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PWC to discuss new electric, water and sewer charges on Wednesday

Customers of the Fayetteville Public Works Commission may soon face new rates.

The Spring Lake Board of Aldermen discussed residential organic waste management, approved a Caribbean American festival and moved forward with adding a human resources position, among other items, …

Issues of mental health, public safety and homelessness continue to be a major focus for Fayetteville residents voicing concerns to the city council, with several speakers chiming in on the subjects …

At the corner of Rowan Street and Bragg Boulevard, a multifaceted “international” farmers market — complete with indoor and outdoor amenities and a wide array of vendors — …

East Regional Library celebrates 25 years of operation with anniversary party

Cumberland County Public Library’s East Regional branch (ERL) celebrates its 25th anniversary today.

The Cumberland County Board of Education will host its February meeting on Tuesday, with members set to discuss topics like the board’s legislative agenda and potential policy changes. 

By the end of March, all 86 public schools in Cumberland County are on track to have threat assessment teams, a requirement set by the N.C. General Assembly last year, school officials said Thursday. 

Fayetteville Sports Club picks March 8 for 2024 Hall of Fame ceremony

The Fayetteville Sports Club has set the date and time for this year’s Hall of Fame induction ceremony.

Organizer hopes to bring a new festival to Spring Lake

At the Spring Lake Board of Aldermen meeting Monday, aldermen will hear presentations about a Caribbean American festival and community development program updates.

Public comment period, earlier start time at Monday council meeting

Monday marks the first time the Fayetteville City Council will meet at 6:30 p.m. for its regular meetings since the council moved up the meeting times from 7 p.m. starting this month. The new meeting …

As more than a thousand students and employers gathered Friday for Cumberland County Schools’ annual career fair, Chip Lucas and Taneka Williams had more than one reason to smile. 

Cumberland Community Foundation on GivingTuesday highlights, college scholarship deadline

In the words of its President and CEO Mary Holmes, the Cumberland Community Foundation wants to help make life better for Cumberland residents. 

Democrats and Republicans open offices in Cumberland County

The Cumberland County Republican Party and Cumberland County Democratic Party have opened campaign offices in Fayetteville for the 2024 election cycle.

Report: Pilot error likely cause of plane crash that killed Hunter Parks

The pilot in a private plane crash two years ago that killed Fayetteville native Douglas Hunter Parks was likely distracted and disoriented when he lost control of the aircraft, the National …

In a decision Thursday, the North Carolina Business Court ruled that if the court finds “old” DuPont liable for PFAS contamination in North Carolina, then subsidaries could also be liable for damages. The spinoff companies, in addition to Chemours, include New DuPont and Corteva.

Bittersweet tears marked the end of the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners’ agenda session Thursday afternoon as staff celebrated Finance Director Vicki Evans, who is retiring from the county after almost a decade of service.

Over the last 60 years, Morgan Fairchild has been a familiar face in afternoon soap operas like “Search for Tomorrow” and primetime dramas including “Dallas” and “Flamingo Road,” as well as guest starring in many television series. 

Cumberland County Commissioners Vice Chair Toni Stewart, who is running for reelection, missed the deadline to file her year-end campaign finance report with the Board of Elections, the county …

How to grow local roots as you work remotely at Fort Liberty

Remote work has opened up new opportunities for military-affiliated workers, as many remote jobs can travel state to state. As you build a life here in the Fort Liberty area, here are some ways to …

The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners will gather Thursday for its first agenda session of the month, with discussions slated to include a possible opioid use recovery center off Raeford Road.

At its Monday work session, the Fayetteville City Council approved plans for multiple projects that aim to enhance existing public spaces across the city.  The approved projects include a …

Fayetteville police officers shot the suspect of an armed robbery on Ramsey Street on Tuesday,  the Fayetteville Police Department announced in a statement Tuesday afternoon. 

Ask Commissioner Glenn Adams, and he’ll tell you he sees people vaping from his downtown Fayetteville office every day. 

Kevin Golphin barred from parole for 1997 murders of deputy and state trooper

Kevin Salvador Golphin will remain in prison for the rest of his life with no chance for parole, the N.C. Court of Appeals ruled on Tuesday , for the murders in September 1997 of a Cumberland County …

Hope Mills board discusses individual budget priorities

Hope Mills commissioners held a special meeting Monday night before their regularly scheduled board meeting to discuss budget priorities. Each commissioner outlined their priorities for the upcoming …

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