’s grand opening festivities will include free t-shirts for the first 250 customers, free any size hot coffee, a ceremonial “Honk” by mascot Wally Goose with some of the nation’s most popular big rig truckers and a ribbon cutting. ...

Aug 26, 2025

Twin Peaks expands in North Carolina with Fayetteville opening; Now hiring to fill 100 positions

The 8,200-square-foot sports lodge, located at 1891 Skibo Road just steps from the entrance of Cross Creek Mall, will be the second Twin Peaks in North Carolina and the 115th location brand-wide. ...

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From Press to Possibilities: Systel’s New Online Print Storefront

Posted Aug 31, 2025
We're excited to introduce a faster, smarter way to handle your print projects with the launch of Systel's Online Printing Services Storefront. Designed for convenience and flexibility, our new storefront puts you in control—anytime, anywhere.ORDER O
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Aug 8, 2025

Wawa continues NC expansion with grand opening of first store in Fayetteville; Announces opening date for first ever Wawa Travel Center

On Aug. 8 Wawa celebrated the grand opening of its first store in Cumberland County located at 3613 Raeford Road in Fayetteville. In addition to celebrating the Fayetteville store, Wawa also announced that the first ever Wawa Travel Center will open in Hope Mills on Aug. 28. ...

Aug 5, 2025

R & R Brewing in Clinton is now open for business

The long-awaited taproom and restaurant located at 104 Fayetteville St. in downtown Clinton has been two years in the making for the Mount Olive originated brewery. ...

Jul 11, 2025

Welcome to the Ville: The team behind Fayetteville’s Uptown’s Chicken and Waffles launches new sister restaurant focusing on wings, drinks and more

Uptown’s Owner, Chef Judy Cage (left) and Co-Founder Rashawn Moore (right) were honored with a Certificate of Appreciation, city coin and official welcome to the Murchison Road Corridor by City Councilman DJ Haire. Photo by GFBJ.Long time fans of Upt ...

Jul 8, 2025

New bites in town: new restaurants opening this week

The greater Fayetteville area can get ready to try some exciting new additions to the restaurant scene this week. From diners to breweries, there’s something for everyone. ...

Jul 8, 2025

New food truck hot spot brings fresh eats to Ramsey Street

North View Lanes, a family-owned and operated bowling center located on Ramsey Street, is serving up more than just strikes this summer. In a bid to bring new dining options to the neighborhood and support local entrepreneurs, the bowling alley has begun hosting food trucks every Friday and Saturday. ...

Jul 3, 2025

Ms. Ruthie’s Doing It Bakery Boutique and Tea Shop celebrates grand opening in Hope Mills

On July 3, Ms. Ruthie’s Doing It Bakery Boutique and Tea Shop celebrated opening its new brick and mortar shop located at 5474 Trade St. with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The event marked not just the launch of a new enterprise, but a heartfelt celebration of legacy and faith. ...


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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