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Care Clinic’s 29th Annual Golf Charity Tournament returns
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Hope Mills Celebrates 4th of July with three events
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Fayetteville Pride Festival bigger than ever for 2025
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Dance through decades at CFBG’s grownup prom party
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Discover unique treasures at Coffee & Vintage Pop-Up
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Liberty Point Resolves celebrated in Fayetteville
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A little help for our friend: A benefit for Morris Cardenas
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Black Artist Forward brings vision to Dirty Whiskey
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Liberty Point Resolves celebrated in Fayetteville
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Discover unique treasures at Coffee & Vintage Pop-Up
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Dance through decades at CFBG’s grownup prom party
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Fayetteville Pride Festival bigger than ever for 2025
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Enjoy Josh Phillips' music under the stars in Cameron
James Creek Cider House in Cameron presents Nashville singer-songwriter star Josh Phillips for a concert under the stars on June 21. The writer of the 2025 Academy of Country Music…Read More -
Stedman PH Church celebrates 4th with faith, fireworks
The Stedman Fireworks Festival will take place on June 22 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Camp Sandy Creek, 482 Hillsboro Street, Stedman. The sponsor of the event are…Read More -
Liberty Point Resolves celebrated in Fayetteville
Fayetteville played an important role during the American Revolution. It is the place where delegates from all counties, towns and boroughs from around the state gathered at The Old State…Read More -
Black Artist Forward brings vision to Dirty Whiskey
“Perhaps, the mission of an artist is to interpret beauty to the people—the beauty within themselves.”—Langston Hughes Black art is a spectrum, a lifted veil to the culture. It has…Read More
News
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Up & Coming Weekly Dining Guide
This month, we are highlighting some of the great places to eat in Hope Mills. SAMMIO'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT3057 N Main St.Mon-Sat: Noon-8:45 p.m.Sun: Noon-3:30 p.m. 910-424-4000https://www.sammiositalianrestaurant.com/Sammio's offers a variety of…Read More -
The Gathering Place: More than an event center
Downtown Fayetteville is seeing some changes, from the renovations to the Market House, new businesses setting up shop, and even some closing the door. One thing is for sure, there…Read More -
Sweet Valley Ranch launches Farmhouse Retreats
Sweet Valley Ranch, a 300-acre agritourism destination in Fayetteville, has unveiled a new lodging experience known as Sweet Valley Ranch Farmhouse Retreats. This concept allows guests to stay on a…Read More -
Reid's Journey playground: Play for every child
The Liberty Swing recently opened in Reid’s Journey, an inclusive playground in Hope Mills, on May 6. The Reid’s Journey playground is located at 5766 Rockfish Road. Reid’s Journey is…Read More -
On-Demand kayak rentals available at Hope Mills Lake
Hope Mills Lake is now offering a revolutionary way to experience lake adventures with on-demand kayak rentals. In partnership with Whenever Watersports, Hope Mills Lake Park provides a hassle-free way…Read More
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Publisher's Pen: Cumberland County Commissioners abandon downtown Crown Event Center project
Jami McLaughlin’s comprehensive report and recap of the June 4 meeting of the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners confirm their decisive 5-2 vote to discontinue the proposed downtown Crown Event…Read More -
Letter to the Editor: A critical response to reframing narrative of “Black Fatigue”
The concept of Black fatigue, as originally articulated, referred to the profound and chronic stress experienced by Black Americans as a result of systemic racism and enduring racial injustice. A…Read More -
Mama, Dada, Baby makes three—or more
If you are an American of childbearing age, Vice President JD Vance wants you to have a baby—and NOW! What’s more, he wants mom or dad, though most likely mom,…Read More -
Publisher's Pen: Eastover Community “Shines” for Sullivan
At Up & Coming Weekly, we have always appreciated and admired Fayetteville/Cumberland County’s remarkable capacity to show passionate, compassionate, and empathic support to its residents, businesses, and non-profit organizations. This…Read More -
Lessons in mythology: Father's Day can be complicated
Father’s Day has just passed us by. Late being better than never, here is a belated salute to Father’s Day as celebrated by our old buddy Oedipus in Greek mythology…Read More
Arts
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Black Artist Forward brings vision to Dirty Whiskey
“Perhaps, the mission of an artist is to interpret beauty to the people—the beauty within themselves.”—Langston Hughes Black art is a spectrum, a lifted veil to the culture. It has…Read More -
"Ferris Bueller’s Day Off" Comes to the Cameo
One of the most iconic films of the 1980s, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, will be showing at the Cameo. I adore John Hughes’ films. There is something timeless about his films that…Read More -
Forget fireworks—Fayetteville’s summer starts with art
For many, summer kicks off with sunny beach days, backyard barbecues, and the crackle of fireworks. But at the Arts Council of Fayetteville | Cumberland County, the real start of the…Read More -
Art’s transformative power: Second Sundays at Truck Stop
What used to be empty walls at the Haymount Truck Stop are now showcasing vibrant, inspiring, and intriguing pieces of art made by local creatives. Every second Sunday, a new…Read More -
Cape Fear Studios presents annual members's show
Cape Fear Studios is presenting the 35th Annual Members’ Show until May 20 at their studio at 148 Maxwell Street. The exhibit is open to the public from Tuesday to…Read More
Entertainment
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A little help for our friend: A benefit for Morris Cardenas
Morris Cardenas, a "one man band," has long been a part of the music scene in the area. Playing blues, country and acoustic classic rock, he has also made a…Read More -
Liberty Point Resolves celebrated in Fayetteville
Fayetteville played an important role during the American Revolution. It is the place where delegates from all counties, towns and boroughs from around the state gathered at The Old State…Read More -
Discover unique treasures at Coffee & Vintage Pop-Up
Step into a treasure trove of timeless elegance and retro charm at the Coffee & Vintage Pop-Up. This event is a haven for vintage enthusiasts, offering a carefully curated mix…Read More -
Dance through decades at CFBG’s grownup prom party
If you grew up in the wrong decade, or missed your high school prom, or jump at the chance to flaunt your fashion and fancy footwork on the dance floor,…Read More -
Fayetteville Pride Festival bigger than ever for 2025
For nearly a decade, the Fayetteville Pride Festival has been a cornerstone of the city’s LGBTQ+ calendar—an annual gathering that brings together thousands to celebrate diversity, acceptance and the ongoing…Read More
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