Are Cumberland County Schools at Risk of a Measles Outbreak?
State modeling shows many elementary schools in Cumberland County fall below the level of vaccination coverage for measles, mumps, and rubella needed for preventing outbreaks.
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Cumberland County
THE KIRBY FILE: Jimmy Townsend Honored with Realtor’s Cup at Chamber Gala
Jimmy Townsend, who founded Townsend Real Estate in 1983, was awarded with the Realtor’s Cup at the Greater Fayetteville Chamber Awards Banquet.
Charles Evans, Veronica Jones Win Democratic Primary
Charles Evans and Veronica Jones will face Republicans Greg West and Ron Ross in the November election for the two at-large seats on the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners.
Glenn Adams, Sheila Cuffee Win Democratic Primary
They are unopposed in the general election in November, so they are almost guaranteed to take office in December in the District 1 seats on the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners.
State Board Rejects Request for Election Do-Over in Godwin
But the board sends evidence of potential illegal activity in the election to prosecutors for further review.
Fayetteville
Colvin Bullish on Fayetteville’s Future: ‘State of Our City Is Strong’
Mayor Mitch Colvin’s State of the City address declared Fayetteville “strong” and laid out a vision driven by regional partnerships, infrastructure investment, and AI‑focused workforce development.
Cumberland Commissioners to Hold Public Forum on Data Centers
The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners plans to review its proposed ordinance for data centers on Thursday, and then hold a public forum on data centers later in March.
A Tale of Two Six: J. Cole’s Fayetteville
A native son, a homecoming-inspired final album, and how Fayetteville—if only for a weekend—became the center of the hip-hop universe.
OPINION & COLUMNS
Column: An Open Letter for Valentine’s Day
Columnist Claudia Zamora reflects on the impact of Valentine’s Day.
Obituaries
Mr. De’Shard Lee McMillian
Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory…announces this earthly transition of De’Shard Lee McMillian, of Fayetteville, NC, who departed this life on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at the age of 24. We extend our deepest condolences to the family…
Timothy Dwight Harrison
Timothy Dwight Harrison, 70, of Fayetteville, passed away on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at Valley Hospice House. Timothy was born September 17, 1955, to Richard Cecil Harrison and Tera C. Guy. He was a long time bus…
Deaconess Darlene Stephanie Myrick
Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory…announces this earthly transition of Deaconess Darlene Stephanie Myrick, of Fayetteville, NC, who departed this life on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at the age of 67. We extend our deepest condolences to the…
Mary Claire ((Enghauser)) Kosterman
Mary Claire Enghauser Kosterman, 98, died Monday, March 16, 2026. She was born March 17, 1928, in St. Louis, MO., to the late Catherine and Walter Enghauser. Mary Claire attended Ursuline Academy and later received a scholarship…
Mary Claire ((Enghauser)) Kosterman
Mary Claire Enghauser Kosterman, 98, died Monday, March 16, 2026. She was born March 16, 1928, in St. Louis, MO., to the late Catherine and Walter Enghauser. Mary Claire attended Ursuline Academy and later received a scholarship…