Good morning. Cumberland County is home to an estimated 52,831 veterans, the largest population of veterans in the state. And with its proximity to Fort Bragg, the biggest military installation in the country by population, the Fayetteville area is widely known as a military community.
This year, residents will find plenty of opportunities in Cumberland County to celebrate and commemorate the contributions of veterans and military service members. Read our lead story for a list of local Veterans Day events.
Welcome to CityView Today. The Cumberland County Veterans Council held its 2025 Veterans Day Parade earlier this month in downtown Fayetteville. Supporters came together for the tribute of military service in the Fayetteville community. Check out our photo gallery below. Plus, in honor of Veterans Day, we’re sharing a story from The War Horse, an award-winning nonprofit newsroom that deeply and thoughtfully covers military issues. More than 2 million kids live with a disabled veteran at home. Calls are growing to extend more support to these ‘hidden helpers.’ Hear the stories of three of those caregivers below, including from a family in North Carolina.
Thanks for reading,
Maydha Devarajan
Editor-in-Chief
Here’s a list of Veterans Day celebrations in Cumberland County
Cumberland County hosts several events to commemorate Veterans Day. Here’s where you can find them.
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Cumberland County Veterans Council’s 2025 Veterans Day Parade
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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.
FILM PREMIERE—AIR ANGELS: FLIGHT HELENE
- Where: Cameo Art House Theatre, 225 Hay St., Fayetteville
- When: 6-8 p.m. today
- What: Celebrate the release of “Air Angels: Flight Helene,” and a special live show hosted by Emmy Award-winning journalist Gilbert Baez.
TUESDAY NIGHT MUSIC BINGO
- Where: 22 Klicks Bar and Grill, 2653 Hope Mills Road, Fayetteville
- When: 8-10 p.m. today
- What: Come hang out with Fayetteville Disc Jockey at 22 Klicks Bar and Grill for music bingo!
Obituaries
Edward Trimble Seemer, Jr.
Edward Trimble Seemer Jr., 98, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 6.
David J. Gordon
David J. Gordon, 82, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 6.
Tierra N. Clanton
Tierra N. Clanton, 56, passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 4.
Until tomorrow!
🌱 Are you a veteran or active-duty military member? Do you have a green thumb? The North Carolina Forest Service is offering a 20% discount to veterans and service members on tree seedlings through the end of this month. Proof of service is required to qualify for the offer. More details here.
~ Maydha
