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NC Schools Face Steep Budget Cuts – See Research & Stats!

    The political battle heats up as public education faces steep budget cuts. The most noticeable cuts are the K-12 group which face $106 million less than anticipated.  The Republican supported bill is aimed at spending less on education in upcoming years because of a estimated $2billion state budget cut.  Many stats and research […]

Joint Special Operations Command Credited for Death of Osama bin Laden

On May 1st, President Obama issued command to infiltrate a Pakistan compound containing the description of terrorist, Osama bin Laden.  In a 40 minute firefight, Osama bin Laden was defeated after resisting his capture. It is reported that Osama bin Laden was shot atleast once in the head.  His body was recovered, but ultimately dumped […]

FOXY99 and Petey Pablo Join Teen Summit for local Youth [VIDEO]

Teen Summit was held at Campbellton Landing on May 1st.  With many attending the Dogwood Festival, this showcase helped youth follow their dreams and avoid the trouble kids commonly face.  The event was sponsored by Foxy 99.1 fm, Mike Tech and Riverside Steakhouse & Oyster bar.  Special guest included Petey Pablo, a successful NC based […]

The 2011 Dogwood Festival Experience: See Photos

The 2011 Dogwood Festival in Fayetteville, N.C. was a great success.  The weather was perfect, the crowd’s came in waves, and festival park was jamming!  From midday to night fall, the festival attempted to keep up with the pace of attendants.  The crowd was energetic, yet diverse.  School kids filled the streets in groups.  During […]

After the Tornado: Day 11 @ Yadkin Rd

Community help quickly came to neighbors rescue the week following the April 16th tornadoes across Cumberland County. Yadkin Road businesses suffered great loss as well as the housing community, Cottonade. With a simple digital cam, I decided to revisit the destruction to document the progress.   A couple blocks from Ponderosa shopping center lies destroyed […]

Tornado Assistance: Where to Get Help? Give Help? View List!

Here are some resources to find more information about financial assistance beyond Medicaid/Medicare. You must check the criteria for eligibility for most, just as you would Medicaid/Medicare.  Please do not get discouraged from the requirements or process as it may feel tedious, yet well worth it in the longrun.  I recommend reviewing your denial letter […]

View Photos of Pine Forest Senior High Tornado Damage

On April 16th, a tornado breezed pass the Northern Fayetteville, Linden, & South Harnett region.  Pine Forest was in the path of this storm, receiving a heavy blow of damage to its campus.  We have gathered a collection of photos to display this awing site.  As I took photos, many attending students visited the campus […]

Fayetteville N.C. Home roof damage by Tornado

Videos of Tornado Damage in Fayetteville NC

We have collected a gallery of social media encounters of Tornado damage in Fayetteville NC.  View first hand of the aftermath.  Viewer discretion as some videos may include explicit language or emotional devastation. Tornado Videos| Fayetteville NC Too small to view? Click here to view larger video grid!

Homes Demolished by Tornado in North Fayetteville Communities

As a resident of North Fayetteville for many years, this has been one of the most devastating natural disasters.  On April 16th 2011, a severe storm passed through Cumberland County bringing tornadic activity along.  Tornado watches started midday, yet increasing severity every 15-30 minutes.  Funnel clouds were growing in the sites of local residents who […]