FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — Fayetteville Deliverance Evangelistic Center is preparing to host a free drive-through food distribution Wednesday for local residents and families in need. The distribution is scheduled for May 27, 2026, beginning at 11 a.m. and continuing until all food has been distributed. Organizers say the event will operate on a first come, first […]
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — Dennis Smith Jr. is returning to Fayetteville this summer with the 5th Annual Dennis Smith Jr. “Smithway” Youth Basketball Camp and the Smithway Invitational, both scheduled at Pine Forest High School during the July 4 weekend. The youth basketball camp, open to ages 8 through 12, has officially sold out, reflecting strong […]
FORT BRAGG, N.C. — Soldiers, veterans, Gold Star families and military leaders gathered at Meadows Field for the United States Army Special Operations Command’s annual Remembrance Ceremony on May 21, 2026, honoring fallen special operations soldiers. The ceremony brought together members of the special operations community for a day centered on reflection, military honors and […]
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — Public pools and splash pads across Cumberland County are officially opening for the summer season, giving families multiple ways to cool off during the warmer months. Public swimming pools operated through Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreation are scheduled to open May 25 (Memorial Day) and remain open through Sept. 7 (Labor Day) POOL […]
NAKINA, N.C. — A western-themed weekend packed with rodeo action, live music, food and family attractions is set to return to eastern North Carolina as the Boondocks Wild West Festival & Rodeo prepares for three days of events May 29 through May 31. The festival will take place at Boondocks Adventure Farm, located at 3183 […]
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — Fayetteville Elite 16U captured the championship title at the Big Shots Bermuda Run tournament held May 16, 2026, at RISE Indoor Sports, adding another accomplishment for the local youth basketball program. The team battled through tournament competition before finishing on top during the championship run, representing Fayetteville with strong teamwork, energy and […]
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — Methodist University is preparing to host two youth basketball camp sessions this summer, offering young athletes an opportunity to develop skills, compete and train alongside the university’s coaching staff and players. The 2026 Methodist University Basketball Camps are open to boys ages 6 through 16, with organizers welcoming athletes of all skill […]
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — A new wing and comfort food restaurant has officially opened along Reilly Road as BTJ Wings begins serving customers in western Fayetteville. The restaurant is located at 116 Reilly Rd. at the corner of Reilly Road and Morganton Road in the former Nikko’s location next to Food Lion. BTJ Wings offers dine-in […]
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — The longtime Hooters restaurant on North McPherson Church Road now appears to be permanently closed following several days of uncertainty surrounding the Fayetteville location’s status. The restaurant, located at 501 N. McPherson Church Rd., had recently been listed online as “temporarily closed” while chains and locks were seen securing the property alongside […]
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. — Downtown Fayetteville leaders and economic development officials are continuing discussions surrounding a proposed mixed-use hospitality project known as “The Cumberland,” a concept that could potentially bring hotel, convention, dining, retail and gathering space development to the city’s urban core. The proposal was recently presented to the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners by […]
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