Will Federal Recognition for the Lumbee ‘Transform’ Southeastern North Carolina?
Members of the Lumbee tribe, which won full federal recognition last December, can soon access more federal programs and may open a casino.
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Cumberland County
Complaints Filed Against 2 GOP Members of Cumberland County Elections Board
Watchdog blasts leadership of elections board chair, questions legality of $25,000 donation by board secretary, in complaints to State Board of Elections.
PWC OKs $133.7 Million Project to Filter ‘Forever Chemicals’ from Water
The building-sized filter systems are for the P.O. Hoffer and the Glennville Lake water treatment facilities.
3 Commissioners Back Data Center Moratorium As Public Opposition Intensifies
Dozens of residents asked Cumberland County to limit data centers to make time to establish regulations during a public hearing on Monday.
Column: Commissioners Chair Delivers Optimistic Vision for Cumberland County
Bill Kirby Jr.’s notes from the week, including two data center forums, ‘Booze It & Lose It,’ and Guiding Light’s Kim Zimmer comes to Fayetteville.
Fayetteville
After Troubled Build, Fayetteville’s New Tennis Center Gets Public Preview
One of the contractors left the job unfinished, triggering a lawsuit, a state audit, and a criminal probe that continues as The Courts at Glenville Lake gets ready to welcome visitors.
City Council Delays McArthur Road Sports Complex to Scrutinize Contractor
The Fayetteville City Council delayed a vote on a $13 million construction contract for the McArthur Road Sports Complex, citing concerns about grading expertise and oversight.
Kirk deViere Unveils Ambitious Vision 2030 Plan for Cumberland County
New children’s museum, new aquatic center, and expanding water service among goals from Board of Commissioners chair during State of the County Address.
OPINION & COLUMNS
Column: Latina Women Who Hold the Invisible
Bilingual columnist Claudia Zamora highlights three local Latina women making a positive impact in Cumberland County.
Obituaries
Ashley Collins
Colvin Funeral Home & Cremations, announces this earthly transition of Ms. Ashley Collins of Lumberton, NC, who departed this life on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at the age of 33. We extend our deepest condolences to the…
Leon Allen Leonard
Leon Allen Leonard, 72, of Fayetteville, passed away on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at his residence. A full obituary will be posted soon. A graveside service will be held on Friday, May 1, 2026, at 12:00 noon…
Peggy Welch Mitchell
Peggy Welch Mitchell (72) passed away on March 31, 2026. Peggy was born on July 7, 1953 to Catherine Welch and James Walter Welch. She had a special smile that was warm and kind, and she devoted…
Arthur David Wilson
Arthur “David” Wilson, 78, of Fayetteville, North Carolina, passed away on April 6, 2026. David was a devoted father, proud veteran, successful businessman, and a man known for his kindness, steady devotion, generosity, and unmistakable sense of…
Donna Marie ((Mahany)) Pitts
Donna Mahany Pitts passed away early Wednesday morning April 8, 2026, at home. She was born in Dansville, NY on September 27, 1943, a daughter of the late Frederick and Iva (Werth) Mahany. She was preceded in death by her parents,…