State of Fort Bragg 2026
America’s Home of the Airborne is not standing still. Leaders of Fort Bragg detailed an ambitious transformation agenda during the annual State of Fort Bragg address, announcing a major gate closure, multi-million dollar infrastructure investments, and new initiatives aimed at modernizing America’s premier installation
Red Devils’ Ellerbe 3rd in long jump at track states
GREENSBORO — Several Red Springs track and field athletes made their presence felt at the NCHSAA 4A state championship in Greensboro Wednesday. T.J. Ellerbe had a strong performance in the boys long jump, placing third with a measurement of 21 feet, nine inches, to give Red Springs an elite performer in that event.
Deadly gunfight erupts after driver shoots into police station, NC sheriff says
A driver killed while exchanging shots with a deputy had allegedly been shooting at the town’s police station minutes earlier, according to investigators in eastern North Carolina. The gunfight happened just before 1 a.m. Tuesday in Elizabethtown, and the driver has been identified as 50-year-old Michael Bynum Horne Jr
Fayetteville buffet restaurant closes; property on market for $2.8M
The longtime Sandpiper Seafood Buffet on North Eastern Boulevard in Fayetteville closed in mid-April, and the property is now on the market for $2.805 million. Commercial real estate listings identify the 3.38-acre property at 411 N. Eastern Blvd. as a redevelopment opportunity. The site includes the former restaurant
Hundreds to lose jobs with major manufacturer expected to close North Carolina plant
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WBTV) - Hundreds of people could be without jobs as a major manufacturer is expected to shut down a North Carolina plant by the end of 2027. Goodyear recently told employees of the planned closure in Fayetteville, local economic leaders said. CBS affiliate WNCN reported that nearly 2,000...
8 New Restaurants Opening Soon Across North Carolina
We've interview dozens of new business owners across North Carolina, and these are the eight we spoke to last week. As always, Business Debut personally interviews each restaurant owner to confirm the facts. Read more below. Alamance County. Fatbackzz Grill. GRAHAM, NC — Fatbackzz Grill is planning to open its...
NCDOT announces detours, bridge closure at Benson Exit 79
NCDOT to close N.C. 50 bridge at Benson’s I-95 Exit 79 for 45 days starting May 28; southbound off-ramp closed until May 21 as crews widen I-95 and build a roundabout.
Cape Fear Valley Health nurse honored with Debbie Marshburn Excellence in Nursing Leadership Award
Cape Fear Valley Health Foundation has recognized Sheri Dahman as the recipient of the Debbie Marshburn Excellence in Nursing Leadership Award, honoring her commitment to patient-centered care, teamwork and nursing excellence. The award was established by the Cape Fear Valley Health Foundation following Marshburn’s ret
Cumberland County Commissioners to hold FY2027 Budget Public Hearing on June 1
The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners will hold a public hearing for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Budget on Monday, June 1, at 9 a.m. and at 7 p.m. in Room 118 of the Judge E. Maurice Braswell Cumberland County Courthouse, located at 117 Dick St., Fayetteville. The hearing is...
Man accused of painting swastikas on building charged with pointing gun at people in...
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) — After being arrested for allegedly spray-painting swastikas on the side of a building last week, the Fayetteville Police Department said they have arrested the same man on charges related to pointing a gun at people and passing cars. In a news release Wednesday afternoon, police...

















