Good morning. Tuesday was the 120th anniversary of the creation of the Fayetteville Public Works Commission, the city-owned utility that provides electrical, water and sewer service to much of Fayetteville and the surrounding area, writes Paul Woolverton.
Now the PWC is the largest public power agency in North Carolina, and the 36th largest in the United States, said Tim Bryant, the PWC’s CEO and general manager.
The PWC marked the anniversary with a private celebration for its employees on Thursday. Read today’s lead story below.
Welcome to CityView Today. In today’s newsletter: The Town of Hope Mills warned its residents against phishing emails, in which the scammers pose as town officials; and the grandaughter of the new namesake of Fort Bragg, Pfc. Roland L. Bragg, will be in attendance today at the military base’s redesignation ceremony, writes Senior Columnist Bill Kirby Jr. in his Friday notes column.
Thanks for reading,
Valeria Cloës
Magazine Editor & Lead Copy Editor
Public Works Commission marks its 120th anniversary
“This milestone represents 120 years of service, 120 years of investment, and 120 years of being part of this vibrant community,” Bryant said in an email to CityView. “We are proud of our history and the good work we have done here in the Greater Fayetteville region. But we are just as excited about what is to come in the next 120 years.”
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Bill Kirby Jr.’s notes from the week
Events
LITERACY IN MOTION
- Where: Main Library, 455 McKinney Parkway, Lillington
- When: 10-11 a.m. today
- What: You’ve never learned your ABCs like this before! Move and groove while building early literacy skills in this fun, upbeat, hands-on program led by Arts Inspired Dance Academy.
CAMPBELL FIGHTING CAMELS BASEBALL
- Where: Jim Perry Stadium, 76 Upchurch Lane, Lillington
- When: 6 p.m. today
- What: Watch as the Campbell Fighting Camels face off against the Texas State San Marcos Bobcats!
LAFAYETTE EXHIBIT AT THE FAYETTEVILLE HISTORY MUSEUM
- Where: Fayetteville History Museum, 325 Franklin St., Fayetteville
- When: Today through March 14
- What: During regular operating hours, visit the Lafayette exhibits at the Fayetteville History Museum. These include items from his visit along with documents like the Liberty Point Resolves, proposing separation from England a full year before the Declaration of Independence!
Obituaries
Willie Nelson Starks Jr.
Willie Nelson Starks Jr., 64, of Fayetteville, passed away on Tuesday, March 4.
Catherine Hadley
Catherine Hadley, 77, of Fayetteville, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 27.
Kenneth A. Byrd Sr.
Kenneth A. Byrd Sr., 73, passed away on Monday, March 3.
Until tomorrow!
👑 The Cumberland County Public Library is hosting a Bridgerton Ball at 5 p.m. Thursday, March 20, in the Pate Room at Headquarters Library. Guests are encouraged to attend in period costumes, though formal attire is adequate.
~ Valeria
