The annual International Folk Festival is a multicultural experience hosted by The Arts Council in downtown Fayetteville, NC. The event kickoff began at 7 p.m. with the infamous, Parade of Nations. It displays diversity within the community along Hay Street and ending on Ray Ave. Each year, Groups or organizations represent their country’s culture in […]
Spring Lake has now launch their new brand image to promote economic development and military appeal. Leaders held a public event at Mendoza Park in Spring Lake to inform the community. Smith Advertising was behind the new design. Now deemed, “Freedom’s Base Camp”, the town has been actively repairing its public appeal after […]
Hurricane Irene struck Fayetteville, NC on Friday and Saturday with minimal damage. Stop reading to take a breather, exhale, and smile at that info alone. Heavy wind gusts and power outages were reported, yet the worse of the storm has passed. Cape Fear has once again held ground by slightly nudging the storm eastward. Television […]
The North Carolina Veteran’s Park opened with high emotions on Monday. As the added cherry on top after the All America City award, Fayetteville has thrived with patriotism all weekend. Thousands flocked the 10am dedication ceremony on Independence day. 400 seats under a big white tent was only the beginning. Visitors were steady, yet the […]
Okay, I was late for the party. Yet as I arrived I seen people rushing toward festival park. From 4 blocks away, pedestrians were seen with lawn chairs, strollers, and significant others. I didn’t wanna miss the apple pie and ice cream, as I remember a FayToday facebook post stating it was at 7pm. […]
Public hearings on newly proposed Voting Rights Act districts are bein g held across the state. Cumberland County participated in the open public forum at Fayetteville Technicall Community College. The new maps are controversial as they plan to add minority representation to over 50% in specific districts. Here is a quick video clip of […]
North Carolina Veteran’s Park is scheduled for dedication ceremony on July 4th in Fayetteville, NC. It is the first state’s park to honor veterans specifically. The park is set to describe the military experiences of veteran’s lives. It includes every branch of service from old to present. Exhibits will account the life before, […]
Watch the 82nd Airborne Division’s All-American Chorus perform Uploaded by ncstatealumni on Jun 8, 2011 The 82nd Airborne Division’s All-American Chorus performed several songs, including “America the Beautiful,” at an alumni reception at the Airborne & Special Operations Museum in Fayetteville on Tuesday, June 7, 2011. http://www.facebook.com/82ndAllAmericanChorus MORE VIDEO:
The political battle heats up as public education faces steep budget cuts. The most noticeable cuts are the K-12 group which f ace $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 […]
Teen Summit was held at Campbellton Landing on May 1st. With many attendin g 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 […]
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