14-year-old girl, 2 men dead in head-on collision on I-40 East in Sampson County,...
NEWTON GROVE, N.C. (WNCN) — Interstate 40 has reopened as troopers investigate a crash that has left three people dead early Saturday morning in Sampson County. An alert from the North Carolina Department of Transportation notified drivers that I-40 East was closed around 2:45 a.m. due to a crash near exit 343 for U.S. Highway 701.
Time Capsule Unearthed. New One Buried For Opening In 2046
NEWTON GROVE, N.C. – Former Midway Middle School Raiders carefully sifted through a 2006 time capsule, examining messages their younger selves buried 20 years ago, before this year’s Raiders buried a new capsule, sending “a piece of Midway into the future” on April 28. “Today is...
North Carolina detective terminated following arrest on perjury charges
SCOTLAND COUNTY, N.C. (WBTW) — A Scotland County Sheriff’s Office detective has been fired following his arrest on multiple perjury charges, officials said. Christopher Maurice Omeni was taken into custody Friday at his Hoke County home after an investigation concerning sworn documents he submitted. The Scotland County District Attorney’s Office and the North Carolina State […]
2 injured in Sampson County crash; troopers suspect alcohol may be factor
The cause of the crash remains under investigation.
Letter To The Editor: Benson Mayor Says Tough Budget Decisions Are Necessary
I want to speak directly and candidly about the proposed adjustments to the Fiscal Year 2026–2027 budget and the concerns many of you have expressed. When this Council began its work on the upcoming budget, we were confronted with a critical fiscal situation. The Town’s finances—both in our General Fund and our enterprise funds for water, sewer, and electricity—are operating without...
Two generations, one dream: A mother’s inspiring graduation journey with her daughter
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) — College graduation was more than just a major accomplishment for Fayetteville native Zharria Fleetwood. “It was really like a dream come true doing it with my best friend,” said Zharria. “For us to do it together, it’s a memory that will last forever and that I don’t take for granted,” said […]
Pedestrian hit by 2 cars in Fayetteville, taken to hospital, officials say
It's unclear at this time whether any drivers will face charges.
Roof replacement project causes temporary closure of the U.S. Army Airborne & Special Operations...
The U.S. Army Airborne & Special Operations Museum (ASOM) will temporarily close to the public May 11–15 due to ongoing roof replacement work. The museum’s roof, which has protected the building for more than 25 years, is currently being replaced as part of a major facility improvement project. Museum officials hope to reopen on Saturday, May 16; however, the timeline remains subject to change...
Scotland Co. deputy arrested, accused of perjury regarding sworn documents
SCOTLAND COUNTY, N.C. (WPDE) — Scotland County Sheriff’s Office Detective Christopher Maurice Omeni has been arrested and charged with four felony counts of perjury, according to Scotland County Sheriff’s Office Captain Randy Dover. Dover said Friday the Hoke County Sheriff's Office arrested Omeni. Dover said Omeni was...
Cold Front Pushes South Across the Carolinas Dropping Temperatures and Gusting Winds to 25...
FAYETTEVILLE, NC — A cold front is actively pushing southward across the Carolinas as of the 9 PM radar update, bringing a notable wind shift to northerly directions with gusts reaching around 25 miles per hour, a measurable temperature drop in its wake, and scattered shower activity that gives the Border Belt region the best chances of overnight rainfall while the entire surrounding area retains...
