Fayetteville to Explore Building Downtown Convention Center
Mayor Mitch Colvin urged the City Council to explore a city‑led feasibility study for a downtown convention center, arguing the city must take charge of revitalization after years of county investments outside the area.
Cumberland Commissioners Pick Contractors to Rehab Crown Arena, Theatre
In a 5-1 vote, the Board of Commissioners chose T.A. Loving of Goldsboro and Metcon of Pembroke to manage and build the renovations.
Cumberland County Approves Design for $17 Million Unhoused Support Center
Commissioners haven’t selected a site for the facility. The county aims to open the shelter serving homeless people by the end of 2027.
Fayetteville Breaks Ground on McArthur Road Sports Complex
Fayetteville leaders broke ground on the long‑planned McArthur Road Sports Complex, a $21 million project they say will expand recreation for residents while drawing sports‑tourism events that boost the city’s economy.
Cumberland Wants State to Make Chemours Fix Filters, Pay for Public Water
Cumberland County commissioners say the state has not sufficiently made the chemical company comply with obligations to assist after contaminating drinking water wells with PFAS.
Errant Animals Caused 222 Power Outages for Fayetteville PWC Customers in 2025
There were four major power failures in 2025 and hundreds of smaller ones thanks to crispy critters, equipment failure, falling trees, and contractors.
Cumberland Commissioners Schedule Hearing on Data Center Moratorium
The public can comment on plans for a temporary ban during the hearing on May 18.
More Business & Economy Coverage
Life in the Shadow of Big Beaver
As Buc-ee’s expands its range north, other parts of the gas-station and convenience store eco-system are feeling the squeeze. Photojournalist Kate Medley documents their survival.
Cumberland County Commissioners to Consider Data Center Moratorium
Commissioners will discuss a draft moratorium on Thursday. A vote on a temporary ban on data centers could come following a public hearing in May.
County to Temporarily Reopen Courthouse Parking Lot
The lot will soon offer 100 spaces as Commissioners Chair Kirk deViere says an announcement on what happens next at the site could come in May.
Project Bringing Water Service to 2 Gray’s Creek Schools 60% Complete
The $11 million project includes more than 3 miles of pipe to replace drinking water wells contaminated with PFAS forever chemicals.
Roy Cooper Talks Iran War, Low Prices, Health Care, Data Centers in Fayetteville Stop
The Democratic former governor, now running for U.S. Senate, says the 2026 campaign ‘is going to be a tough, close race’ against Republican Michael Whatley.
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