Column: Cumberland County Honors Lives Lost on 9/11
Bill Kirby Jr.’s notes from the week, including 9/11 observances, a historic day for Gray’s Creek, White Coat Ceremony for School of Medicine students, and a baptism at Festival Park.
Fayetteville PWC Votes to Increase Electricity Surcharge on September 1
The increase in the Power Supply Adjustment rate is to cover wholesale electricity bills that were $18.1 million higher than expected.
Fayetteville PWC Raising Electric Rates for Second Time This Year
Increased Power Supply Adjustment could hit bills on September 1 as city utility passes along increased costs thanks to ‘elevated demand’ during a cold winter.
State Awards $37.9 Million in Loans for Water, Sewer Projects in Cumberland
Projects include rehabilitating two water wells, expanding a sewage treatment plant, and improving sewer and water systems in Spring Lake.
Errant Animals Caused 222 Power Outages for Fayetteville PWC Customers in 2025
There were four major power failures in 2025 and hundreds of smaller ones thanks to crispy critters, equipment failure, falling trees, and contractors.
PWC OKs $133.7 Million Project to Filter ‘Forever Chemicals’ from Water
The building-sized filter systems are for the P.O. Hoffer and the Glennville Lake water treatment facilities.
Despite Opposition, Fayetteville PWC Approves Boost in Electricity Prices
New Public Works Commission electricity fees and rates start on May 1, with a second increase in May 2027.
