Fayetteville NC

BENSON — The Benson Fire Department held its annual Christmas Party Dec. 2, bringing together firefighters, town administration, elected officials, firefighters from neighboring districts and families for an evening of fellowship and recognition. The event also served as a time to reflect on the department’s calls,...

The Benson Area Chamber of Commerce has cancelled the 26th annual Christmas on Main event. The event was scheduled for tomorrow in Benson, North Carolina. The decision follows forecasts of severe winter weather in the area. Organizers cited safety concerns for participants and attendees.

BENSON, N.C. — A Benson man was arrested after authorities say he robbed his own mother during a domestic altercation. Otis Jikeam Giles Jr., 36, of Marler Road, was taken into custody Nov. 21 by the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office. He faces charges of felony common law robbery and misdemeanor interfering with...

A Fayetteville man allegedly told a neighbor, “I just killed my grandparents,” after attacking the elderly couple in 2024 — an assault that court records say ultimately killed his grandfather. According to the charging document, William Elliott and his wife, Yvonne, both 79, had just returned to their Edgecomb Drive...

BUIES CREEK – Program records fell left and right in Campbell's 149-62 win over Virgina Lynchburg Sunday afternoon. Chris Fields Jr. led the way with the first triple-double in program history with 23 points, 22 rebounds and 11 assists. Campbell's 149 points were good for a program record, as...

Habit Burger & Grill will open its second Fayetteville-area restaurant at 2818 Town Center Drive near Jack Britt on Wednesday, Dec. 10. The California-based chain announced this on Dec. 3. This marks the second spot for the burger chain around Fayetteville. The first opened on Oct. 16, 2019, at 2050...

Two children were among those injured, authorities say.

Fayetteville, North Carolina stands as living proof that you don’t need champagne tastes or a caviar budget to enjoy the sweet life in the Tar Heel State. While Asheville gets the hipster glory and the Outer Banks snag all the vacation envy, this historic military town has quietly perfected the art of delivering...

North Carolina residents can breathe a little easier knowing that in the face of potential natural disasters, the N.C. Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is well-prepared with established emergency ferry routes. According to a recent update from NCDOT, the ferry route between Stumpy Point and Rodanthe is a critical...

LAURINBURG, N.C. (WBTW) — A 20-year-old Hope Mills man is in critical condition following a Saturday night shooting at a Burger King. Laurinburg Assistant Police Chief Chris Young said officers were called to the area where the man was found and transported to Scotland Memorial Hospital. Police said the investigation...