Purple Heart recipients and their families, Gold Star Mothers and the families of those killed in action were honored Saturday, August 18, at the Sandhills Purple Heart Dinner at the Crown Expo Center. A special recognition of World War II veterans was also held.

The United Way of Cumberland County kicked off its annual fund-raising campaign on Tuesday, August 21, with a luncheon at the Crown Ballroom. The agency seeks to improve the quality of lives in Cumberland County by addressing critical human needs.

A crowd turned out Saturday for the opening night of Northwood Temple’s 31st annual dinner theater. The  dinner theater runs through the end of October.

The splash pad at Kiwanis Recreation Center drew a crowd of delighted children and parents on a hot July day.

Campers attending a “Nature Nuts” camp at the Cape Fear Botanical Garden took a walk along its paths on July 16 in search of pretty colors and interesting shapes in nature.  

Hundreds of people gathered Sunday night at Festival Park to hear the Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra perform patriotic music in honor of Independence Day. There were stars in the sky, stripes all around and plenty of fireworks to make everyone go ooh and aah. Happy Fourth!

Music, dancing, art, smiles and celebration were the order of the day at the 4th Annual African World Peace Festival, held in downtown Fayetteville July 13-15. The event aims to bring a diverse community together while promoting peace, love and respect.

Celebration of the Museum of the Cape Fear’s 30th Birthday   Birthday parties should always include cake, silly hats and balloons – even if the birthday honoree is a museum. And that’s just the kind of party that was held on June 21 to celebrate the 30th birthday or anniversary, of the Museum of the Cape Fear. […]

The Woman’s Giving Circle Gives Back Again!   The Woman’s Giving Circle of Cumberland County awards $48,000 in grants to agencies that provide services for women and children in need of food and shelter. The foundation has provided nearly $500,000 in grants to nonprofit organizations in Cumberland County that provide assistance to women and children […]

FAYETTEVILLE AFTER 5  – JUNE 2018   Hundreds went out to Festival Park for the second installment of everyone’s favorite concert series, Fayetteville After 5! The sounds of summer filled the air as the public enjoyed an array of delicious food, refreshing drinks and good company. CityView loves to be on the scene for these […]

Our Business Breakfast in June was a total success! A huge thank you to all of our Sponsors, Speakers and wonderful guests. Here are some pictures below from our event. If you missed it this time – be sure to get your tickets for our next one in September! See you there!

The 16th Annual Blues-N-Brews Festival took place Saturday, June 2 at Festival Park in downtown Fayetteville, NC.      

On May 31, the Arts Council announced its acquisition of “Natural Embrace,” one of several outdoor art sculptures displayed in downtown Fayetteville. The Venus Flytrap-inspired work was made possible by generous donors – as well as by its talented artist, Paul Hill. Did you know that the Venus Flytrap is found only in a small area of […]

County invites vendors to Building Business Rally!

This year Cool Springs Downtown District and the Airborne & Special Operations Museum Foundation hosted the opening Ceremony of the annual Field of Honor, which is a living display of heroism that flies as a patriotic tribute to the strength and unity of Americans. The tribute honors someone who is currently serving or has served, and […]

The Third Annual Derby Run, in memory of Justin Lopes, took place on Saturday, May 19, 2018 – and what a turn out! The event was a 5k Run/Walk at Terry Sanford High School, Justin’s Alma mater. Net proceeds from the event went to support the Child Advocacy Center in Fayetteville, Cy’s World Foundation, and […]

Cumberland County Animal Control hosted a pet adoption event on May 19th at the PetSmart store on Ramsey Street. View these photos of people in the community finding new, furry additions to their families. It will melt your heart!

The 3rd annual Fayetteville Police Foundation Ball drew a smiling crowd to Highland Country Club on May 11. The foundation supports the police department in its efforts to make the community safe. Photos by Matthew Wonderly.

Lots of people turned out on May 1 to eat, laugh and play at a Beer and BBQ event that the Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County holds each year for its donors and members.