Column: A special day for a former county commissioner at a special place
“Quality of life is important,” says Jimmy Keefe, who received the Order of the Longleaf Pine, the state’s highest civilian award, on April 15 at the Larry J. Keen Fire & Rescue Training Center. “I was just a small part. I’m just a blip on the radar, but this means so much. It’s humbling and…
Cumberland County passes on amusement park plans, dives instead into aquatic complex project
City and county officials discussed potential upcoming projects in the region, including a proposed aquatic center, at a Thursday liaison meeting.
Downtown Fayetteville’s Crown Event Center construction costs slightly above initial estimates
The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners’ Crown Event Center Committee heard an update Monday on estimated costs for the project.
Cumberland County commissioners speak out on school resource officer controversy
The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners ended its Monday meeting on a tense note as Chairman Glenn Adams and two other commissioners spoke out on the recent drama involving school resource officers and crossing guards. Cumberland County Sheriff Ennis Wright abruptly notified local officials last month of his decision to remove school resource officers and…
Commissioner Michael Boose says he won’t run for reelection. Here’s why.
Cumberland County Commissioner Michael Boose said Monday that he won’t be seeking reelection in 2024. Boose, 68, a Republican, told CityView that he feels he’s reached the …
Jimmy Keefe announces he won’t seek reelection
After 15 years on the board, Cumberland County Commissioner Jimmy Keefe announced Friday that he will not seek reelection in 2024.
Glenn Adams regains seat as Cumberland Commissioners’ chair
In a 5-1 vote, Cumberland County Commissioner Glenn Adams was elected again to be the chairperson of the board on Monday. He previously held the seat a year ago. And another 5-1 vote elected outgoing Chairperson Toni Stewart to the vice chairperson seat.