Good morning. Fayetteville’s first pedestrian plan came out in 2018. Now, the city is collecting community input and seeking feedback from stakeholders as part of an update to the plan.
Over the last few months, we’ve reported on the city’s efforts to improve pedestrian infrastructure — a key issue amid a string of recent deaths and accidents at particularly dangerous traffic intersections and as Fayetteville saw 80 pedestrian crashes across the city in 2023.
This Thursday, the city will hold a second public workshop to review its updated pedestrian plan. Check out the details on how to attend below.
Welcome to CityView Today. In today’s newsletter, we’ve also got a review of Cape Fear Regional Theatre’s “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever,” now in production through Dec. 22.
Thanks for reading,
Maydha Devarajan
Interim Editor-in-Chief
Fayetteville wants feedback on proposed sidewalks and crosswalks
On Thursday, Dec. 12, residents can review a draft of Fayetteville’s updated pedestrian plan between 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. at the FAST Transit Center on Franklin Street.
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Events
TAI CHI IN THE GARDEN
- Where: Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Blvd., Fayetteville
- When: 10-11:30 a.m. today
- What: A Chinese martial art and system of calisthenics with very slow controlled movements taught by Rich Martin.
WHO’S READY FOR A “WHITE CHRISTMAS?”
- Where: East Regional Branch Library, 4809 Clinton Road, Fayetteville
- When: 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. today
- What: Gather with friends to watch the classic movie White Christmas starring Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye and Rosemary Clooney. Snacks and drinks will be provided.
FAMILY STORY TIME: HOLLY JOLLY CHRISTMAS
- Where: Hope Mills Community Library, 3411 Golfview Road, Hope Mills
- When: 10-10:30 a.m. today
- What: Join us for our story time for ages 2-5.
Obituaries
Kimberly Worsham
Kimberly Worsham, 52, of Lumberton. Colvin Funeral Home and Cremations has been entrusted with the service arrangements.
Latanya Denise James
Latanya Denise James passed away on Nov. 11. Colvin Funeral Home and Cremations has been entrusted with the service arrangements.
Midori A. McGaha
Midori A. McGaha, 92, of Fayetteville, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 7.
Until tomorrow!
🎄 I recently watched this TikTok of a slightly disappointing Christmas tree lighting in Lexington, North Carolina. While the video made me laugh, it also reminded me that my opportunity to see seasonally decorated houses is quickly dwindling. What are the best neighborhoods for me to check out Christmas lights in Fayetteville? Let me know.
~ Maydha
