Federal agents arrest woman in Harnett County accused of voting illegally in 2024
LILLINGTON, N.C. (WNCN) — A woman is facing federal charges connected to falsely claiming citizenship and illegally voting in 2024. Agents with Homeland Security Investigations and the FBI took Patricia Elena Valencia Cardona into custody Wednesday morning in Harnett County. “Law enforcement partners have worked diligently over many months...
Fayetteville ECD seeks community input for 2027 economic and community development priorities
The City of Fayetteville’s Economic and Community Development Department will host two stakeholder engagement sessions focused on the upcoming Annual Action Plan Notice of Funding Availability on Nov. 5 for local nonprofit organizations, community partners, service providers and other interested stakeholders. The sessions will provide an overview of anticipated...
Ronna Rowe Garrett Elected Chair of PWC Board of Commissioners
PWC announces the election of Ronna Rowe Garrett as Chair of the PWC Board of Commissioners for the 2026-2027 term. Garrett was voted Chair during the Board’s regular meeting on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. Garrett was appointed to the PWC Board of Commissioners by the Mayor & City Council...
Harnett County invites residents to 5th annual Community Day on Oct. 29
Harnett County is excited to invite residents to the 5th annual Community Day, taking place on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. -7:00 p.m. at the Harnett County Government Complex, located at 455 McKinney Parkway in Lillington, N.C. Community Day provides residents with an opportunity to learn more about...
Cumberland County man indicted in alleged carjackings, shootings
A federal grand jury has indicted a 52-year-old Cumberland County man in connection with two alleged carjackings and shootings in Fayetteville. Prosecutors say Robert Page tried to take a Toyota 4Runner from two people at a Hardee’s drive-through on Aug. 30. The indictment alleges he shot one of the victims, causing serious injuries.
Bush appointed vice dean for undergraduate medical education at Methodist University Cape Fear Valley...
Ruth L. Bush, MD, JD, MPH, FACS has been appointed vice dean for undergraduate medical education at the Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine, bringing more than two decades of experience in clinical practice, academic medicine and medical education to the school’s leadership team. A vascular...
Spivey’s Corner VFD earns improved rural fire rating after state inspection
What factors did the state inspection evaluate for the rating?. SPIVEY'S CORNER, Sampson County — Spivey’s Corner Volunteer Fire Department has received an improved rating after a routine inspection by the N.C. Office of State Fire Marshal. The department received a rural rating of 4/9E. The rating is...
YMCA explores programming, aquatic center in SP
Programs could launch before a full YMCA is built: The YMCA is exploring ways to offer child care, youth activities, and wellness programs in existing spaces. An aquatic center is a long-term possibility: The YMCA must study sites and costs before moving forward with a full-service facility. Potential food assistance:...
Richmond rolls Overhills, plans to prevail over Pinecrest
ROCKINGHAM -- The Raiders could end the regular season in a three-way tie following last Friday's 42-27 win over the Jaguars of Overhills. Richmond's first touchdown came from a pass to ...
Driver leaves scene after Lobelia crash
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol is investigating a hit-and-run crash involving a Tesla and a Chevy truck Tuesday afternoon on Lobelia Road. According to Crain’s Creek Fire-Rescue, units were dispatched around 4:21 p.m. on Tuesday to the intersection of Lobelia Road (N.C. 690) and Morrison Bridge Road outside Vass.

















