Veteran-owned transportation service celebrates two years in business; outlines plans for continued growth
Shuttle Buddy, a Fayetteville-based transportation company dedicated to connecting the community with reliable transportation services, just marked two years in business. “As a Veteran and former Army aviator, building Shuttle Buddy has been about more than starting a business; it’s been about creating jobs, solving tr
Roundabout proposed for crash-prone Fayetteville intersection
A roundabout could be built at the intersection of Good Middling Drive and Two Bale Lane in Fayetteville in response to nearly 80 crashes that occurred there over the past five years. The intersection in West Fayetteville was identified as an area of concern by the North Carolina Department of Transportation's 2026 Hig
Two new transitoptions open tolocal residents
Sampson County Public Transportation is expanding its options for residents and students with the launch of two new fare-free services designed to improve access to education, healthcare, employment, and government services. The new services, the SCC Campus Connector and the Sampson Connector, reflect the county’s ongo
1 hospitalized after six-car crash on I-95 in Dunn
A six-car crash snarled Interstate 95 traffic on Wednesday morning in Harnett County.
YMCA of the Sandhills names new executive director for Fayetteville Branch
The YMCA of the Sandhills welcomed Keith Miller, D.Min., M.Div. (DeLano K. Miller) as its new executive director of the Fayetteville Branch on July 1. Miller brings more than 20 years of progressive leadership experience in nonprofit and community-based organizations to the role. Most recently, Miller served as executi
Home Instead in the Sandhills celebrates 20 years of caring for Sandhills area families
Home Instead Fayetteville is proudly celebrating 20 years of serving older adults and their families throughout Cumberland County, marking two decades of helping seniors remain safe, comfortable and independent in the place they call home. The story of Home Instead Fayetteville began with a personal experience. In 2006
New Ukrainian drone company to bring jobs to Cumberland County
Officials say the move will spark a new wave of defense innovation and high-tech job growth in the Sandhills region.
What You Can Do About the Heat
JULY 29, 2026 – If you’re thinking about heading to the beach this weekend, think again… and then go!. As a military treatment facility, Womack Army Medical Center sees many heat related injuries, particularly during the summer months. Heat problems happen when your body gets too hot and is unable to cool itself down.
Proposed social district gets green light
The Southern Pines Town Council approved a motion to establish a Red’s Corner social district. Approval was given at the council’s July 28 business session. The social district will include the Red’s Corner and Paddock Bar area. Among relevant regulations for the district are the use of...
Reverend Roy Retires After 22 Years
HARNETT COUNTY, N.C. – Pastor Roy Johnson has walked the halls of Betsy Johnson Hospital for 22 years tending to the needs of anyone and almost everyone who stepped onto his path. Patients, families, hospital staff and contractors all know him. He’s Reverend Roy. And for 22 years...

















