How Two Duke Alumni Helped Conservatives Take Over the NEH
The Trump administration fired most of the National Endowment for the Humanities’ advisory board last year. Two Duke-trained political theorists are key figures now running the agency.
A Resident’s Guide to Fayetteville’s Budget Process
The budget process starts long before the City Council approves it in June. Residents play a role at several key moments, from early feedback to a public hearing before it’s approved.
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.
‘How Did We Get Here?’: Hope Mills Mayor Responds to Critical Audit of Town Finances
Town officials blamed outdated, unapproved policies and urgent safety needs for the audit’s findings, pledging tighter controls going forward.
Hope Mills Audit Uncovers Deep Financial Mismanagement
A state audit found Hope Mills drained its savings, skirted budget rules, approved raises without documentation, and mishandled public funds in ways that could exhaust cash by 2028.
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.
More Politics & Government Coverage
Fayetteville Police Arrest Mother of Student Who Brought Gun to School
A student with an unloaded firearm triggered a weapons detector at Lucile Souders Elementary. The student’s mom was charged with failing to properly store a firearm.
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.
Fayetteville Approves 4-Month Delay for Data Center Moratorium
The Fayetteville City Council approved a 120-day delay in considering a moratorium on data center developments just weeks after pausing efforts to regulate them.
Cumberland Elections Director on Paid Leave as Republicans Pursue Her Firing
Elections Director Angie Amaro was put on leave following a Cumberland County Board of Elections meeting on Thursday.
Sober Living Home Ignites Opposition in Haymount Neighborhood
City officials and residents say the business violates zoning rules; the owner says she’s being harassed and unfairly targeted.
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