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When I attended Terry Sanford High School, I remember that my classmates and I stayed up to date on J. Cole’s music. Whether it was mixtapes, freestyles, or just verses, it seemed as though we …
They came this day to remember the old football coach who always inspired them to do their best, be their best and give their best. John Daskal taught his young athletes not just under the Friday night lights of the football stadium, but in every step of their lives.
As the North Carolina General Assembly wrapped up its first week back in session in Raleigh, local elected officials are asking for more than $38 million from the state legislature to address Fayetteville's needs. 
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Mr. Lemuel Alvis Anderson
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Anne Denton Lancaster
Sallie Anne Denton Lancaster, 85, of Fayetteville, passed away Saturday, April 27, 2024. Anne was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin, friend, and nurse. After graduating from …
The Smithsonian's 'Voices and Votes: Democracy in America' exhibit is a springboard for discussions about those very questions and how they are reflected in local stories.
Democracy: Your voice matters
This is a presidential election year. While that means that Americans are subjected to a torrent of political ads, it also means we can reflect on our democracy. This reflection is important because there are many country’s whose citizens cannot chose their leaders.     
The Pink Petunia on Morganton Road aims to be a one-stop shop for visitors in pursuit of gifts, decor, and more. Run by Jen Britt and her mom Rene Soffe King, this once home-based shop opened its storefront on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, and showcases a variety of books on its shelves.
Homes and gardens — and the top 6 books to fill them
When looking for your next good book to read, you might not think about books on homes and gardens. Sure, if you are going to re-decorate your house or do new landscaping in your yard, you might look for books to help you with that. But a book about houses and gardens for pleasure reading?
Ms. Ilona Bertha Robinson
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'SISTER ACT' OPENS THURSDAY
Broadway-caliber cast, choreography and voices promise to make ‘Sister Act’ as colorful as stained glass

When the choir sings, the people rejoice — so get ready for some church when “Sister Act,” the final show of Cape Fear Regional Theatre’s 2023-24 Mainstage Season, opens Thursday.

Good Reads
Reading is better together
Reading to your children is one of the greatest gifts you can give them. It can begin as soon as they are born, or even while mom is pregnant. They get to sit in your lap and cuddle while you read a …
THE KIRBY FILE | Notes and opinions from the week
City firefighter’s 2022 passing ruled line-of-duty death
The passing of Fayetteville Fire Department Battalion Chief John Bowen, who died at age 35 on April 16, 2022, six months after being diagnosed with colon cancer, has been ruled a Line-Of-Duty Death by the N.C. Industrial Commission.
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E.E. SMITH HIGH SCHOOL
As E.E. Smith High School looks to uncertain future, here’s what some alumni are saying about last week’s town hall

As Fayetteville residents process the plethora of information provided at last week's town hall on the fate of E.E. Smith High School, some Golden Bull alumni are asking why Smith — and why now? 

ONE OF 11 BIDEN CAMPAIGN OUTPOSTS IN NC
Biden campaign office in Fayetteville signals NC is key in 2024 election
A gathering at the Cumberland County Democratic Party headquarters on Thursday was a harbinger that North Carolina will again be a factor in the outcome of the presidential election.
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Local support for graduating military kids
With high school graduation on the horizon, Fort Liberty students and parents are preparing for a new chapter.
FAYETTEVILLE STATE UNIVERSITY
Chancellor marks progress, but faces crisis as he enters his fourth year
As Fayetteville State University Chancellor Darrell T. Allison passed his third anniversary at the helm of the storied campus on March 15, he had accomplishments to celebrate. …
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A full orchestra will accompany the band.

The Kruger Brothers bringing unique infusion of classical, folk music to Fayetteville

We are thrilled to welcome the Kruger Brothers to Fayetteville to perform alongside the FSO for this special program at 7:30 p.m. on April 20, 2024, at Seabrook Auditorium.
Obituaries
Frank George Simpson
Frank George Simpson, 77, of Fayetteville passed away on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, at his residence with his family by his side. Frank was born in Germany on July 14, 1946. He was the son of the …
Mr. Christian Bradley Williams
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Amber Paige ((Albritton)) Maldonado
Amber Paige Maldonado, 56, passed away on Thursday April 25, 2024. Amber was a native of Fayetteville, North Carolina and a Peninsula resident since 2007. She graduated from Westover High School …
Jean Margaret ((Treaster)) O’Brien
Jean Margaret (Clancy)(Colville) O’Brien, 89, of Fayetteville passed away on Sunday, April 28, 2024. Jean was born in Carlisle, PA on July 28, 1934, to Samuel and Ruth Treaster. Jean was …
Louise ((Lanier)) Butler
Louise Butler, 83, of Lumberton, died in Lumberton, North Carolina on April 29, 2024.  Louise was born in Bladen County, NC. on May 9, 1940 to Florence and John Thomas Lanier. Throughout her …
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