North Carolina Joins “Do Your Part” Initiative to Bolster Military Family Support, Announces Governor...
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein took a notable step for military families yesterday, announcing at Fayetteville Technical Community College that the state will join the "Do Your Part" initiative, a collaborative effort initiated by Blue Star Families and the National Governors Association, as reported by the...
Naples man killed in driveway after being struck by vehicle, police say
A Naples man was killed in his driveway on Thursday after being struck by a vehicle, officials said. Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office and Naples Fire Department received a call shortly before 4:15 p.m. regarding a crash at 227 Roosevelt Trail, according to a statement from the sheriff’s office.
Traffic stop ends with 1 jailed, drugs and cash seized
A routine traffic stop on U.S. 421 north late Friday afternoon ended with the arrest of one man and the seizure of large quantities of illegal
Pair travels from N.C. to Florence to protest seizure of man’s large, feral cat
FLORENCE S.C. (WPDE) — 17-year-old Sanyla Acosta and her brother, 23-year-old Acyus McKeever, traveled from Fayetteville Friday to attend the hearing of a man cited for having a prohibited animal in Florence. The hearing was continued because the matter will now be scheduled for a jury trial. So, Acosta...
Strickland named AD at St. Pauls
ST. PAULS — As the new school year is set to begin in Robeson County, a new administrator will lead the athletic department at St. Pauls High School. Jordan Strickland has been named as the school’s assistant principal and will serve as athletic director, assuming the same dual role that was formerly held by Eric...
North Carolinians hit with high electric bills following heatwave
After weeks of above 90-degree temperatures, there are a few things you can do to lessen your usage and save money.
Manufacturer opening in Hope Mills expected to bring jobs, millions in investments
A window covering manufacturer hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new state-of-the-art distribution center Aug. 4 in Hope Mills. Rollease Acmeda, a worldwide company in the window covering industry, will serve as a hub for the Americas region, in its facility off Tom Starling Road, the Fayetteville Cumberland...
Jones: Your game is the big game
When I was interviewed in October 1987 for a job with The Fayetteville Observer sports department I was asked succinct questions by the managi
Carthage Planning Board rezones SCC Public Safety Training Center expansion
At a regular meeting held on Thursday, the Carthage Planning Board approved a rezoning request for a new building at the Larry R. Caddell Public Safety Training Center, clearing the way for Sandhills Community College to expand its emergency services training facilities. The college plans to construct a...
Women’s Soccer earns United Soccer Coaches Team Academic Award
BUIES CREEK – Campbell women's soccer earned the 2024-25 College Team Academic Award from the United Soccer Coaches, announced by the organization on August 1. The Fighting Camels were recognized for their performance in the classroom during the 2024-25 academic year posting a 3.509 GPA. A total of 751 soccer teams...