Fayetteville NC

Two intersections in Sampson County will be converted into all-way stops Thursday, April 16, the NC Department of Transportation announced Monday afternoon. The new stop signs and pavement markings will be installed at the following locations near Salemburg:. • NC 242 at the intersection of Minnie Hall Road and Zoar...

Looking for something useful without spending a dime? Fayetteville neighbors are giving away all kinds of free items this week — from furniture to clothing and even a pet pig!

Fayetteville City council has unanimously approved a $13.6-million construction contract for the McArthur Road Sports Field Complex, after questioning whether selected contractor Group III had direct experience building sports complexes and ballfields. Mayor Mitch Colvin was one of several councillors asking for clarification about the contractor’s experience building sports complexes....

Benson’s Chiquita Wilson has been elected to Phi Kappa Phi at Campbell University, a selective all-discipline honor society recognizing top academic performers.

Cumberland County’s manufacturing scene is buzzing this month, with solid openings for both hands-on workers and experienced managers. Whether you’re looking for steady hours or a leadership role, there’s something here worth checking out.

Robb Leandro is disappointed. Robb was a Hoke County eighth grader when a major lawsuit regarding public education was filed with his name as the lead plaintiff. The original 1994 case challenged North Carolina’s school funding formula on behalf of young Robb and students in 5 low-wealth counties, including Cumberland, Hoke, Vance, Halifax, and Robeson. At issue was—and is—whether North Carolina...

Looking for something free around Southern Pines? Here are a few great finds from your neighbors — from beauty products to electronics and even free lessons!. A brand-new Ariana Grande perfume set is being given away for free. Perfect for anyone who loves a fresh scent or wants to try a new fragrance. Pickup is in Southern Pines.

Benson man held without bond after police charge him with trafficking 4–14 grams of fentanyl, according to a magistrate’s order.

A long-time elections watchdog wants the chair of the Cumberland County Board of Elections kicked off the board, asserting in complaints to the State Board of Elections that she has a conflict of interest, did not report an allegedly illegal donation, and performs her job poorly. He further alleged in...

The City of Washington has a new hand at the helm, but the appointment isn’t without controversy. On Monday, Jonathan Rorie stepped into his role as the new City Manager, bringing nearly four decades of experience from previous stops in South Carolina, Georgia, and most recently, Spring Lake, North Carolina. Rorie replaces interim manager Bobby Roberson under a two-year contract.