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In majority vote, city council elects Jensen as mayor pro tem

At the inauguration ceremony for the Fayetteville City Council, council members elected Councilmember Kathy Jensen — starting her sixth term — to serve as mayor pro tem, or act in Mayor …

'You can do anything and everything': Fayetteville's newest councilman shares vision for Dist. 2 at city inauguration

Surrounded by loved ones and three young representatives of the future of the city, Councilman Malik Davis was officially sworn in as Dist. 2’s new representative Tuesday night, making him the youngest member of the Fayetteville City Council.

McLaurin, Seventy-First make bid for title against Hickory

Cindy Burnham has already posted two display photos of Duran McLaurin and DeAndre Nance in the CityView online gallery. By Earl Vaughan Jr. Since he took …

Longtime Spring Lake lawmaker Marvin Lucas to retire after 47 years in politics

SPRING LAKE — Longtime Democratic state House Rep. Marvin Lucas, who represents Cumberland County’s Dist. 42, said Wednesday he is retiring from politics when he completes his term next …

Greater Fayetteville Chamber welcomes 3 new members to its Board of Directors

The Greater Fayetteville Chamber has added three individuals to its Board of Directors.

Gifts, match put GivingTuesday's tally at $2.5 million

CITYVIEW: A drumroll: for the Foundation’s GivingTuesday campaign, what was the final tally? How much was given? MARY HOLMES: $1,963,000. What’s your satisfaction …

Marquis magic: A Cognac blend that pays tribute to Fayetteville’s namesake inspires a community-focused competition that will toast history and innovation.

Fayetteville’s French connection is hardly a secret. The city’s very name is the giveaway. Settled by Scottish immigrants in the mid-1700s, the area became known as Campbellton in 1762, …

SEASON’S GREETINGS: ‘Handmade with Love’: The story and face behind the anonymous Fayetteville nursing home resident card maker.

When more than 3,000 Cumberland County nursing home residents receive a written Christmas greeting this year, it will be thanks to one humble soul who expresses love through her ornate handmade …

Angels sing: Holiday music to brighten December days with inspiration and cheer

It’s the most wonderful time of the year. There’ll be parties for hosting, marshmallows for toasting and caroling out in the snow. Well, probably not snow in Fayetteville. But music still …

Hometown bucket list: Having promoted Fayetteville for 20 years working with the local visitors bureau, Melody Foote knew where the community gems were. Her new book shares that knowledge of ‘100 Things to Do.’

For almost 21 years, Melody Foote showed travel writers what she considers the finer points of living in Fayetteville. Now she has written a book about those points herself. Foote, who was director …

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Tokay Winery and Fayetteville’s fine wines

When most Americans think of wineries, they think of California. If they are from North Carolina, they perhaps think of western North Carolina’s vineyards. But did you know that eastern North …

Mr. Steven Bernard Boykin

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Steven Bernard Boykin (Fayetteville, North Carolina), who passed away on December 4, 2023, at the age of 59, leaving to mourn family and …

On Dec. 5, the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office arrested and charged 50-year-old Kareem Jamal Butler of Fayetteville for 1st-degree murder. Butler (pictured above) was taken to the Cumberland County Detention Center where he is being held without bond.

Death investigation on River Road leads to murder charge

On Nov. 11, the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office responded to the 6000 block of River Road for a death investigation. The victim was identified as Christopher Torok. The cause of …

The inauguration will take place at Fayetteville State University.

Council inauguration ceremony and mayor pro tem election set for Wednesday

Incumbent and newly-elected Fayetteville City Council members will be sworn in at 6 p.m. Wednesday for their two-year terms. The new council will also select among themselves a mayor pro tem to …

The Kirby File: 18th Hope Mills mayor promises board transparency to town residents

HOPE MILLS – Thoughtful, Jessie Bellflowers was on this Monday night before his inauguration as the town’s 18 th mayor. But even with the mayoral gavel in wait, he would pay homage …

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Downtown peace and harmony: The new “Lady Muriel” mural

You may have noticed a colorful addition to Market Square when driving or walking around downtown Fayetteville: A new mural entitled “Lady Muriel” brightens the side of The Sweet Palette …

CAPE FEAR REGIONAL THEATRE

Spend the Holidays with the Fayetteville Symphony

It’s the greatest time of year to celebrate the holiday season with the FSO.

