Cumberland County Schools announces finalists for top teachers of 2026. Get the list
Cumberland County Schools has announced the finalists for the titles of 2026 Teacher of the Year and 2026 Beginning Teacher of the Year. According to a news release, one finalist was selected from each of the school system’s 10 attendance areas. The winners will be named during a school district gala Sept. 8. The...
A Fayetteville restaurant has a new name and a new owner, but still serves...
From Pocky Cafe to Umi, a Fayetteville sushi and hibachi restaurant is finding its footing under new ownership. When Lauren Liu, 28, quietly took over the former Pocky Cafe location at 5548 Yadkin Road two weeks ago on July 10, she said her goal wasn't just to serve sushi, but to build something of her own. As the...
11 young men presented during Fayetteville fraternity chapter’s beautillion
Eleven young men were presented July 12 during a Fayetteville fraternity's beautillion . Alpha Phi Alpha’s Epsilon Rho Lambda Chapter held its eighth annual beautillion, the theme of which was “Fantastic Voyage: The Journey from Beaus to Men," at Fort Bragg's Iron Mike Center, according to a news release from the...
Woman arrested following chase in Harnett County
A woman in Harnett County is facing charges after authorities said she led troopers on a high-speed chase.
Grateful Shed set to lend help to Hall’s Grill
ROSEBORO — When tragedy hit Hall’s Grill in early July, few could have predicted the outpouring of love, support, and neighborly a
Security guard arrested in connection to Fairmont bar shooting
FAIRMONT — On Sunday, July 6, a shooting involving an employee providing security services occurred at the 11 Eleven Lounge and Bar located at 111 West Thompson Street in Fairmont. During the subsequent investigation, North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE) and the Fairmont Police Department (FPD) learned the...
Aged Well Thrift Store supports a mission of intergenerational connection and companionship
Katrelia Cunningham began visiting local seniors with her two daughters in an effort to spend their time bringing some joy to these people’s lives. After the first couple of visits, they quickly realized the profound impact of simple companionship. Cunningham opened Aged Well Thrift Store about 10 months ago,...
Officer Resigns After Search Warrant Leads To Arrest
An officer with the Red Springs Police Department resigned after she was arrested. Dinisha Barfield’s resignation came after she was detained by Lumberton police at her home last week after a search warrant was conducted. Officers were attempting to locate Charles Sinclair who was wanted on several charges. The...
Flash Flood Warning Issued for Parts of North Carolina Through Friday Night
RALEIGH, N.C. — The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a flash flood warning Friday night for several central North Carolina counties after heavy thunderstorms dumped multiple inches of rain in a short period. The warning, released at 8:14 p.m., covers Harnett, Johnston, and Wayne counties, and remains in effect...
Army Plans to Expand Medical Equipment Maintenance Program
The expansion includes new depot locations and aims to improve readiness by streamlining medical equipment repair and calibration for frontline units. The US Army is preparing to expand its Home-Station Medical Maintenance Support (HMMS) program, an initiative aimed at closing gaps in medical device servicing for...
