Fayetteville NC

When most people think of Oktoberfest, images of lederhosen, beer steins, and German folk music might come to mind. However, in Hope Mills, Oktoberfest takes on a uniquely creative twist with Beardtoberfest. Hosted by Cape Beard, it is a facial hair competition that blends the festive spirit of Oktoberfest with the...

Trap music, guided painting, free food, and conversations about mental health and self-expression—sounds like a fusion of the popular “paint & sip” and “trap karaoke” phenomena, doesn’t it? That’s exactly what it is! But it’s kid-friendly. Picture a space where youth can...

Salisbury, NC- Livingstone pushes Fayetteville State to four sets in gritty showdown but falls short in the end. Kills: Symone Morris (17), Chiara Vittoni (12), Amihan Johnson (6) Aces: Jasmine Culp (2), Symone Morris (2), Tione Freeman (1) Blocks: Amihan Johnson (3), Milana Cvetkovski (3), Symore Morris (2) Assists:...

This October, history and the supernatural collide in Hallowe’en Revels: Séance and Secrets at the 1897 Poe House. Hosted in partnership with Sweet Tea Shakespeare, the immersive theatrical event promises an unforgettable evening of mystery, suspense, and Victorian-era intrigue. Performances will run Oct. 10 and 11...

This fall, Fayetteville once again transforms into a nightmare realm of horror as Backwoods Terror Ranch makes its much-anticipated return. Hosted at Sweet Valley Ranch, this immersive haunted attraction invites thrill-seekers to step into the terrifying world of Dr. Frederick Surgeon, a man whose obsession with...

Another community organization is backing the Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine because of the positive impact it’s expected to have on Cumberland County and the broader Southeast region. The Cumberland Community Foundation announced a $1 million grant to the medical school at its annual...

A massive upgrade to local infrastructure is underway as crews push forward with a $60.6 million sewer system project. The work will add 9.3 miles of new pipes between western Fayetteville and Hope Mills. The Big Rockfish Outfall and Lift Station Elimination Project brings pipes ranging from 8 to 24...

Raeford is once again gearing up for one of its most anticipated traditions—the NC Fall Festival on Main Street on Oct. 18, starting at 9 a.m. This beloved event, which draws visitors from across North Carolina and beyond, will take place with more excitement, vendors, and entertainment than ever before.

Harnett County residents Kristi Bennett and Aric Allen are bringing Hounds Town, a national doggie daycare, boarding and spa brand, to Fayetteville this fall. The Fayetteville location on Ramsey St. will be the seventh one in the state. The grand opening date is to be announced, but the couple plans to introduce the...

Rosie’s Pizza & Pastries opened its doors in January at 104 N. East Railroad in Roseboro and has quickly developed a loyal customer base. Named for the town it serves, the pizzeria is a hit amongst locals and visitors alike. Buffy Brashear, the determined owner of Rosie's, has weathered...