Why Charles Evans Is Running for Cumberland County Board of Commissioners
The former commissioner says he is concerned about government transparency, unfinished projects, water and infrastructure, and rising tax bills.
Why Veronica Jones Is Running for Cumberland County Board of Commissioners
The first-term incumbent focuses on public safety, education, and responsible growth and infrastructure.
Why Greg West Is Running for Cumberland County Board of Commissioners
The 24-year school board member says he will prioritize education, infrastructure, and economic development if he moves to the county commission.
Why Ron Ross Is Running for Cumberland County Board of Commissioners
The Gray’s Creek community activist is focused on fiscal responsibility, stronger communities, and smart growth.
Cumberland County Proposes Tight Restrictions for Data Centers
The ordinance would regulate the location and visibility of data centers, how much noise they make, proximity to neighbors, water use, and other aspects of the facilities.
Chemours to Pay $455 Million for Fayetteville Works Contamination
The company will pay the sum over the next 15 years for contamination caused by its plant on the border of Cumberland and Bladen counties.
Cumberland County Close to Settling Forever Chemicals Lawsuit With Chemours
A judge ruled in 2025 that DuPoint and Chemours contaminated drinking water in the county. Now, it’s a question of how much the companies will pay in damages.
More Environment Coverage
Fayetteville Punts Data Center Regulations to Late October
The City Council voted to revise the city’s proposed regulations for the massive computing warehouses to address public concerns and reconsider them this fall.
Column: It’s Never Too Soon to Prepare for Hurricane Season
Insurance owner Alexandra Lysik says it’s always a good idea to review your home and business policies to know what’s covered by hurricane or tropical storm damage.
Fayetteville Holds Public Hearing for Data Center Regulations on Monday
As the council considers an ordinance, Eastover objects to a 300-megawatt project, and Cumberland County holds a community meeting on Tuesday.
Is North Carolina Ready for an Invasion of Bee-Killing Hornets?
After creeping north for three years, the yellow-legged hornet has arrived. Both hobbyists and professional beekeepers are gearing up for a fight.
State Awards $37.9 Million in Loans for Water, Sewer Projects in Cumberland
Projects include rehabilitating two water wells, expanding a sewage treatment plant, and improving sewer and water systems in Spring Lake.
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