Restaurants

Sep 1, 2026

Fort Bragg to modernize with upcoming campus-style dining venue

The CSDV concept replaces standard military dining facilities with modernized, food-court-style venues featuring varied culinary stations, expanded operational hours and a focus on performance nutrition. ...

Aug 25, 2026

Duck Donuts announces closure of final Fayetteville location

Fans of Duck Donuts will now have to travel out of Fayetteville to get their fix. The brand, known for its made-to-order donuts featuring “a duckzillion donut combinations,” announced on its Facebook page on Thursday, Aug. 13 that the Skibo Road location would be permanently closing its doors. ...

Aug 25, 2026

The legacy of a longstanding family-owned restaurant in Southern Pines

Located at 672 SW Broad St., Southern Pines, N.C., the restaurant first opened in 1990. Faircloth took over ownership of Beefeaters Southern Pines in 2022. ...

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Workforce Pipelines for a Growing Economy

Posted Aug 2, 2026
The North Carolina General Assembly's adoption of the new Propel NC funding model represents one of the most significant investments in workforce-focused education in recent years. Propel NC directs greater state support to community college programs
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Aug 11, 2026

Behind the food truck scene: Local commissary strengthens mobile food community

It was a chance to meet, greet and eat for local food truck owners as the community's newest commissary kitchen opened its doors to welcome them in. ...

Aug 11, 2026

How a three-legged dog became the face of a Fayetteville coffee trailer

Lexi Weldon opened her mobile coffee trailer in October 2025 and quickly became a hit among community members. Three Legged Dog Coffee’s signature summer drinks are the peach blondie and the cinnamon roll latte. Come fall, the menu will feature a pumpkin brulee latte. ...

Aug 11, 2026

A red-hot industry: A local restauranteur’s take on the quick serve restaurant trend and the hot chicken craze

Wing Company was founded in 2011 in Fayetteville, N.C. by Mark Bhatti. As trends in the restaurant industry shifted, Bhatti expanded his initial concept of Wing Company Sports Bar & Grill to include a new fast-casual version of the brand, Wing Co. Express. ...

Aug 4, 2026

Thirsty Gamers Cafe hosts soft opening

Thirsty Gamers Cafe is celebrating its soft opening today, Aug. 4, from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. The new business, introduced by the owners of The Sweet Palette and located in the adjoining unit, will welcome customers for the first time with a limited drink menu and pastries available. ...

Aug 4, 2026

Dab’s Soul Food Cafe serves food cooked with love

Dab's specializes in soul food, including fried chicken wings, fried pork chops, smothered chicken wings, smothered pork chops, smoked turkey, fried catfish, gumbo, shrimp and grits, collard greens, yams, pasta salad and banana pudding for dessert. ...

Jul 21, 2026

Biscuit Belly brings craft-casual brunch restaurant to Fayetteville in August

Biscuit Belly, the Kentucky-born “craft casual” brunch spot known for its gourmet, scratch-made biscuits and Southern-inspired flavors, will open its doors to the All-American City on Tuesday, Aug. 4. ...


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Fulfilling community needs: Fayetteville dynamic duo built three businesses on a passion for food and community

After workshopping the idea for a new restaurant concept with a few regular customers, Brian and Staci decided to take a chance on Napkins, their first business and Brian’s first experience owning a restaurant.


226 The Warehouse: A space designed for every occasion

The venue features two levels, two fully stocked bars, audio-video systems including projectors, and lighting solutions, an in-house culinary team, lounge space, a bistro section and private rooms, a state-of-the-art DJ booth and on-site staff to hel


Catering from the heart: Family-owned Two Brothers Catering keeps community hearts and stomachs full

Brad and Kelley McLawhorn became business partners in 2001 when they first opened a restaurant on Reilly Road. Now, their highly praised catering company continues to impress community members with flexibility, quality and personalized service. Photo