HBAF’S Industry Insight Series returns to Segra Stadium on Oct. 9
The Home Builders Association of Fayetteville (HBAF) is inviting professionals from across their industry to join them for their third Industry Insight Series of 2025: “Building the Market: New Construction Listing Agent Panel.”. Join them on Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025 from 3-5 p.m. at Segra Stadium’s AEVEX Veterans...
Local roundup: Tornadoes top Red Devils volleyball
RED SPRINGS — The Fairmont volleyball team earned a 3-1 win over Red Springs in Southeastern Athletic Conference play Tuesday.
Malcolm Blue Festival postponed to November
Organizers of the Malcolm Blue Festival say this year’s event will have to wait a little longer. The festival, originally set for this Saturday, has been rescheduled for Saturday, Nov. 1 because of the weekend weather forecast. “We hope Mother Nature will be more accommodating and give us plenty...
Healing through art: Local art therapy program helps paint a new picture of healthcare...
Blending creativity with clinical care, art therapy offers measurable benefits for patients—and a competitive edge for hospitals. In the often highly technical sphere of modern healthcare, Cape Fear Valley Health System has found an unexpected catalyst for both clinical and business success: art therapy. With the...
Adopt-at-your-own-risk: Meet Kung Fu Cotton!
Meet “Kung Fu Cotton,” an adorable adult male bunny available for adoption through the Hoke County Animal Shelter. Looking for a pet with personality? Forget “fluffy and cuddly” this rabbit is bringing martial arts energy into the adoption game. Kung Fu Cotton is soft, adorable, and...
Cumberland Community Foundation presents annual report; $1,000,000 grant to new school of medicine announced
Cumberland Community Foundation celebrated its 45th year and presented its annual report this evening at its Founders & Friends event at Cape Fear Botanical Garden. The foundation made announcements about grants and focus areas at the annual gathering of individuals who have created endowment funds (“founders”) and...
Blast From The Past: Cousin Ray; WSHB, 1967
Happy Friday! This week’s Radio Ink Blast From The Past comes from RC Woolfenden of his dad, “Cousin Ray,” in the studios of WSHB in Raeford, NC, back in 1967. We love sharing your broadcast memories at the end of every week – we even share the best in our print edition every month – and we want to see more! Carts,...
Criminally talented: Lacey Crime Art is looking to use her skills to add artwork...
Everything looks better with a little more color. Lacey Crime Art is helping to create a more colorful community as a full time muralist business in Fayetteville and the surrounding areas. Army Veteran, mother of four and business owner, Lacey Crime spreads creativity, color and joy doing what she loves...
‘I’ve never seen such a thing’: Fayetteville man shocked after $150,000 lottery win
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) – A Fayetteville man arrived at the headquarters for the North Carolina Education Lottery to shockingly discover that he won a $150,000 top prize. Herminio Rivera knew he had come away with a large prize when he scanned his ticket and found out he needed to go to the lottery headquarters to...
For the Community, By the Community: A Sheriff’s Vision For Harnett County
Lillington, NC - Major Aaron Meredith, a 20-year veteran of the sheriff's office, is running for Sheriff of Harnett County with a platform centered on community enhancement and a modern approach to law enforcement. With a history of serving in nearly every capacity within the department, he brings a unique...

















