Column: Longest Serving State Governor Remembered from Raleigh to Cumberland County and Beyond
“Gov. Hunt was one of the finest men I ever knew,” former N.C. Rep. Billy Richardson of Cumberland County says about Jim Hunt, the late four-term governor, who died at age 88 on Thursday.
Spring Lake Swears in New Board and Elects Mayor Pro Tem
Newly elected Spring Lake commissioners were sworn in during the board’s last meeting of the year.
Newly Elected Hope Mills Commissioners Get Early Look at Board Business
Four incoming commissioners observed the final meeting of the current board, with a swearing-in and reorganization set for December 1.
Newly elected Spring Lake leadership reflect on 2025 election cycle
Spring Lake will see a mix of new and returning faces to the board of commissioners.
Spring Lake commissioners discuss creation of emergency response protocols
Spring Lake’s Board of Commissioners discussed potential safety protocols to be implemented by the town in the event of an emergency.
Cumberland County election officials see uptick in early voting rates
With Fayetteville’s primary election fast approaching, Cumberland County election officials report an uptick in early voter turnout compared to the municipal election cycle in 2023.
The NC Office of the State Auditor is investigating Hope Mills. Here’s why.
The Town of Hope Mills is under an investigation by the North Carolina Office of the State Auditor, according to public records obtained by CityView.
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Spring Lake commissioners approve over $600,000 for street and stormwater system repairs
In a 3-1 vote, Spring Lake commissioners on Monday night approved a $639,800 budget amendment that allocates funding for ongoing street and stormwater system repairs and the installation of new drive-up kiosks where town residents can pay their water bills.
Here are the top issues newly elected Spring Lake officials will face after fall election
Every seat on the Spring Lake Board of Commissioners, as well as the position of mayor, will be on the ballot in this fall’s municipal elections. Several candidates are vying for the positions.
Municipal elections are coming up: Here’s a quick guide to help you get prepared
Ahead of elections in Cumberland County, we compiled a brief guide to help you stay in the know.
Why are my Spring Lake property taxes rising?
Residents of the Woodland West neighborhood in Spring Lake showed up en masse to Monday’s meeting, explaining that their bills are significantly higher than those they received just a year ago.
Spring Lake approves bulk water rate increase
The Spring Lake Board of Commissioners unanimously approved an amendment to the town’s water and sewer fee schedule, an over $250,000 budget amendment and authorized the sale of surplus property.
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