Good morning. Voters in Spring Lake will have to drive to Fayetteville to find their nearest early voting locations in this year’s primary election, as the North Carolina State Board of Elections voted on Tuesday against opening a voting site in the northwest Cumberland County town.
The board voted 3-2, with its three Republican members voting against the Spring Lake site, and the two Democrats voting for it. Read more in today’s lead story.
Welcome to CityView Today. The Spring Lake Board of Commissioners held a public hearing and unanimously approved a new ordinance that extends the town’s corporate limits to allow for new commercial development. Plus, columnist Bill Kirby has a profile on 102-year-old Jane Rosser Warfel, who can tell you a thing or two or three about Fayetteville and Cumberland County. She has called this community home all her life.
Thanks for reading,
Emily McCord
Editor for CityView
State Board of Elections Rejects Request for Early Voting in Spring Lake
Democrats on the Cumberland County elections board wanted to cancel early voting at Fayetteville’s Kiwanis Recreation Center and keep the Spring Lake site open. Early voting starts February 12.
More from CityView
Spring Lake Makes Advances on Economic Development and Public Safety
The Spring Lake Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a new ordinance that extends the town’s corporate limits and passed a resolution regarding 911 emergency operations for the town.
THE KIRBY FILE: ‘Down A Country Road’ and a Lifetime of Cherished Stories and Memories
Jane Rosser Warfel can tell you a thing or two or three about Fayetteville and Cumberland County. She has called this community home all her life.
Events
FAMILY STORY TIME: SNOWMEN
- Where: West Regional Branch Library, 7469 Century Circle, Fayetteville
- When: 10-11 a.m. today
- What: Join us for a fun story time about snowmen!
PRESCHOOL: DINOSAUR STOMP
- Where: Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Blvd., Fayetteville
- When: 10-11 a.m. today
- What: At Dinosaur Stomp, preschoolers will explore the prehistoric world through imaginative play, stories, songs, and hands-on activities.
DIY FISHING: SPINNERBAIT CRAFTING WORKSHOP
- Where: John E. Pechmann Fishing Education Center, 7489 Raeford Road, Fayetteville
- When: 6-8:30 p.m. today
- What: Whether you’re fishing freshwater mountain streams, piedmont lakes, saltwater flats, or the open ocean, every fish eats baitfish—and they won’t resist a well-presented spinner or spinnerbait!
Obituaries
Danny Martin Parker
Danny Martin Parker, 77, passed away on Sunday, January 11.
David F. Ralston
David F. Ralston passed away on Sunday, January 11.
Sandra Luliucci Edge
Sandra Luliucci Edge, 82, passed away on Friday, January 9.
Until Tomorrow!
💪 Cumberland County Schools is inviting families to the monthly Be Strong Families Parent Cafés, where parents and caregivers can share experiences, connect, and learn from one another. The small, guided group discussions are designed to offer support and growth. The first Café is scheduled for Thursday, January 15, from 12 until 2 p.m. at the Fayetteville Metropolitan Housing Authority, located at 229 Lincoln Drive. You can reserve your seat by calling 910-483-7370.
