Republican Susan Chapman and Democrat Frances Jackson are running for the N.C. House District 45 seat. The seat is currently held by John Szoka, who is running for an at-large seat on the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners.
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Meet the candidates for N.C. House District 42
Republican Gloria Carrasco is running against Democratic incumbent Marvin Lucas for the N.C. House 42 seat. The district includes Spring Lake, Fort Bragg and part of Fayetteville.
Posted inBusiness & Economy, News, Education
Business Notebook for Oct. 30
In this week’s notebook: Fayetteville Academy names Norman “Blair’’ Fisher as the next head of school; two are recognized for support of Cumberland County Schools; Fort Bragg job fair set for Thursday.
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Business Notebook for Oct. 23
In this week’s notebook: Nikeisha Waring hired as Cumberland County’s first chief diversity officer, Dominique Hall hired as Cumberland County’s new human resources director, Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office recognized for its work with military law enforcement, the county Department of Social Services has merged its website with Cumberland County government, city of Fayetteville receives budget award.
Posted inObituaries
Richard Matthews Sr.
Richard A. Matthews, Sr., 74, of Swansboro, passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2022. He was born in Dunn, to the late Howard and Elma Matthews on May 14, 1948. He proudly served in the …
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Business Notebook for Oct. 16
In this week’s notebook: Dr. James Lester to receive the 2022 North Carolina Academy of Family Physicians Community Preceptor Award; Jalisha C. Pone joins Methodist University as senior director for development; the N.C. Department of Transportation is holding workshops for small and disadvantaged business owners; Cumberland County Cooperative Extension to hold charcuterie board workshop.
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Business Notebook for Oct. 9
In this week’s notebook: Lisa Kennedy Geddie promoted to president of Coldwell Banker Advantage’s Sandhills region; Red Hat to be at Fayetteville Technical Community College to discuss job opportunities, training options; Methodist earns ‘Best for Vets’ ranking; Cooperative Extension to conduct Master Gardener volunteer training.
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Library taking part in ‘31 Days of Love’ campaign for pets
The Cumberland County Public Library is participating in the “31 Days of Love” campaign to benefit animals at the county animal shelter. All library locations are accepting donations …
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Business Notebook for Oct. 2
In this week’s notebook: Larry Keen and Amy Cannon are recognized for their support of a local leadership program; Harnett Health completes its switch to Epic, a new electronic medical records system.
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Chad Christopher Cooper
Chad Christopher Cooper, 51, passed from liver and kidney failure on Sept. 21, 2022, at Emory Johns Creek Hospital in Georgia with family and close friends by his side. Chad is survived by his …
