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    President Barack Obama visited Fort Bragg, NC to show appreciate and welcome home troops while delivering a national speech.  Obama announced the end of the Iraq War to a crowd of soldiers and their loved ones.  Along with the President, Michelle Obama joined him for the highly publicized news event. ...

Merry Christmas or a Happy Holidays! This year Santa makes his tour to Fayetteville, N.C. before spoiling us with gifts on December 25th.  Cheerful Santa will be in various locations in the region, so check below to find a time and place that works for you.   Arnette Park Santa and a 30 foot ...

  Helping Local Small Business DECEMBER FayToday and Elucid Marketing have teamed up to help small business establish their online presence.  Any local business can apply for a free website, makeover, social media marketing help, or graphic design service.  Simply email myfaytoday@gmail.com     For Who? Small Business, Self Employed Example:  photographers, crafts makers, service providers, restaurants, ...

CHECK OUT THE DEALS! Cyber Monday kicksoff officially at midnite, but with this year's shopping frenzy, some started sooner.  Have you been searching for a preview? Well, many retailers haven't released the deals, but offer ongoing Black Friday sales that stretched into Sunday.  We may need to wait for midnite, but ...

      Black Friday was one of the biggest events in Fayetteville, NC this year.  Stores began so early, many shoppers finished Thanksgiving and went to chase their desired discounts. Toys R Us was slated for 9pm opening after Walmart pushed their time to 10pm.  Walmart was open all day, so shoppers didn't ...

A Dickens Holiday Downtown Fayetteville was transformed into a Victorian-style theme to celebrate the Christmas spirit. Sponsored by the Downtown Alliance and The Arts Council, this event began at 1pm until 9pm. A candlelight vigil began around 5pm. The market house included a large Christmas tree at ground level, an ...

    Black Friday is a hectic event, but for some, its a fun, extreme shopping challenge.  The day after Thanksgiving is slated for the biggest discounts and deals from large retailers, even some local shops as well.  This year, a new twist is added as major retailers are starting doorbuster sales ...

  Watch the Veterans Day Parade live at 11 a.m. from Fayetteville Saturday, Nov. 12, 2011.   Veteran's Day Parade Photos Photos by Sgt. 1st Class Vin Stevens     Photos by Frank Maness     Social Media by youtube user: mifirewall   News Videos:   WRAL 5 ABC WTVD

  As Veteran's Day approaches, events for Fayetteville began with many intriguing events.  The Heroes Homecoming is a 10-day event with plenty activities for the general public, especially Veterans.  A complete list of events are available here, on WRAL's website. On November 8th 2011, FayToday visits and captures photos of The Moving ...

Election Results: November 8th, 2011 Cumberland County Region KEY:    ☄ = Incumbent ✔ = Winner Candidates Total # of Votes Percent of Votes Winner FAYETTEVILLE FAYETTEVILLE MAYOR Chavonne☄ 6,654 57% ✔ Robertson 5,042 43% FAYETTEVILLE CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 1 Bates☄ 584 71% ✔ Evans 243 29% FAYETTEVILLE CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 2 Davy☄ 1,501 81% ✔ Duke 357 19% FAYETTEVILLE CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 3 Massey,Jr.☄ 1,049 72% ✔ Woodall,II 414 28% FAYETTEVILLE CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 4 Haire☄ 710 53% ✔ McDougald 634 47% FAYETTEVILLE CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 5 Hurst☄ 1,869 77% ✔ McKinnon,Sr. 557 23% FAYETTEVILLE CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 6 Crisp☄ 7,733 95% ✔ Long 377 5% FAYETTEVILLE CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 7 Applewhite☄ 592 75% ✔ Borth 199 25% FAYETTEVILLE CITY COUNCIL DISTRICT 8 Fowler 409 65% ✔ Pinkston 221 35% EASTOVER EASTOVER TOWN COUNCIL Hudson☄ 442 29% ✔ Geddie☄ 440 28% ✔ Piland☄ 413 27% ✔ Stubbs 148 10% Ferguson,Sr. 91 6% EASTOVER SANITARY DISTRICT BOARD Johnson☄ 417 54% ✔ Godwin 361 46% GRAY'S CREEK GRAY'S ...

  Zombie Walk Fayetteville's Fourth Friday was taken over by Zombies last night!  The Zombie Walk was a great success as a crowded downtown Fayetteville witnessed the most spookiest costumes around.   Participants of all ages spent most of the day applying makeup and adjusting costumes at the Rock Shop on King ...

  Safety for Trick or Treat in Fayetteville, N.C. Know your area. You can find maps of local communities, such as Google or Bing.com.  Print them, if needed.  You can also plan a route or have a time frame, before walking in any community.  Want to know some Halloween participating communities ...