After years of waiting on a plan from Fayetteville State University that never materialized, Fayetteville is turning to a private development team to build affordable housing on city-owned vacant land along Murchison Road. The City Council voted on December 8 to allow JBS Developers to build Central Park Villas, a garden-style, 84-unit community serving low- […]
Rachel Heimann Mercader
Rachel Heimann Mercader is CityView's government reporter, covering the City of Fayetteville. She has reported in Memphis, the Bay Area (California), Naples (Florida), and Chicago, covering a wide range of stories that center community impact and institutional oversight.
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Judge Rules Fayetteville Not Required To Pay For Four Burst Dams
A nearly decade‑long legal battle over whether Fayetteville taxpayers should repair private dams blown out by Hurricane Matthew abruptly ended Friday when a Superior Court judge dismissed the case moments before it was set to go to the jury. The lawsuit centered on whether Fayetteville had effectively used the Homeowners Association’s lakes as part of […]
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Councilwoman Brenda McNair’s Former Opponent Files Ethics Complaint
The Ethics Commission met Monday to discuss the complaint from local activist Kathy Greggs, but will continue deliberations.
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City Council and Activists Demand Accountability After Botched Press Release
Fayetteville council members push for accountability after Loren Bymer’s press release miscommunicates a council vote.
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Council and Activists Press City Manager After Spokesperson’s Botched Press Release
They say the city manager must take action after a city spokesperson released inaccurate information.
Posted inEnvironment
Warming Centers Open in Cumberland County During Cold Snap
Cumberland County and Fayetteville partners open White Flag Shelter and warming centers Dec. 8–12, offering meals, transportation, and safe spaces during forecasted below‑freezing temperatures.
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Fayetteville Police Seek Help Identifying Woman Whose Body Was Left at Funeral Home
Fayetteville police seek public help identifying an elderly woman left at a funeral home; no foul play suspected, digital image released to restore her identity and dignity.
Posted inCourts & Justice
Judge Dismisses Lawsuit in Fayetteville Police Shooting of Jada Johnson
U.S. District Court Judge James C. Dever III ruled that officers did not use excessive force when they fatally shot 22-year-old Johnson.
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Mayor Pro Tem Vote Exposes Divisions in New Fayetteville City Council
An inauguration ceremony celebrated collaboration, but a divisive vote exposed fault lines that could shape the next two years.
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Three New Fayetteville Council Members, One Clear Message: Accountability Starts Now
Fayetteville elected Stephon Ferguson, Antonio Jones, and Shaun McMillan to city council, pledging transparency, accountability, economic opportunity, and responsive governance rooted in community engagement.
