Column: J. Cole Coming Home to Sold-Out Concert in Fayetteville
Bill Kirby Jr.’s notes from the week, including J. Cole’s September concert, higher electric rates, the price of eggs, and a new centenarian celebrating in Godwin.
Methodist University President Announces Plans to Retire in Summer 2027
Stanley T. Wearden has led the north Fayetteville university since 2019. As he prepares to leave, the school’s new medical school will be training its first doctors.
Southeastern North Carolina Wants to Grow Its Own Health Care Workforce
Universities across the region are trying to address physician and nursing shortages by expanding programs and creating new ones.
Methodist University begins recruiting for its medical school
The Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine received preliminary accreditation from the he Liaison Commission on Medical Education on Thursday, allowing it to begin recruiting for its inaugural class of 64 students set to start in July 2026.
Cumberland Community Foundation awards $1 million grant to Methodist University’s new medical school
The Cumberland Community Foundation announced a $1 million grant for Methodist University’s future medical school, set to welcome its first class of students in July 2026.
Turning Cumberland County’s doctor desert into an oasis
Leaders from Methodist University and Cape Fear Valley Health hope their partnership to create a new medical school will bring more doctors into Cumberland County and the region.
Column: Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine receives $1.5 million grant from The Duke Endowment
“This grant from The Duke Endowment is a vital investment in the future of health care for our region,” says CEO Mike Nagowski.
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With the final beam in place, Methodist University is one year away from opening its medical school
Methodist University celebrated the final beam being placed in the structure of its medical school, bringing it closer to welcoming its first class of 64 students in 2026.
Cape Fear Valley Health’s simulation center improves care and prepares next generation
Trade magazine Becker’s Hospital Review recognized Cape Fear Valley’s Simulation Center for improving patient outcomes and teaching the next generation of physicians through its resident trainings and partnership with Methodist University’s future medical school.
A million-dollar endowment for county residents pursuing medicine
Cumberland County will fund a $1 million endowment for Methodist University’s medical school, providing financial aid to incoming students. Eligible students must be county residents and commit to practicing medicine within the county after being licensed.
Breaking ground, Methodist University’s medical school is one step closer to opening
Tuesday marked the start of construction on Methodist University and Cape Fear Valley Health’s medical school. Along with the groundbreaking, updates on the school include a community advisory council and pipeline programs to recruit local students.