Outstanding student spotlight: Meet five of Cumberland County’s brightest students

Sometimes, the cliche most accurately paints the picture. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary definition of outstanding is “marked by eminence and distinction.” It also means “standing …

Supporting families with newborns: Family Connects North Carolina offers assistance that changes lives, nurturing new beginnings

For Salena Williams of Eastover, welcoming the birth of her new baby girl on Sept. 6, 2022, after a difficult pregnancy was both happy and heartbreaking. Her husband had recently died after an …

Finding child care for military kids

Fort Liberty Army spouse Holly Crenshaw’s search for child care began weeks before accepting an offer of employment. She got her two children on waitlists and patched together temporary …

City of Dogwoods: Fayetteville Dogwood Festival blooms again for its 42nd annual spring celebration

The Fayetteville Dogwood Festival will celebrate spring in historic downtown Fayetteville with arts-and-craft vendors, amusement park rides, live performances by dancers, aerialists and others, and …

Flower Crown Workshop

A fun and creative evening was hosted by Matriarch Florals, inviting attendees to create floral crowns on Wednesday, Feb. 14, at the Dirtbag Ales Brewery & Taproom.

Mandy Miller poses for a photo showcasing her floral crown during a workshop hosted by Matriarch Florals on Feb. 14 at Dirtbag Ales Brewery & Taproom. Attendees were guided through the process and provided tips to make divine floral crowns.

Jacquelyn Llano and Ashley Velez enjoy a floral crafts workshop hosted by Matriarch Florals on Feb. 14 at Dirtbag Ales Brewery & Taproom. The beginner-friendly event fostered a warm atmosphere, allowing flower enthusiasts to enjoy the craft beer while unleashing their creativity.

Jackie Thornton and Cassie Jackson showcase their floral crafts during a workshop hosted by Matriarch Florals on Feb. 14 at Dirtbag Ales Brewery & Taproom. Attendees were guided through the process and provided tips to make divine floral crowns.

Emily Wester and Jordan Summers pose for photo after learning the art of crafting beautiful flower crowns during the workshop hosted by Matriarch Florals on Feb. 14 at Dirtbag Ales Brewery & Taproom. The beginner-friendly event fostered a warm atmosphere, allowing flower enthusiasts to enjoy the …

Cassie Jackson create floral crafts during a workshop hosted by Matriarch Florals on Feb. 14 at Dirtbag Ales Brewery & Taproom. Attendees were guided through the process and provided tips to make divine floral crowns.

A fun and creative evening was hosted by Matriarch Florals, inviting attendees to create floral crowns on Feb. 14 at the Dirtbag Ales Brewery & Taproom.

Traci Rhinebarger, Karina Heizer, and Tiffani Koczenasz enjoy a floral crafts workshop hosted by Matriarch Florals on Feb. 14 at Dirtbag Ales Brewery & Taproom. The beginner-friendly event fostered a warm atmosphere, allowing flower enthusiasts to enjoy the craft beer while unleashing their …