Meet Richard Ojeda, the Vet Who Beat ‘Fort Bragg’s Congressman’ Richard Hudson
The underdog was part of a blue wave of Democratic victories that stunned the Republican Party in North Carolina and beyond.
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Cumberland County
School Board Picks Firm to Design, Build New E.E. Smith High School
Board members interviewed four of the 10 firms who want the $150 million project, ranking a team of Raleigh and California firms as its top choice.
Nearly 3 Years After Groundbreaking, County Homeless Center Faces More Delays
Cumberland County is looking for five sites for the Unhoused Support Center after opposition to locating it on Hawley Lane near downtown Fayetteville.
Cumberland County Considers What To Do With 3 Closed School Campuses
Cumberland County commissioners have approved accepting three former school properties for $3 total and forming a planning team to recommend what happens to them next.
Why Johnathaun Lee Is Running for Cumberland County Board of Education
Johnathaun Lee is making another bid for the Cumberland County Board of Education, this time seeking one of three at-large seats after an unsuccessful run for the District 2 seat in 2024.
‘We Need Change’: Cumberland Early Voting Starts With Lines of Excited Voters
The first day of in-person early voting experienced a big increase over four years ago. Seven sites in the county host early voting through October 31.
Fayetteville
Fayetteville’s Indie Coffee Culture Is a Vibe
Spilling the beans on Fayetteville’s rapidly brewed beverage landscape, from downtown spots capturing the style of their owners, to games, spectacular scenery, and even cats.
Fayetteville May Get a Data Center Moratorium After All
City Council votes to schedule a public hearing for a data center moratorium while it also continues to refine a proposed ordinance to regulate the massive facilities.
Column: Fayetteville City Manager Stepping Aside After 10 Years
Bill Kirby Jr.’s notes from the week, including the school board rejecting renaming a building, remembering Minda Fleishman’s love for children, and the Child Advocacy Center’s fall gala.
OPINION & COLUMNS
Column: Vascular Surgeon Appointed Vice Dean for School of Medicine
Bill Kirby Jr.’s notes from the week, including a grant for 18 new firefighters, a new leader for the Cumberland County Council on Older Adults, and a new Miss Fayetteville.
Obituaries
Mr. Justin Kerry Williams
Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory…announces this earthly transition of Justin Kerry Williams, of Raeford, NC, who departed this life on Friday, October 30, 2026, at the age of 21. We extend our deepest condolences to the family…
CW5 Fred Norman (Ret)
Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory…announces this earthly transition of CW5 Fred Norman (Ret), of Fayetteville, NC, who departed this life on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at the age of 91. We extend our deepest condolences to the…
William Sam Peppers
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Mr. William “Sam” Peppers on November 4, 2026. No words can take away the pain of losing someone dear. In the days ahead, The Peppers family and loved ones…
Mr. Larry Maurice Pressley
Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory…announces this earthly transition of Larry Maurice Pressley, of Fayetteville, NC, who departed this life on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at the age of 66. We extend our deepest condolences to the family…
Mr. Zachary Washington
Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory…announces this earthly transition of Zachary Washington, of Palestine, TX, who departed this life on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at the age of 66. We extend our deepest condolences to the family and…