Good morning. Since it was created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law in 2021, the proposed Interstate 685 corridor has attracted the attention of city officials who hope the route will connect Fayetteville and Fort Liberty to the Piedmont Triad. While the route was envisioned to connect Greensboro and Dunn, bypassing Fayetteville, the North Carolina Department of Transportation is now considering alternative proposals in which I-685 would instead be routed through Fayetteville, a spokesperson told CityView. Read our lead story for more.
Welcome to CityView Today. Cape Fear Valley Health rolled out its No One Dies Alone program, which offers companionship for those at the end of their life. With a growing number of adult Americans facing old age without any support, the health system hopes to combat this issue.
Also in today’s newsletter: Are you a hungry college student? You might be eligible for SNAP. An online quiz helps North Carolina’s college students learn about and prepare to apply for the federal nutrition program.
Thanks for reading,
Maydha Devarajan
Interim Editor-in-Chief
What’s going on with the proposed Greensboro to Fayetteville highway?
Since it was created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law in 2021, the proposed Interstate 685 corridor has attracted the attention of city officials who hope the route will connect Fayetteville and Fort Liberty to the Piedmont Triad.
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Cape Fear Valley Health rolled out its No One Dies Alone program, which offers companionship for those at end of life.
Are you a hungry college student? You might be eligible for SNAP
An online quiz helps North Carolina’s college students learn about and prepare to apply for the federal nutrition program.
Events
TECH TIME AT HEADQUARTERS PUBLIC LIBRARY
- Where: Cumberland County Public Library Headquarters Branch, 300 Maiden Lane, Fayetteville
- When: 9-10:30 a.m. today
- What: Whether you need help setting up an email account, learning how to use Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or anything in between, we’re here to help you with your computer, tablet or smartphone questions. No appointment necessary.
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME
- Where: Main Library, 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington
- When: 11 a.m.- noon today
- What: Join us for our weekly preschool story time, tailored for children ages 3-5!
THE LAST SHOWGIRL
- Where: Cameo Art House Theatre, 225 Hay St, Fayetteville
- When: Today through Jan. 23
- What: The Last Showgirl, a poignant film of resilience, rhinestones and feathers, stars Pamela Anderson as Shelly, a glamorous showgirl who must plan for her future when her show abruptly closes after a 30-year run.
Obituaries
Jean Ellen Sivoli
Jean Ellen Sivoli, 75, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 18. 2025.
Victoria Estelle Simpkin NeSmith
Victoria Estelle Simpkin NeSmith, 44, of Fayetteville, passed away on Friday, Jan. 17.
Larry Calvin Hardee
Larry Calvin Hardee passed away on Jan. 17.
Until tomorrow!
📞 Beware of voicemails from phone scammers pretending to be members of the Fayetteville Police Department. In a press release, the department said the scammers may claim ranks, such as sergeant or detective, or use names of actual officers in an attempt to make the calls seem more legitimate. FPD stated that the department will never request money to avoid legal consequences and recommended contacting the department directly if you are unsure of the validity of such a call.
~ Maydha
