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Jul 30, 2026

Balancing innovation and privacy: Fayetteville Police embrace CJIS-compliant AI to streamline report writing

Photo provided by George ChengThe Fayetteville Police Department has begun using Code Four, an AI-powered report-writing tool, to streamline the process of documenting incidents based on officers’ body-worn camera footage. The goal is not to replace ...

Jun 29, 2026

Brightspeed invests in fiber internet expansion in Robeson County

Fast internet isn’t a luxury; it’s an essential for families trying to work from home, students needing reliable access for schoolwork and small businesses looking to grow. That’s why Brightspeed is investing in Maxton, N.C., and surrounding rural co ...

Jun 4, 2026

NCDMV launches new in-office document upload tool; Customers upload over 6,000 documents in first two weeks

North Carolina drivers no longer have to leave a driver license office or make a return trip when they forget a printed copy of their proof of insurance or residency documents. The N.C. Division of Motor Vehicles (NCDMV) has introduced a new in-offic ...

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Ask the Expert: Integrative Oncology and Survivorship

Posted Aug 2, 2026
Chasse Bailey-Dorton, M.D., leads the Integrative Oncology and Survivorship Program at the FirstHealth Cancer Center.  As an integrative oncologist, she helps patients manage the physical and emotional challenges of cancer treatment.  
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Dec 18, 2025

XVIII Airborne Corps concludes exercise Scarlet Dragon, advancing joint force capabilities with AI and new technology

An AH-64 Apache helicopter provides aerial overwatch during Scarlet Dragon 26-1 at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Dec. 9, 2025. The exercise tests how aviation platforms integrate with ground-based air defense systems to create a shared air picture and ...

Nov 19, 2025

Innovation and industry converge at FSU’s second annual Fintech & Insurtech Conference

Teena Piccione, secretary and state chief information officer of the North Carolina Department of Information Technology, delivers a keynote address during Fayetteville State University’s Fintech and Insurtech Conference on Oct. 30. Piccione spoke on ...

Nov 17, 2025

NCDIT launches Digital Skills Standards to empower North Carolinians with essential digital competencies

The N.C. Department of Information Technology’s (NCDIT) Division of Broadband and Digital Opportunity has announced the publication of the North Carolina Digital Skills Standards, a new framework designed to equip every North Carolinian with the digi ...

Oct 16, 2025

Fly hard: FCEDC’s drone competition brings together pilots, vendors and more from around the country

 The Fayetteville Cumberland Economic Development Corporation brought international attention to the region with the successful launch of their inaugural drone competition which took place on Oct. 8-9. The event combined military, academic ...

Oct 1, 2025

Game of drones: FCEDC’s upcoming drone competition pits the best against the best in military and regional technology

The Fayetteville Cumberland Economic Development Corporation (FCEDC) is preparing to host its first drone competition taking place on Oct. 8-9 at The Range Complex in Cumberland County. There’s an open call out for drone enthusiasts across the c ...

Sep 26, 2025

Future technology now: The 2025 Federal Technology Symposium returned to FTCC to connect and provide solutions to military buyers

TCOM staff (pictured) partnered with Richard Childress Racing’s VP of Outside Services Mike Brown to demonstrate their Falcon Medium Tethered UAS drone launching from a 6X6 Mothership vehicle. Photo by GFBJ.On Wednesday, Sept. 10, government contract ...


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A bank for small businesses: KS Bank opens Lillington branch, discusses expansion into Roseboro

KS Bank celebrated the grand opening of the Lillington branch on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 10 a.m. The branch is located at 709 W. Front St., Lillington. Photo by KS BankKS Bank is expanding its community-focused brand of banking to Lillington, and it doe


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.