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

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This ‘The Best Christmas Pageant’ may be the best yet
Hide your lunch. The Herdmans are back in town.  The Cape Fear Regional Theater opened its yearly traditional Christmas offering, “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever!,” over the …
The Kirby File: Longtime news-talk radio personality signs off in emotional farewell
Your emotions can sneak up on you. And so, they did on this Friday morning before the sun was up, and Jeff Goldberg was preparing for what would be his final radio cast of “Good Morning, …
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Woodpeckers Holiday Lights opening Friday night at Segra Stadium

The Fayetteville Woodpeckers are ready to light up the holiday season Friday night with the opening of Segra Stadium’s Holiday Lights. From Friday, Dec. 8, to Saturday, Dec. 23, the ballpark …

What to expect, how to prepare for this winter
With about two weeks left until winter officially begins, it’s a critical time to prepare for the frosty days ahead. Here’s what to expect, along with some tips from the Cumberland County …
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The Snowball Express back in Fayetteville
The Gary Sinise Foundation Snowball Express returned to Fayetteville on Dec. 2  to fly Gold Star families — families who have lost a loved one in active duty after Sept. 11, 2001 — …
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Hope Mills inaugurates new board members, makes committee appointments
Hope Mills’ Board of Commissioners — which bid farewell to Mayor Jackie Warner and Commissioner Grilley Mitchell — welcomed in new Mayor Jessie Bellflowers and Commissioner Elyse …
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Spend the Holidays with the Fayetteville Symphony

It’s the greatest time of year to celebrate the holiday season with the FSO.
Obituaries
Delores Anne Holt
Delores Anne Holt, born July 20, 1937, in Shenandoah, Pennsylvania, peacefully passed away on December 1, 2023, in Fayetteville, North Carolina after a prolonged illness. She was the beloved daughter …
Dewey Ray McLamb
Mr. Dewey Ray McLamb, 68, of Fayetteville died October 7, 2023.  Dewey served in the US Navy for close to 2 years. He was awarded teh National Defense Service Medal.  After serving in the …
Mr. Deonnta NaShon Akeim McCallum
Deonnta NaShon Akeim McCallum of 1970 North Roberts Avenue, Apartment 103A of Lumberton, North Carolina transitioned from this earthly life on December 2, 2023 at the Duke Medical Center in Dunham, …
Mr. James Alexander Brown
Mr. James Alexander Brown of 3232 North Chicken Road transitioned from this earthly tabernacle to his eternal home on December 3, 2023 at the UNC Southeastern Medical Center in Lumberton, North …
Chyrl Garrett-Weber
Chyrl Gray Garrett-Weber, 69, of Pinehurst passed away at Duke Raleigh Hospital on November 14th, 2023. Chyrl was born in Greenville, South Carolina. She is the daughter of Elizabeth Gray …
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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 …
After Fayetteville police officer Dillon Hoke shot and killed DeMarcus Brodie on Thanksgiving, Brodie’s family is still looking for answers.
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.
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