The Hope Mills Board of Commissioners voted 3-2 to pass a resolution Monday censuring fellow board member Elyse Craver, who has been accused of making racially discriminatory comments.
Jason Canady
Jason Canady is an award-winning writer and poet from Fayetteville.
He has covered the Hope Mills municipality for CityView and contributes to CityView Magazine.
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After 25 years, Cameo Art House Theater passes torch to new generation
“We’re excited to do this because the Cameo is a staple of Fayetteville and downtown. It’s important to keep it open.”
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Hope Mills considers landscape maintenance proposal to improve roads
“The object would be to entice business development within the town. First impressions are lasting,” said Don Sisko, the town’s public works director.
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Review: Cape Fear Regional Theatre brings a hilarious rendition of ‘9 to 5: The Musical’ to the stage
After preview shows on Thursday and Friday, Cape Fear Regional Theatre’s first production of the season, ‘9 to 5: The Musical,’ officially opened Saturday night — and it was every bit as hilarious as it was entertaining.
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Hope Mills begins updating land use plan
“It is a living, actionable document that allows us to make recommendations on rezoning cases and the vision we want to see for the area.”
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Hope Mills commissioners settle on date for next year’s July 4 fireworks show
The Parks and Recreation Department emphasized the urgency in securing a fireworks contract quickly, pointing to scheduling challenges and the potential for high costs.
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Hope Mills economic initiative aims to empower businesses and families
“This isn’t just another program; it’s a game-changer for the people of Hope Mills.”
Posted inCulture, Education
Fayetteville State University’s “Be A Wolf” is heading to the world stage
As the Fayetteville State University Theatre Department debuts “Be A Wolf” on the global stage, the play carries a universal question to audiences: What does it mean to confront the monster within?
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Hope Mills board votes to change town charter for staggered 4-year terms
The Hope Mills Board of Commissioners voted 3-2 on Monday to amend the town’s charter to establish four-year staggered terms for elected board members. Until now, the mayor and commissioners have served two-year terms.
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Fayetteville’s new professional basketball team, Fayetteville Liberty, will make its debut in March 2026 with its inaugural season
Robert Lee Edwards Jr., owner of the new Fayetteville Liberty basketball team, is a retired Army Chief Warrant Officer 2 and hopes the team will make a positive impact off and on the court
