Column: State Puts Hope Mills on Watchlist Over Its Finances
The heightened oversight is the latest step after state audit said town drained reserves, skirted budget ordinances, and approved raises without required documentation.
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Cumberland County
Why Veronica Jones Is Running for Cumberland County Board of Commissioners
The first-term incumbent focuses on public safety, education, and responsible growth and infrastructure.
Why Greg West Is Running for Cumberland County Board of Commissioners
The 24-year school board member says he will prioritize education, infrastructure, and economic development if he moves to the county commission.
Why Ron Ross Is Running for Cumberland County Board of Commissioners
The Gray’s Creek community activist is focused on fiscal responsibility, stronger communities, and smart growth.
Cumberland County Proposes Tight Restrictions for Data Centers
The ordinance would regulate the location and visibility of data centers, how much noise they make, proximity to neighbors, water use, and other aspects of the facilities.
Cumberland County Closes Crown Arena, Theatre Over Structural Flaws
The project manager said large portions need to be demolished, likely ballooning the $80 million to $100 million cost of a planned renovation.
Fayetteville
UPDATE: Decision on City’s Final $500,000 to Cape Fear Regional Theatre Delayed
The city’s final installment of a $2.5 million funding pledge would help push the theater’s $25 million expansion project across the finish line.
State Grant Seals Deal for SteelFab to Add 42 Jobs in Fayetteville
With a $22 million expansion, the former Hercules Steel plant on Country Club Drive will add 129,000 square feet and have about 130 workers.
Fayetteville City Council Hits Pause on New Parking Contract
Councilmembers pushed for answers to questions about downtown parking as they consider replacing city’s parking vendor in a new $678,000 contract.
OPINION & COLUMNS
Column: International Folk Festival Becomes Fayetteville Staple
The festival opens Friday at 6 p.m. and runs 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday in downtown Fayetteville. More than 30,000 people are expected to attend.
Obituaries
Mrs. Elsa Martinez
Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory…announces this earthly transition of Elsa Martinez, of Fayetteville, NC, who departed this life on Friday, September 25, 2026, at the age of 69. We extend our deepest condolences to the family and…
SFC Stanley Burns (Ret)
Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory…announces this earthly transition of SFC Stanley Burns (Ret), of Fayetteville, NC, who departed this life on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at the age of 80. We extend our deepest condolences to the…
CPT Eric DuVaul Bell
Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory…announces this earthly transition of CPT Eric DuVaul Bell, of Fayetteville, NC, who departed this life on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at the age of 68. We extend our deepest condolences to the…
David Wayne Robinson, Sr.
October 21, 1945 ~ September 21, 2026 (age 80)CityView Team Member David Robinson, Sr. Obituary Wayne Robinson, 80, passed away on September 21, 2026. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Melva Robinson; three…
Mr. Fairley Jones Jr.
Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory…announces this earthly transition of Fairley Jones Jr., of Fayetteville, NC, who departed this life on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at the age of 76. We extend our deepest condolences to the family…