Cumberland County Gets $36 Million for Projects in New State Budget
Local leaders sought major investments in water, schools, mental health, and public safety. The new state budget delivers far less.
Why Demetrius Stocks Is Running for Cumberland County Board of Education
The Cape Fear High School graduate and former district employee discusses student success, accountability, and strengthening support for Cumberland County families.
The Commerce Secretary and the Unprecedented Revolt Against Data Centers
Lee Lilley grew up in small-town Williamston and knows the need for rural jobs. But he’s facing growing grassroots disenchantment over data centers.
16 Candidates File to Run for Cumberland County Board of Education
Candidates are seeking three at-large school board seats. One seat is vacant, one incumbent isn’t running, and the other incumbent is seeking a second term.
Photos: Hundreds Turn Out for Inaugural ‘Dogwood Nights’
‘Back to School” bash kicks off Fayetteville Dogwood Festival’s new event series, which fills Hay Street in downtown on the second Saturday each month.
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.
Why Broxie Pone Is Running for Cumberland County Board of Education
Broxie Pone says serving on the Cumberland County Board of Education has been a goal decades in the making.
More Politics & Government Coverage
Cumberland County Sheriff Johnathan Morgan to Retire December 1
After 29 years in law enforcement—and losing the Democratic primary in March—Morgan formally submits retirement notice to county commissioners.
Grabbed and Shaken: Lawsuit Alleges Hostile Workplace at Fayetteville Police
Three employees in the department’s Central Records Unit allege they faced retaliation, racial discrimination, and other unfair treatment.
City, County Move Forward on Combining 911 Call Centers
Under pressure to combine 911 operations, city and county leaders decide to create a 9-member governing board. They plan to hire a consultant to assist with the merger.
Why Chris Young Is Running for Cumberland County Board of Education
After more than two decades working in Cumberland County Schools, Chris Young says he’s seen what helps schools succeed—and where the district can improve.
National Democrats Target GOP House Leader’s Fayetteville District
Veteran Richard Ojeda is trying to unseat Rep. Richard Hudson in a Republican-leaning district that includes Fort Bragg.
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