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

Richard Iwanski, the grandfather of Jada Johnson, a woman shot and killed by Fayetteville police, speaks to reporters during a news conference. Pictured right is Jada Johnson's grandmother, Maria Iwanski.

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 …

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Glenn Adams regains seat as Cumberland Commissioners chair

In a 4-1 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 4-1 vote …

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 …

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, …

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 …

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N.C. High School Athletic Association’s Commissioner Que Tucker.

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 …

DeMarcus Brodie stands with his arms around his mother, Wanda Tucker, and his aunt, Anita McSwain.

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.

The North Carolina Department of Transportation made a video to promote that signs that directed motorists to Fort Bragg were updated with the Army post’s new name, Fort Liberty, in November.

N.C. spends $163,000 to replace ‘Fort Bragg’ road signs with ‘Fort Liberty’ signs

Fort Bragg became Fort Liberty nearly six months ago, but street and highway signs that direct drivers to America’s largest Army base didn’t get updated until this past month. The …

Fayetteville Police Chief Kemberle Braden announced Wednesday night that a 31-year-old police officer in the department has been arrested for criminal activity.

Second Fayetteville police officer faces multiple criminal charges

A second Fayetteville Police officer has been arrested within less than two months and charged with criminal activity, Tamyra Billings, 31, who was hired in 2021, was arrested Wednesday night …

Features

CAPE FEAR REGIONAL THEATRE

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 …

CAPE FEAR REGIONAL THEATRE

'TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE'

Steps Caregivers Can Take To Manage Stress When Caring For Older Loved Ones

Every year since 1983, November has been proclaimed National Family Caregivers Month. It’s a time to “recognize the love and sacrifice of millions of American caregivers” and …

A Dickens Holiday

The 24th annual installment of "A Dickens Holiday" in downtown Fayetteville on Nov. 24 drew thousands of people with a holiday shopping market, a gingerbread house contest and horse-drawn carriages.

One of the event's horse-drawn carriages.

Mark (left) and Asher Czarnecki.

Andrew Batang (left), Sophia Baker, Olivia Baker, Zanyah Matthews and Aiyasia Davis.

David (left), Joseph and Anneke Dayton.

Julie Madler (left), Sarah Theby, Ezri Theby and Kira Theby.

Blake (left) and Adelyn Jones, llama Sebastian and Rachael Lillich.

Danae (back row left), Meredith, Rob, Jude and (front row) Amara Belton.

Gary Skillestad (left), Alexis Skillestad, Deshawn Lewis and Timothy Ward.

Eliud (back row left), Lauren, Kali and (front row) Jackson Temblador.

Amara (left), Emely and Maia Gonzalez.

Barbra Rivera (left), Sarah Maymard and Dorthy Commo.

Back row, from left to right: Rachel Stegall, Emma Stegall, Susan Stegall, Mabel Jackson and Cierra Batson. Front row: Oakleigh Batson (left) and Payton Jackson.

Charles (left) and Karen White.

Violet (left), Justin, Lorelai and Courtney Burr.

Andy Kotz (left), Trent Palmer, Ed McCloud, Donnie Stafford and Art Bisbee.

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GivingTuesday Spotlight: BETTER HEALTH

Third in a series: During GivingTuesday, CityView Today is spotlighting a few of the 79 nonprofit agencies supported by the Cumberland Community Foundation’s annual observance of the global day …

Fighting for connection: Rethinking holiday conversations

It’s just like you imagined: the metallic gift-wrapped gifts shine in the twinkling red and white lights. The air is briskly sharp beyond the windows, but inside, the fire pops and crackles. …

Fayetteville's first food truck court opens in Haymount

As Black Friday shoppers were scurrying to cash in on post-Thanksgiving deals, Jordan Sherrod and Chris Beaty, the owners of the brand-new Haymount Truck Stop — Fayetteville’s first food …

The most important day of the year

What I am about to write may sound strange coming from a Presbyterian pastor, but I truly believe that Thanksgiving might be the most important day of our year. Now, don’t get me wrong, …

GivingTuesday Spotlight: MILLER’S CREW

First in a series: During GivingTuesday, CityView Today is spotlighting a few of the 79 nonprofit agencies supported by the Cumberland Community Foundation’s annual observance of the global day …

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The Fayetteville Public Works Commission

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Tisha Waddell: Resigned from the City Council in November, leaving a five-page letter containing allegations against Mayor Mitch Colvin and others.

Untangling the twists behind a proposal to leverage the PWC for 30 years

Fayetteville Councilwoman Tisha Waddell resigned abruptly in November, alleging that Mayor Mitch Colvin withheld information from the council in an attempt to bring in a private equity firm to operate the PWC.

Waddell says she’ll apologize if her allegations prove unfounded

Former Councilwoman Tisha Waddell alleges that Mayor Mitch Colvin and city bond attorney Jonathan Charleston privately pushed for a concession agreement with Bernhard Capital Partners. She says the council should have been more involved.

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

7 Days of 7 Brew

Annual Holiday Member Exhibit

Christmas in the Park

FTCC Modert Textiles Art Exhibit

Holiday Lights in the Garden