Restaurants

Mar 17, 2026

From brewery to community hub: The evolution of Heckler Brewing Company

Heckler Brewing Company, located at 5780 Ramsey St #102 in Fayetteville, has evolved over the past five years from a small-batch brewery into a full-service restaurant with a growing reputation for both quality beer and thoughtfully crafted food. ...

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. ...

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Where Warfighter Needs Meet Textile Innovation: Why FEDTEX 2026 Matters

Posted Mar 4, 2026
North Carolina’s textile industry plays a critical role in national security - producing combat uniforms, protective gear, parachutes, tents, medical PPE, and advanced wearable technologies that equip and protect America’s warfighters. As global inst
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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 ...

Feb 17, 2026

Sweet news, Southern Pines: Peach Cobbler Factory opens new location on Feb. 21

The Peach Cobbler Factory, a rapidly growing franchise known for its fruit cobblers, banana pudding, cobbler shakes and other desserts, will open its 15th North Carolina location at noon on Saturday, Feb. 21. ...

Feb 10, 2026

Twin Peaks opens new lodge in Fayetteville, North Carolina

Twin Peaks Fayetteville will celebrate its opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10:30 a.m. today, Feb. 10, in partnership with the Greater Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce. ...

Feb 10, 2026

Spears Restaurant reopens on Fort Bragg

The newly reopened Spears Restaurant Bistro and Kiosk brings a modern, flexible dining experience to Fort Bragg, designed to fuel today’s Warfighters. ...


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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

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