Beleaguered Republican candidate for governor Mark Robinson greeted fans, skipped tough questions at the Fayetteville Motor Speedway. While most of his campaign staff quit, his voters are standing by their man.
Paul Woolverton
Paul Woolverton is CityView's senior reporter, covering courts, local politics, and Cumberland County affairs. He joined CityView from The Fayetteville Observer, where he worked for more than 30 years. He can be reached at pwoolverton@cityviewnc.com.
Posted inElections
Following two-week lawsuit delay, military and civilian absentee voting gets underway
What you need to know if you want to request and cast an absentee ballot
Posted inBusiness & Economy, Culture, News, Place, Politics & Government
Cumberland commissioners OK $2M for design of downtown parking deck
Park deck to total $33 million, open in April 2026. Commissioners also approve $3.4 million for Crown Event Center. Commissioner Faircloth votes “no.”
Posted inCourts & Justice, News, Faith & Religion, Place, Politics & Government
Cumberland County Homeless Support Center still more than two years away
There are still unanswered questions on how it will be designed and what services it will provide.
Posted inBusiness & Economy, News, Environment, Health, Politics & Government
PWC’s ‘forever chemical’ filter system price rises more than $31 million
Fayetteville Public Works Commission to spend $111.2 million to get PFAS out of its drinking water, up from $80 million.
Posted inEducation
Who was Chancellor Darrell Allison before Fayetteville State University?
Former lobbyist and first-generation college grad brought his life experience to FSU
Posted inEducation
An Unconventional Chancellor Keeps His Cool
Fayetteville State University Chancellor Darrell T. Allison speaks during a topping out ceremony on July 10, 2024, to celebrate the construction of a $50 million residence hall that will house 338 students starting in August 2025. “We’re witnessing progress here, on this campus here, at Fayetteville State University,” he said. Credit: Paul Woolverton / CityView […]
Posted inElections
Voting is about to start for the General Election — here is who’s on the ballot
And learn more about absentee ballots, early voting, photo ID, a constitutional amendment, North Carolina’s eight political parties, and more.
Posted inBusiness & Economy
For sale: The Cameo Art House Theatre in downtown Fayetteville
The Cameo Art House Theatre in downtown Fayetteville is for sale. If no one takes over, the independent cinema will shut down after 24 years in business.
Posted inBusiness & Economy, Culture, Food & Drink, Military, Politics & Government
ABC Board rejects holiday liquor store sales in Cumberland County
Liquor stores to remain closed on Labor Day, New Year’s Day and July 4. But they will start selling gift cards, tchotchkes and barrels that were used to age bourbon.