Diabetes - Dodge It Dodgeball Tournament

The Diabetes - Dodge It Dodgeball Tournament, hosted by Better Health, was held on August 26 at Freedom Courts Sportsplex.

The 8th annual Diabetes Dodge-it Dodgeball Tournament hosted by Better Health, 26 August 2023. The tournament was held at Freedom Courts Sportsplex.

Team Mighty Ducklings

Marin Hammond, Sutton Hammond and Jennifer Hammond

Team DUI Dodgers

Team "Captain Crunchy and the Spiffy Whiffers"

Kendra Jackson, Damonte Brunson and Moriah Williams

Team "We Will See."

Team A1C Avengers

Jon Allen, Corey Smith, Daniel Dellinger and Luke Smith

Lisa Hughes, Liz Glockzin and Vicky Diaz

Team Fayetteville State University Student Nurses Association

Team "Old Man, Young Boys"

City cleared as defendant in civil case of woman shot by Fayetteville police

New court documents reveal the city of Fayetteville has been dismissed as a defendant in a federal civil lawsuit brought against it by Rick and Maria Iwanski, the grandparents of Jada Johnson, who …

Glenn Adams regains seat as Cumberland Commissioners' chair

In a 5-1 vote, Cumberland County Commissioner Glenn Adams was elected again to be the chairperson of the board on Monday. He previously held the seat a year ago. And another 5-1 vote elected outgoing Chairperson Toni Stewart to the vice chairperson seat.

Cumberland commissioners OK two raises for County Manager Clarence Grier

A year after he was hired, Cumberland County Manager Clarence Grier is getting a 5% pay raise now, and another 5% in July. This brings Grier’s $270,400 salary to $283,920 now and to …

Cumberland County commissioners to pick chairperson and vice chairperson on Monday

Cumberland County Board of Commissioners Chairperson Toni Stewart is not seeking to retain the board’s chair position, she said on Friday, as the commissioners prepare to vote on Monday for the …

UN says PFAS contamination is human rights violation as EPA reverses shipment decision

In the span of a few days, the Environmental Protection Agency withdrew its consent for Chemours to import up to 4.4 million pounds of Gen X chemical waste from the Netherlands, while the United …

N.C. High School Athletic Association’s Board of Directors meet to discuss report on ejections, expanded number of classifications

Expanding the number of classifications to eight by 2025 and reviewing a troubling new report on ejections were among the major actions taken by the N.C. High School Athletic Association’s …

Family of man shot and killed by police on Thanksgiving seeks ‘justice’

After Fayetteville police officer Dillon Hoke shot and killed DeMarcus Brodie on Thanksgiving, Brodie’s family is still looking for answers.

The Kirby File: Radio icon calls it a career Friday on ‘Good Morning Fayetteville’

You’ll have to be up early to catch “Goldy’s Last Hurrah!” as Jeff “Goldy” Goldberg closes out a 45-year career today with his final radio cast of “Good Morning Fayetteville” on WFNC 640 News Talk Radio.

In majority vote, city council elects Jensen as mayor pro tem

'You can do anything and everything': Fayetteville's newest councilman shares vision for Dist. 2 at city inauguration

McLaurin, Seventy-First make bid for title against Hickory

Marquis magic: A Cognac blend that pays tribute to Fayetteville’s namesake inspires a community-focused competition that will toast history and innovation.

SEASON’S GREETINGS: ‘Handmade with Love’: The story and face behind the anonymous Fayetteville nursing home resident card maker.

Angels sing: Holiday music to brighten December days with inspiration and cheer

Hometown bucket list: Having promoted Fayetteville for 20 years working with the local visitors bureau, Melody Foote knew where the community gems were. Her new book shares that knowledge of ‘100 Things to Do.’

'The Best Christmas Pageant Ever'

7 Days of 7 Brew

Annual Holiday Member Exhibit

Christmas in the Park

FSO Jazz Quartet performs