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Board considers title, term of office changes

Members of the Spring Lake Board of Aldermen discussed changing their titles from “alderman” to “commissioner” and extending terms of office from two years to four years at …

Spring Lake board to discuss term limits and election cycles

The Spring Lake Board of Aldermen at their work session tonight will look at moving the Spring Lake municipal election to even years, extending term limits to four years and appropriating grant funds …

As the holidays near, I'm profoundly thankful for my family's unwavering support, a cornerstone in both my life and role as Spring Lake's mayor. I'm also grateful for leading our vibrant community …

The holiday season is rapidly approaching and for many, that means gatherings with family and big meals. For those who may be alone or unable to afford a holiday meal this Thanksgiving, here’s …

The Cumberland County Board of Education on Tuesday will consider approving the use of an app designed to support student mental health, decide the use of Gov. Roy Cooper’s one-time pre-K funds …

Cumberland County DSS preparing for Medicaid Expansion

The Cumberland County Department of Social Services (DSS) is preparing for the launch of North Carolina’s Medicaid Expansion on Dec. 1, 2023. An estimated 35,000 citizens in Cumberland …

Cumberland’s Connelly named N.C. Superintendent of the year

Cumberland County Schools’ Marvin Connelly has been named as the 2024 A. Craig Phillips North Carolina Superintendent of the Year. The award was presented Monday by the North Carolina …

The Spring Lake Board of Aldermen discussed supporting a program to address recidivism and the possibility of donating land to build two Habitat for Humanity neighborhoods, among other agenda items, …

How will 2024 election maps change Cumberland County?

Last month, North Carolina lawmakers enacted three new maps to revise the state's district maps for both chambers of the General Assembly and Congress.

Spring Lake celebrates Veterans Day, dedicates new mural

Over 250 people gathered on the corner of Main Street and Spring Avenue in Spring Lake Friday to honor veterans, past and present, at the Veteran’s Day and Mural Dedication ceremony.

Affordable housing on Monday's agenda for Spring Lake’s board

Spring Lake’s Board of Aldermen on Monday will hear a presentation from the Fayetteville Area Habitat for Humanity about how to create more affordable housing in Spring Lake, as well as a …

During Thursday’s agenda session, Cumberland County commissioners approved a number of items to be added to the consent agenda of their next regular meeting — including potential limits …

Mitch Colvin will join Tony Chavonne as the second longest-serving mayor in Fayetteville history while the Fayetteville City Council will have two new faces in Districts 2 and 5 in four weeks. …

Incumbent Fayetteville Mayor Mitch Colvin easily won a fourth term Tuesday, defeating challenger Freddie de la Cruz in the city’s municipal election by getting 65% of the ballots cast.

Spring Lake candidates outline top issues, priorities

With almost a complete overhaul during the town board’s last election cycle, Spring Lake voters will see 11 candidates on Tuesday’s general election ballot — with all six incumbents, including the town’s mayor, and five challengers.

For most families in Cumberland County, it isn’t time to start worrying about the 2024-25 school year just yet. But for those interested in enrolling their children in one of Cumberland County …

Mitch Colvin wants a fourth term as city mayor. Efrain “Freddie” de la Cruz wants Colvin’s gavel. Six incumbents want to remain on the Fayetteville City Council. Six …

Local Government Commission praises Spring Lake for fiscal stewardship

SPRING LAKE -- The Spring Lake Board of Aldermen earned praise Monday from the North Carolina Local Government Commission for responsible stewardship and efforts to get the town’s financial problems corrected.

Spring Lake board to set road closure for Veterans Day, mural unveiling

Spring Lake’s Board of Aldermen is expected on Monday to pass an ordinance declaring a road closure for the town’s Veterans Day ceremony. The board meets at 6 p.m. in the Grady Howard Conference Room of the Spring Lake municipal complex.

Interim town manager lauded by Spring Lake board

The Spring Lake Board of Aldermen on Monday applauded interim Town Manager Jason Williams — who also serves as the town's fire chief — by celebrating almost a year in the town’s top administrative position.

In November, incumbent mayor sees challenge from former alderwoman

Tuesday’s municipal primary election only includes contested primaries in Fayetteville, but in Spring Lake, a November mayoral contest is shaping up between former alderwoman Fredricka …

Spring Lake board to get update on Veterans Park on Monday

The Spring Lake Board of Aldermen expects to hear an update about improvements to Veterans Park and approve an amendment to the Special Events Advisory Committee bylaws at its regular meeting Monday.

Spring Lake board greets new interim finance officer

Spring Lake’s Board of Aldermen got an introduction to the town’s new interim finance officer — an appointee of the state employed to help the town regain its fiscal footing after a …

Spring Lake board to hear financial report from Local Government Commission

The Spring Lake Board of Aldermen is expected to receive a financial update from the N.C. Local Government Commission and decide on designating obsolete vehicles as surplus property. The board will meet at 6 p.m. Monday in the Grady Howard Conference Room at the Spring Lake municipal complex.

Board set to hear financial update, decide on surplus vehicles

The Spring Lake Board of Aldermen will receive a financial update from the N.C. Local Government Commission and consider declaring obsolete vehicles as surplus when it meets Monday. The meeting …

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