Good morning. The federal government entered day two of a shutdown yesterday after the U.S. Senate failed to pass a funding bill earlier this week.
The shutdown has direct impacts on Fort Bragg soldiers, their families and veterans in Cumberland County. Without federal funding, soldiers are required to work without pay until a bill is passed. Most civilian employees on post are sent home, also without pay. Services and programs on Fort Bragg deemed non-essential are limited or halted.
“Fort Bragg is committed to continuing essential services for soldiers, families and the community during the government shutdown,” a Fort Bragg spokesperson told CityView. “While many civilian employees will be furloughed, the Fort Bragg Garrison team will prioritize maintaining life, health and safety functions on the installation.” Read our lead story for more.
Welcome to CityView Today. In today’s newsletter, the Cameo Art House Theater on Hay Street is changing ownership to the CAMEO Collective, a newly created 501(c)(3) nonprofit. The Cameo, which opened 25 years ago, announced this new chapter on social media on Wednesday. Plus, Bill Kirby Jr. addresses the Sept. 7 shooting in Brunswick County, which killed three people and injured five. Kirby, who has frequented the waterfront restaurant where the shooting occurred, recaps statements from the Brunswick County District Attorney Jon David, Gov. Josh Stein and more in his Friday notes column.
Thanks for reading,
Valeria Cloës
Magazine Editor & Lead Copy Editor
Fort Bragg adjusts operations during the federal government shutdown. Here’s what’s open and closed
Fort Bragg adjusted its operations due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, including limiting and halting family and soldier services not deemed essential.
More from CityView
After 25 years, Cameo Art House Theater passes torch to new generation
“We’re excited to do this because the Cameo is a staple of Fayetteville and downtown. It’s important to keep it open.”
THE KIRBY FILE: ‘You are not alone in your heartache or pain,’ Gov. Stein consoles Southport residents. ‘You do not grieve alone.’
Bill Kirby Jr.’s notes from the week.
Events
RISE YOGA FRIDAYS
- Where: Lake Rim Park, 2214 Tar Kiln Drive, Fayetteville
- When: 8-9 a.m. today
- What: Join us for Rise Yoga Fridays — a free, refreshing outdoor yoga experience at Lake Rim Park every Friday!
CAMERON ANTIQUE FAIR
- Where: Cameron Historic District, 485 Carthage St., Cameron
- When: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. today
- What: Join us in Cameron for the Antique Street Fair!
MEET THE AUTHOR: RYLEE HAYES
- Where: The Great Room at Weymouth, 555 E. Connecticut Ave., Southern Pines
- When: 11 a.m.-noon today
- What: Meet Rylee Hayes, author of The World’s Brightest Jack-o-Lantern.
Obituaries
Irving Ray Drake
Reverend Irving Ray Drake passed away on Monday, Sept. 22.
Hattie Bell Fowler
Hattie Bell Fowler, 90, passed away on Tuesday, Sept. 30.
Joetta King
Joetta King, 63, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 27.
Until tomorrow!
🐶 The Fayetteville Animal Protection Society is hosting an event this evening to fundraise for the no-kill animal shelter. Woofstock 2025 will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Cape Fear Botanical Garden, with local food, entertainment and more. For more information, click here.
~ Valeria
