Good morning. Dozens of people from Fayetteville to Wilmington urged state environmental regulators last week to reject a Wake County town’s request to pull water from the Cape Fear River without returning it.
Fuquay-Varina, a fast-growing Raleigh suburb, wants to take up to 6.17 million gallons per day from the Cape Fear River to keep up with demand for drinking water. Once the water has been used, the town wants to discharge the treated wastewater from its sewage treatment plants into the nearby Neuse River basin instead of the Cape Fear basin.
Critics say that would leave the Cape Fear River with less water for human consumption, industrial needs, wildlife, and recreation in Bladen, Brunswick, Columbus, Cumberland, and New Hanover counties. Read more in today’s top story.
Also in today’s newsletter: A new lawsuit filed by a former teacher and three students says Cumberland County Schools violated federal disability laws by delaying special education evaluations for children who needed help. NC Newsline originally published the story. Also, Cumberland County Public Library’s first artist in residence, Kia Love, is helping people reconnect with textile art.
Thanks for reading,
Sarah Nagem
Editor
Residents Urge State to Deny Wake County Town’s Request to Pull Water From the Cape Fear River
Fuquay-Varina wants to extract up to 6.17 million gallons per day and put the treated wastewater in the Neuse River basin.
More from CityView
Lawsuit Accuses Cumberland County Schools of Delaying Special Education Evaluations
Children waited months—sometimes more than a year—for assessments they were legally entitled to receive much sooner, according to the complaint filed in federal court.
Artist Kia Love Brings a Textile Tradition Back to Cumberland County Classrooms
Cumberland County Public Library’s first Artist in Residence is reviving textile traditions rooted in family history and sharing the craft with learners of all ages.
Events
ART EXHIBIT: FRAMING FORM
- Where: Arts Council Galleries at Campbell House, 482 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines
- When: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. today
- What: The Arts Council of Moore County welcomes you to view “Framing Form.” This show will feature photos by members of the Sandhills Photography Club and pottery by Beth E. Roy.
CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK
- Where: Arnette Park, 2165 Wilmington Highway, Fayetteville
- When: 6-9 p.m. today
- What: Remain comfortably in your vehicle and drive through the park while taking in the sights and sounds of the Christmas season.
PET PHOTOS WITH SANTA
- Where: Cross Creek Mall, 419 Cross Creek Mall, Fayetteville
- When: 11 a.m.-7 p.m. today
- What: Embrace the holiday spirit and create cherished memories with your loved ones, including your adorable pets, by visiting Santa!
Obituaries
Henry Lee Stallworth Jr.
Henry Lee Stallworth, 87, passed away on Sunday, November 30.
Michael Brown
Michael Brown, 70, passed away on Saturday, October 18.
Barbara Gurganious Schultz
Barbara Gurganious Schultz, 85, passed away on Sunday, November 30.
Until tomorrow!
🏛️ Residents can apply for upcoming vacancies for Fayetteville’s boards and commissions. An informational meeting will be from 6:30-7:30 p.m. December 16 at the FAST Center, 505 Franklin St. Applications are open through January 31 at FayettevilleNC.gov/Boards.
