Good morning. Jennifer Green, director of Cumberland County’s Department of Public Health, is committed to making a difference in her community. She makes time to attend as many of the department’s public meetings as she can. She goes on radio shows to discuss health topics and the department’s services. She goes to community events and town halls, passing out informational pamphlets and speaking with residents.
During the Covid-19 pandemic, she produced videos to address misinformation and set up drive-thru vaccination clinics. She was recognized, along with her department, by then-Gov. Roy Cooper as a “shining example of high-quality local government.” Last month, the American Medical Association honored her work with the Outstanding Government Service Award. Check out our feature profile of Green in our lead story today.
Welcome to CityView Today. Also in today’s newsletter: the Public Works Commission board voted to boost water and sewer prices by 10.9% over two years. The PWC commissioners were told this month that rising costs of building and maintaining the water and sewer system are driving the rate increase. And the Spring Lake Board of Commissioners on Monday unanimously approved a $1.5 million capital project ordinance allowing for necessary repairs to be made to the town’s wastewater treatment plant. The facility sustained damage due to widespread flooding caused by Hurricane Florence in September 2018.
Thanks for reading,
Maydha Devarajan
Interim Editor-in-Chief
All in a day’s work: County public health director receives national award
The American Medical Association recognized Jennifer Green, director of Cumberland County’s Department of Public Health, with the Outstanding Government Service Award. Green said she’s just doing her job.
More from CityView
PWC board votes to boost water and sewer prices 10.9% over two years
Increase of 5.5% on May 1, then another 5.4% in May 2026.
Spring Lake commissioners approve funds to repair wastewater plant damaged by Hurricane Florence
Board unanimously approved a $1.5 million capital project ordinance allowing for repairs to be made to the town’s wastewater treatment plant.
Events
PRESCHOOL SENSORY PLAY TIME
- Where: Main Library, 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington
- When: 10 a.m-noon today
- What: Preschoolers will explore textures, sounds, and colors through engaging activities designed to stimulate their senses and foster creativity.
YOGA AT THE GARDEN
- Where: Cape Fear Botanical Garden, 536 N. Eastern Blvd., Fayetteville
- When: 6-7 p.m. today
- What: Practice this calm Eastern exercise taught by instructor, Ashley Clayton. All levels welcome!
MUSIC BINGO
- Where: James Creek Cider House, 172 U.S.-1, Cameron
- When: 7-9 p.m. today
- What: Join this exciting game of music bingo!
Obituaries
James Lester Jr.
James Lester Jr., 71, of Lumberton, passed away on Monday, Feb. 24.
Richard Mullington “Dick” Lewis Jr.
Richard Mullington “Dick” Lewis Jr. passed away on Saturday, Feb. 22.
Winfred Jerry Bordeaux
Winfred Jerry Bordeaux, 56, of Fayetteville, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 16.
Until tomorrow!
📚 The Cumberland County Public Library is hosting its 16th Annual Storytelling Festival between March 1-31. The free festival features authors, stories and performances at libraries across the county, with programs geared towards children and readers of all ages. The month-long celebration, supported by a grant from the Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County, “promotes literacy, encourages inclusion and sparks creativity for everyone in the community.”
~ Maydha
