The parents aren’t alright: Teens and nonprofit leaders discuss problems impacting Fayetteville’s young people
The City of Fayetteville’s Shaping the Future: Youth Symposium gathered city officials, nonprofit leaders and educators to identify solutions to problems with the mental health, education, workforce development and safety of the city’s kids and teens.
Community members learn the horror of gun violence at inaugural event
Fayetteville has felt the impact of gun violence since the start of 2023 with more than 45 homicides so far, already surpassing last year’s total of 44. A collaboration of groups literally …
Council recognizes work of local youth mentorship programs
The Fayetteville City Council on Monday recognized the work of Tony Brown and his program staff for their work fostering positive opportunities for youths in Fayetteville.
Council delays discussion of youth curfew until special meeting next Monday
Surprising a large audience at a Fayetteville City Council meeting Monday evening, Mayor Mitch Colvin announced that there would be no discussion, as planned, of a controversial youth curfew. Instead, the matter will be debated at a special council meeting next Monday, he said.
Council to discuss youth curfew, homeless program on Tuesday
The Fayetteville City Council on Tuesday will consider a curfew for young people amid rising concern about juvenile crime. The ordinance was put forward by Police Chief Kemberle Braden as recent gun violence in the city includes shootings that involved minors as perpetrators or victims.
Cape Fear Soap Box Derby
The Kiwanis Club held its Cape Fear Soap Box Derby on April 29 at the Charlie Rose Expo Center.
Fayetteville grants to help community groups offer positive alternatives for youths
“The Purple Beauty” is on the go, and it’s not just for show. The refurbished surplus school bus rolls out from the Raeford area with purpose every Friday and for occasional outings during the week to provide mentoring and study assistance for young people in Hoke and Cumberland counties.
