Fayetteville Leads with Diversion Program to Get People Help Instead of Jail
State officials want to replicate the Fayetteville Police Department’s law enforcement-assisted diversion program across North Carolina.
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Cumberland County
THE KIRBY FILE: 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.
County Considers Options to Ease Parking Crunch It Created Near Courthouse
As county commissioners seek new development for the former Crown Event Center site, they want to turn it temporarily back into a parking lot.
Fayetteville Buckles Up as Severe Storms Move Through
County schools and government offices closed on Monday amid warnings of high winds and possible tornados.
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.
Fayetteville
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.
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.
OPINION & COLUMNS
Column: An Open Letter for Valentine’s Day
Columnist Claudia Zamora reflects on the impact of Valentine’s Day.
Obituaries
Mr. Ronald Lorenzo Brison Jr.
Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory…announces this earthly transition of Ronald Lorenzo Brison Jr., of Fayetteville NC, who departed this life on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at the age of 63. We extend our deepest condolences to the…
Mr. ReShaud Hilbert Graham
Colvin Funeral Home & Crematory…announces this earthly transition of ReShaud Hilbert Graham, of Fayetteville, NC, who departed this life on Monday, March 23, 2026, at the age of 42. We extend our deepest condolences to the family…
Kristie Sue ((Skidmore)) Whaley
Kristie Sue Whaley, 75, of Southern Pines, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at the FirstHealth Hospice House in Southern Pines. Born on November 14, 1950, in Los Angeles County, California, Kristie was the daughter…
Frances Melree ((Hubbard)) Tart
When the sun rose over the North Carolina Sandhills on the morning of June 11, 1935, Frances Melree Hubbard began an epic journey that would last just over nine decades. A fifth generation native of Cumberland County,…
Bruce La Von Carmain
Bruce La Von Carmain, 76, passed away on March 21, 2026. Bruce was preceded in death by his parents, Jack & Doris Carmain; and his brother, David Carmain. Bruce is survived by his wife, Magalene Carmain; his…