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Fayetteville Public Works Commission wins Smart Energy Provider award

Fayetteville’s city-owned power company, the Public Works Commission, is one of 66 electric utilities to receive a Smart Energy Provider designation this year from the American Public Power …

Cumberland County Board of Education eyes joining federal suit 

The Cumberland County Board of Education will gather at 6 p.m. Tuesday at the Central Services Building for its final meeting of the year. Here are some key items to note from the agenda : …

At the southeastern edge of Cumberland County, Beaver Dam Elementary School is grappling with an issue faced by old school buildings across the country : hazardous levels of lead paint and dust. …

Falcons drop state title game to Hickory

Jerry Kramer, the Hall of Fame guard for the great Vince Lombardi Green Bay teams of the 1960s, once wrote that his old Packers didn’t lose, but on a few occasions they ran out of time. …

With the 2024 election cycle on the horizon, the filing period for North Carolina candidates closed Friday, and Cumberland County voters now have just under three months to decide who will get their support.

Here come the politicians: Candidate filing list for 2024 elections in Cumberland County

The following candidates are running for the legislature, the county commission and for District Court judge in Cumberland County 2024 election. The primary is March 5, 2024. The general …

'Hero' Stacey Buckner finds out Sunday whether she's CNN's winner

Stacey Buckner has been recognized both locally and nationally for her "Off-Road Outreach" service to homeless veterans. She was named one of CityView's Community Impact Award winners in November after having previously been named a top-10 finalist for CNN's Heroes award, a prize that focuses on service. On Sunday night, Bucknr will find out if she's the winner: CNN will broadcast a live tribute to the 10 finalists and name the top recipient, who gets $100,000 for their. Buckner's already there, but before departing Fayetteville she spoke with CityView's Bill Horner III about what's in store over the weekend. You’re leaving for New York when?

Jimmy Keefe announces he won't seek reelection

After 15 years on the board, Cumberland County Commissioner Jimmy Keefe announced Friday that he will not seek reelection in 2024.

You might think this is a time of respite for Tonya Strickland, Marcus Hedgepeth, Chris Dixon and Stephen Terry, given that the certified public accountants have put one tax season behind them in …

As the holidays commence, some military families are finding it hard to stretch their budgets to afford healthy, balanced meals.  This struggle is one aspect of low food security. The USDA …

Deadline for paying 2023 property taxes is Jan. 5

Cumberland County Tax Administration reminds citizens that property taxes for real estate and personal property listed in January 2023 will be delinquent if not paid by Jan. 5, 2024. Interest and …

CityView has been selected as a host newsroom partner for a reporting corp position through Report for America, the organization announced Thursday. CityView’s RFA application — one …

When it comes to talking state football championships at Seventy-First High School, no man has more experience than the guy who won a pair of them for the Falcons, then added another at South View and two more at Asheville Reynolds before retiring.

McLaurin, Seventy-First make bid for title against Hickory

Since he took over as Seventy-First head football coach in 2013, Duran McLaurin has consistently turned the Falcons into a winner again. Now he’s one game away from putting the final and most important brick into his impressive structure. On Friday, the Falcons make their first bid for a state 3-A football title under McLaurin as they take on Hickory in the NCHSAA 3-A title game at the University of North Carolina’s Kenan Stadium. Kickoff is at 7 p.m. Tickets are $15 at GoFan.com or digitally at the gate tonight. There will also be a $15 parking fee.   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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Jessie Bellflowers sworn in as Hope Mills mayor

Jessie Bellflowers, a 67-year-old former town commissioner, was sworn in Monday evening as the city's first newly elected mayor in over 12 years.  “On behalf of the board, we might not get it all right, but we are sure not going to get it intentionally wrong. And that’s a pledge,” Bellflowers said at the end of his first town meeting as Mayor. His top priorities …

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 …

Arts Council of Fayetteville|Cumberland County awards $21,575 in Artist Support Grants

The Arts Council of Fayetteville|Cumberland County has awarded $21,575 in funding in 2023 to individual artists for new works and professional development in 2024 as part of the Artist Support Grant …

Solomon set to join CityView's reporting team

Lexi Solomon, who’s worked in public safety and government watchdog reporter roles for The Fayetteville Observer, will join CityView’s reporting team this week.   At CityView, …

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