Wrapping up renovations: Cape Fear Regional Theatre prepares to occupy newly renovated space this...
As the Cape Fear Regional Theatre (CFRT) opens their newest show, “Bright Star,” they are also wrapping up Act 2 of their major renovation of their building. “Bright Star” and “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” are expected to be the last shows in their temporary space on Owen Drive.
A call for food goes out
Backpack Buddies has lost its supplier in the Lakewood District, and is in danger of running out of food, according to Lakewood High Backpack Buddies Coordinator Heather Tew. And she is hoping those within the community might lend a hand. For more information or to get involved with Backpack Buddies...
Fayetteville State University Reports Growth in Students Over 25, Expands Online Options
Fayetteville State University has watched adult learners flood back to campus. Students over 25 are signing up for degree programs in record numbers. According to the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal, the institution now runs 15 online degree completion programs alongside support services built for those juggling
Notice letter: PFAS pollution from Chemours facility violates consent order
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) - Two environmental groups have sent a warning letter to Chemours, alleging the company is violating a 2019 consent order meant to prevent further PFAS impacts to the Cape Fear region. Cape Fear River Watch and the Southern Environmental Law Center sent the letter Wednesday. It alleges...
From Southern Maryland To A Growing Cannabis Movement: Stevieontay Burnz And The Experience Dispensary
HOLLYWOOD, Md. — Southern Maryland entrepreneur, cannabis advocate and independent artist Stevieontay Burnz is continuing to expand The Southern Maryland Experience (The Experience Dispensary) while speaking publicly about the challenges small and independent cannabis businesses have faced as legalization and regulatio
NCDEQ seeking public feedback on flood plans for Cape Fear and White Oak river...
State environmental officials are seeking public feedback on two draft flood resilience plans targeting the Cape Fear and White Oak river basins.
Environmental groups allege Chemours hasn’t met PFAS limits agreement
Environmental watchdog Cape Fear River Watch is claiming that chemical manufacturer Chemours has failed to clean up forever chemical pollution in groundwater around its Bladen County plant and to control the substances in air emissions coming from the facility. There are key pollution limits written into a consent orde
Discount retailer adding 2 more Fayetteville locations
Nine years after Fayetteville’s first Five Below opened in the $85 million Freedom Town Center , the discount store chain is opening two more locations in the city. One Five Below location will be at 425 Cross Creek Mall, in a space between JCPenney and Main Event. The other is in the Northgate Shopping Center at 3837
Things To Do in Fayetteville This Weekend: September 25-September 27
The Fayetteville events this weekend mix cultural celebration with community tradition. The International Folk Festival marks 48 years of unity through food, music, and performance, while the North Carolina Home Expo brings renovation ideas and vendor deals to the Crown Complex. Downtown Fayetteville also pays tribute
Southern Pines Fire Department prepares for commercial flights
The Town of Southern Pines will provide aircraft rescue and firefighting coverage for commercial flights at Moore County Airport under an agreement unanimously approved by the Southern Pines Town Council on Tuesday. Commercial passenger service between Moore County Airport and Dulles International Airport is expected t
