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Oct 30, 2025

Third Time’s the Charm: Ichi kaku 一角 Japanese restaurant’s annual ramen eating contest returns for third year

Returning for its third year, this year’s contest will be held on Sunday, Nov. 23, at 2 p.m. Five contestants will need to eat five pounds of ramen noodles, toppings and soup and finish first to take home the trophy and title of victor. ...

Oct 28, 2025

A pop of color: Sprinkle Me Pink food truck brings a touch of sweetness to the streets of Fayetteville

On a journey to spread a little sweetness, entrepreneur and chef Jane Smith has spent the last few years perfecting the art of sweets on the go. ...

Oct 28, 2025

Kiki’s Cocina Food Truck brings new flavors to Fayetteville

Kiki’s Cocina Food Truck is now up and running in Fayetteville, N.C. Owned by Angelica Carrillo and her husband Timothy Fowler, the truck serves up flavors inspired by Carrillo’s home state of California. ...

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Contracting for the Final Frontier: How North Carolina Companies Can Capture New Opportunities with the US Space Force

Posted Oct 28, 2025
A New Frontier in Defense ContractingFrom resilient satellite communications to real-time space domain awareness, the United States Space Force (USSF) is reshaping how America secures and sustains its presence in orbit. As the newest branch of the Un
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Oct 28, 2025

Broad Street Deli & Market: Two decades of fresh flavors and community spirit

Located in the heart of downtown Dunn, Broad Street Deli has become a staple for locals and visitors alike. Opened in 2005, the owners had a goal of providing residents with a local spot serving fresh, quality food. ...

Oct 21, 2025

Batter up! New Korean style corn dog restaurant now open in Cross Creek Mall

A new food stand has opened in Cross Creek Mall, bringing a popular Korean street food right to the heart of Fayetteville. Corndogs by Mr. Cow is the latest addition to the Cross Creek food court, and opened last week to begin serving specialized Korean corn dogs. ...

Oct 14, 2025

Delish Market & Creamery opens in former New Deli space

Delish Market & Creamery opened on Oct. 6, and the community is already buzzing about the new concept. Owned by business partners Chet Steen and Tommie Purser, Delish Market & Creamery is located in the space formerly home to New Deli. ...

Oct 14, 2025

Army launching campus-style dining concept to enhance soldier experience

Culinary Industry Day.   Nutritional food samples were prepared as part of the teaching kitchen activity at Culinary Industry Day, April 25 at Fort Bragg.  Photo by Stefan Alford, U.S. Army Materiel CommandOn college campuses, students have ...

Oct 7, 2025

From home kitchen to local markets: The story of Asalia Powalie’s micro bakery

Asalia's Sourdough Bakery manages orders on a weekly basis. Customers can place orders on Monday and pick up their bread on Saturdays, either from her home or at local farmers markets. ...

Oct 7, 2025

Board in the best way: Graze Craze franchise opens first location in Fayetteville

Fayetteville, N.C. will soon have a new catering option for parties, corporate events, holidays and more. The Graze Craze franchise, known for offering charcuterie tables, boxes and catering, is opening its first location in Fayetteville at 4011 Sycamore Dairy Road, Ste. 108. ...


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Mission accomplished: Womack Army Medical Center's 2025 Nurse Summer Training Program sees successful results

All smiles on graduation day! (From left to right: Back row: Col. Donald Kimbler, Cadet John Lopes, Cadet Priscilla Wright, Cadet Jakob Feaster, Maj. Cameron Player, Col. Guy St. Louis; Middle row: Capt. Carmen Williams, Cadet Nyah Marzan, Cadet Madi


Bringing care closer: Cape Fear Valley Health Expands adolescent behavioral health services with new Lillington facility

CFVH celebrated the groundbreaking for their new adolescent inpatient psychiatric unit in Lillington on Jan. 31. The facility is estimated to be completed by December of this year and is located on the campus of Central Harnett Hospital at 215 Bright


Celebrating 75 years of service: Honoring Sampson Regional Medical Center's rich legacy

 The 75th Anniversary Celebration featured remarks from hospital and community leaders, as well as historical displays showcasing the hospital’s journey. Photos by GFBJ.On Friday, Oct. 10, Sampson Regional Medical Center celebrated 75 years of s