To Be a Town, or Not To Be a Town? In Gray’s Creek, That Is the Question
A proposal to incorporate the Cumberland County community faces fierce opposition. But residents want a say in managing population growth and development.
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Cumberland County
In Some Parts of N.C., Majority-Black Public Schools Are First on the Chopping Block
Studies have found districts tend to close schools that serve minority students first. The closure of a Bladen County school highlights the impact.
Chemours Settles Forever Chemicals Lawsuit Out of Court
More than 2,600 plaintiffs sued the chemical manufacturer for releasing GenX and other PFAS into the Cape Fear River.
Cumberland County Boosts New Budget to $666.5 Million Without Raising Taxes
Commissioners cut 82 jobs in Department of Social Services and provide raises to county employees while dipping into cash reserves to avoid tax increase.
Fayetteville, Cumberland County Reach Compromise to Merge 911 Centers
They plan to create a board to oversee the new joint 911 call center. Employees will work for the county, which will also oversee daily operations.
Fayetteville
Data Center Opponents Rally Outside Fayetteville City Hall
As the city and county consider how to regulate the facilities, about 20 protesters urged state lawmakers to ban data centers.
Fayetteville City Council Tours Data Centers Without Telling the Public
Up to 6 members of the 10-person council visited facilities as controversy swirls over whether to regulate or ban them. The public was not invited to tag along.
City, County Get 9-Day Extension to Sort Out Merging 911 Systems
If elected officials for Fayetteville and Cumberland County can’t make a deal, state Sen. Tom McInnis plans to pass a law forcing them to merge call centers.
OPINION & COLUMNS
Column: Here Are 6 Books to Read About American History
Columnists Diane Parfitt recommends books by Walter Isaacson, David Hackett Fischer, and more to read as the U.S. celebrates turning 250.
Obituaries
Harvey “Billy” Ratcliffe II
Harvey “Billy” Ratcliffe, II, passed away on Monday, July 6, 2026, at the age of 53. Billy was born on November 10, 1972, in Fayetteville, North Carolina, to Harvey Grey Ratcliffe and Anna Sanders Ratcliffe Griffin. Billy…
LaRita J. ((Asplund)) Parker
There are some people whose lives leave a lasting imprint on everyone they meet. LaRita Parker was one of those rare people. Sadly, LaRita Asplund Parker passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 9, 2026, at the Carolina…
Richard Theodore Harvatin III
Richard Theodore Harvatin III (Richey) left this world far too soon on July 8, 2026, at the age of 33, at UNC Hospital, from serious injuries he sustained in a tragic auto accident. Though his time with us was brief, his…
Erika Teresa ((Kramer)) Shoe
Erika Teresa Shoe, 91, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2026. Born on August 13, 1934, in Vogelsbergkreis, Germany, Erika was proud to hold dual citizenship throughout her life. She was a longtime member of Eureka Baptist…
Donald Ray Strickland
Donald Ray Strickland, 71, passed away peacefully on July 10, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Donald served more than 40 years with Westarea Fire Department. He served in many roles over the years and the fire department…