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Cumberland County food resources, assistance guide
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Government Watch: Cumberland County elections results; County being sued by architecture firm over downtown Crown
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Chamber Military Affairs Council hosts Operation Patriot Pantry food drive for soldiers
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FSO to present Bach's "Coffee Cantata" on Nov. 22
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Haymount Holiday Market, tree lighting, bring festive spirit
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Shop local on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 29
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Exhibit "Metamorphosis" is the Art of Becoming
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"E.T." returns home to Big Screen at the Cameo
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Comedian Kat Williams brings laughter to Crown
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Shuck, slurp, socialize at Dirtbag Ales' oyster roast
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Shake up holiday traditions with Mannheim Steamroller
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Shop local on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 29
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How to resolve AdBlock issue? Featured Articles
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Unicorns, chronic illness, hope: Fulfillity Books holds signing with local author Kayla E. Green
Creating and consuming stories has always been part of Kayla E. Green’s life. In elementary school, she wrote her first “book,” calling it The Lonely Guinea Pig. Then, at a…Read More -
Shake up holiday traditions with Mannheim Steamroller
Don your most concert-worthy Christmas attire—yes, red shorts and Santa polos will do—and prepare for an afternoon of energetic holiday tunes with Mannheim Steamroller. Director of Marketing at the Crown…Read More -
Shuck, slurp, socialize at Dirtbag Ales' oyster roast
Mark your calendars for Saturday, Nov. 22, as the team at Dirtbag Ales Brewery & Taproom in Hope Mills is hosting its second annual Oyster Roast. This event is designed…Read More -
Comedian Kat Williams brings laughter to Crown
“We laugh at our flaws so we can correct them later, or deal with their existence in peace. This is part of the magic of Black Folk’s comedy" —Johnny Silvercloud…Read More
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Up & Coming Weekly Dining Guide: Coffee Shops
There’s something special about finding that perfect local coffee spot — the aroma of fresh brews, the cozy corners, and the friendly faces that make every visit feel like home. Whether…Read More -
Unveiling the Mayor Beth Finch Monument: Fayetteville’s First female mayor
Fayetteville recently unveiled a monument to the first female mayor of our city, Beth Finch. The unveiling of the Mayor Beth Finch Monument took place on Wednesday, Sept. 24 at…Read More -
The Liberty basketball team coming to Crown, March 2026
The Crown Complex is excited to announce the launch of the inaugural season of Fayetteville Liberty Professional Basketball at the Crown Arena in 2026. A new chapter in Fayetteville’s sports…Read More -
Strengthen body, spirit: Therapy helps seniors stay independent
As people age, it’s common to face challenges like joint pain, reduced muscle strength, and limited stamina. Chronic conditions or past injuries can make movement more difficult, and many older…Read More -
Shop local on Small Business Saturday, Nov. 29
Each year, the Saturday after Thanksgiving marks Small Business Saturday, a national movement that shines a spotlight on locally owned shops and entrepreneurs. The campaign began in 2010, launched by…Read More
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Early detection is crucial in Alzheimer's
Publisher's Note: Wow!The 2026 Fayetteville Walk to End Alzheimer’s at Segra Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 25, was a fun, joyful, and resounding success. Over a thousand people gathered in colorful…Read More -
Our tax dollars at work: School vouchers
I got an extension on my taxes this year, meaning I wrote checks to the US Treasury and the NC Department of Revenue earlier this month. No one, including me,…Read More -
Troy's Perspective: Political retribution not new
On Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, several hundred impassioned protestors in Fayetteville, their hearts ablaze with the 'No Kings' cause, joined the nationwide demonstrations. The 'No Kings' movement, a fervent call…Read More -
Publisher's Pen: Commending prudent leadership & calling for local accountability
Well, the Downtown Event Center is back in the news and not in a good way. The project's architects are suing Cumberland County for unpaid fees. Who didn’t see that…Read More -
Grimmer fairy tales: The three snake leaves
We are back again today with one of the grimmer Grimms’ Fairy Tales, the story of the Three Snake Leaves. It has it all: battlefield courage, an odd obsession of…Read More
Arts
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Exhibit "Metamorphosis" is the Art of Becoming
I visited the Butterfly House on a recent trip to the Museum of Life and Sciences in Durham. I love to see the different shades of wings flitting by, sometimes…Read More -
Sweet Tea Shakespeare presents "The Crucible"
Sweet Tea Shakespeare is bringing its November production of The Crucible to downtown Fayetteville. The traveling theater, a group of community actors, artists, designers, and musicians, is setting up camp…Read More -
"Air Angels" red carpet premiere celebrates NC heroes
When Hurricane Helene struck Western North Carolina, countless lives were upended. Amid the destruction, a group of selfless individuals, including pilots, veterans, and everyday citizens, took to the skies and…Read More -
Doc Watson: Wisdom from an Appalachian renaissance man
Whether you are an expert in folk music or if you can’t tell a banjo from a mandolin, a new biography, Doc Watson: A Life in Music, by Eddie Huffman,…Read More -
Arts Council says hello, goodbye to new public art
Fayetteville is a community of hellos and goodbyes. With our deep ties to the military, we are adept at wishing our friends well as they travel to the next duty…Read More
Entertainment
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"E.T." returns home to Big Screen at the Cameo
There are few moments in cinema more unforgettable than a bicycle soaring across the moon. Few melodies more instantly recognizable than those first shimmering notes of John Williams’ score. And…Read More -
Comedian Kat Williams brings laughter to Crown
“We laugh at our flaws so we can correct them later, or deal with their existence in peace. This is part of the magic of Black Folk’s comedy" —Johnny Silvercloud…Read More -
Shuck, slurp, socialize at Dirtbag Ales' oyster roast
Mark your calendars for Saturday, Nov. 22, as the team at Dirtbag Ales Brewery & Taproom in Hope Mills is hosting its second annual Oyster Roast. This event is designed…Read More -
Shake up holiday traditions with Mannheim Steamroller
Don your most concert-worthy Christmas attire—yes, red shorts and Santa polos will do—and prepare for an afternoon of energetic holiday tunes with Mannheim Steamroller. Director of Marketing at the Crown…Read More -
Unicorns, chronic illness, hope: Fulfillity Books holds signing with local author Kayla E. Green
Creating and consuming stories has always been part of Kayla E. Green’s life. In elementary school, she wrote her first “book,” calling it The Lonely Guinea Pig. Then, at a…Read More
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