Carver’s Falls: A waterfall you can only see from above
The largest waterfall between North Carolina’s foothills and the ocean sits just outside of Fayetteville. The only easy way most people can get a good look at it? From a zip line.
Here’s a comprehensive list of recreation centers, splash pads, parks and more in Cumberland County
Cumberland County is filled with public parks, recreation centers and more for the community to enjoy
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.
Indoor adventures abound
There’s something for everyone: explore Fayetteville’s exciting indoor recreation scene all year long.
City hosts ribbon-cutting to reopen Dorothy Gilmore Therapeutic Recreation Center
A ribbon cutting to celebrate the reopening of Dorothy Gilmore Therapeutic Recreation Center is scheduled for 10 a.m. Friday at the center, 1600 Purdue Drive.
Oscar Mayer’s Wienermobile to roll through Fayetteville on Oct. 25
Stock up on mustard, chili, onions and coleslaw. The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile will visit multiple senior centers and Fire Station 9 on Oct. 25, according to a city news release.
Spring Lake board to get update on Veterans Park on Monday
The Spring Lake Board of Aldermen expects to hear an update about improvements to Veterans Park and approve an amendment to the Special Events Advisory Committee bylaws at its regular meeting Monday.
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Column: YMCA of the Sandhills is back in business with new CEO
A lone swimmer slowly backstroked her way in the swimming pool during a Wednesday morning exercise as a lifeguard kept vigil. Shuttered for the past year, the Fayetteville branch of the YMCA of the Sandhills is back in business, and with a new chief executive officer.
Fayetteville, Cumberland County pools, splash pads to adjust schedules
Fayetteville Cumberland Parks and Recreation pools and some splash pads will operate with adjusted schedules beginning Monday as traditional schools return to the classroom, according to a release.
Hope Mills board to consider new fee schedule for parks, marquee rentals
HOPE MILLS — The Board of Commissioners on Monday will consider an amendment to its policy and fees on park rental space and marquee advertisements. The board will meet at 7 p.m. Monday at Town Hall.
Fort Bragg to host Mud Run on April 22 at McKeller’s Lodge
A 4-mile trail with multiple obstacles and a “healthy dose” of mud will add to the fun at the Fort Bragg Mud Run on April 22. The run will be held at McKellar’s Lodge on post.
Deadline is Friday to register for Mid-Carolina Senior Games
The deadline to register for the 37th annual Mid-Carolina Senior Games is Friday, according to a news release from the city of Fayetteville.
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