CCS celebrates 2026 ‘Of the Year’ educators
Cumberland County Schools (CCS) rolled out the red carpet for the Premier Professionals ‘Of the Year’ Gala, a celebration honoring the district’s most exceptional educators and school leaders. Held at Embassy Suites–Fayetteville/Fort Bragg, the event highlighted the passion, dedication and impact of teachers,...
$17.5M Gillis Hill Road Project Will Bring Less Traffic and More Safety With Extra...
State officials approved a $17.5 million expansion of Gillis Hill Road. Workers will make changes to improve traffic flow and safety on the one-mile stretch in western Cumberland County. The contract, awarded by the North Carolina Department of Transportation, will expand the road from two to four lanes, extend west...
Harnett County Commissioner McKoy’s Impactful and Informative Town Hall
Lillington, NC - Harnett County officials addressed growth, taxes, and public services at a town hall hosted by Commissioner Barbara McKoy. This gathering updated residents on key county initiatives and services, addressing a range of topics from property taxes and public health to the challenges of managing a rapid...
Fayetteville State University among multiple HBCUs nationwide on alert amid threats
"We take all threats of violence, particularly those involving mass violence, very seriously," Cumberland County Sheriff Johnathan Morgan said.
Wake, Durham, Cumberland Co. superintendents on teen violence: ‘Home and schools fail young people’
Schools across the country are seeing teen violence and this topic is top of mind for school leaders in the Triangle.
Teeing up for success: The Bogey Brothers brings multi-sport simulators to Cameron
Outdoor sports are great, until the weather isn’t. Whether there’s a storm blowing through, a heat wave or a cold spell – or if you just don’t feel like chasing down golf balls – consider popping over to The Bogey Brothers and practicing your swing in the comfort of a controlled climate and in the presence of good...
New J. Cole Mural in Fayetteville Part Of NC Musicians Mural Trail
A new mural of J. Cole is in the works near Fayetteville State University. The artist responsible said this mural is a part of a bigger project honoring artists across the state. The artist responsible for spray-painting the new mural of the star, Scott Nurkin, told the Fayetteville Observer that...
Man accidentally hits wife with gunfire while shooting attacking dog, Moore County deputies say
VASS, N.C. (WNCN) — A Moore County woman was accidentally shot by her husband Tuesday when he fired at their dog while it was attacking her, deputies said. The shooting happened around 10:45 a.m. along Richfield Court in a small community off U.S. 1 about a mile southwest of Vass, according to the Moore County...
Murder unsolved for nearly 5 years: Kierra Ellison case still open
LAUREL HILL — Nearly five years have passed since Kierra Nakisha Ellison’s life was tragically cut short, but the Scotland County
We’ll See You at the Small Business Resource Summit: Oct. 22
In a remarkable show of community support, the Fayetteville Public Works Commission Economic Inclusion Program (PWC – EI), Fayetteville, Cumberland County Economic Development Corporation (FCEDC), and Carolina Small Business Development Fund (CSBDF) have joined forces to present “Powering Prosperity: A Small Business...