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Fayetteville loves these two dive bars, and they’re both owned by the same woman
Locals in Fayetteville rave about the dive bars Cheers Too and Louie’s Sports Pub, but many folks might not know that they’re owned by the same woman.
Opinion: AG Jeff Jackson visits Fayetteville to remind FEMA a promise is a promise
In Fayetteville, NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson calls on FEMA to honor their promise to build a badly needed bridge. Jackson’s office has filed a lawsuit against the federal agency over FEMA’s cancellation of $200 million in funds.
Fayetteville program aims to prevent homelessness after local shelter closes
Following the closure of a Salvation Army shelter in April, local leaders in the Fayetteville area are hoping to combat homelessness with short-term financial assistance, housing, and other aid.
Fayetteville athlete Bianca Harvey shares her battle with cancer on TikTok, plus dancing
This is the story of Bianca Harvey, a Fayetteville native and former athlete who’s shared her battle with Stage 4 cancer on TikTok and Instagram.
When did Fayetteville become so cool? Your guide to the up-and-coming city
Fayetteville elevates its destination status with a charming downtown, locally owned restaurants, and shops.
Opinion: Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman on the Supreme Court wows Fayetteville State
Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman on the US Supreme Court, told her story at Fayetteville State University. Here’s what she had to say.
What’s new with Fayetteville restaurants? Here are 20 updates, including what’s coming soon
Here are the latest openings and closings among Fayetteville restaurants, including what’s coming soon.
15 significant stops along Fayetteville’s African American Heritage Trail
Black History Month is the perfect time to travel along Fayetteville’s African American Heritage Trail. Here are 15 notable stops.
Fayetteville advocates want to change how police handle mental health crises
In Fayetteville, three community members—Lisette Rodriguez, Shawn McMillan, and Angela Malloy—have teamed up to reform their city’s public safety system, arguing that the current system of policing and methods of crime prevention are not making the community safer or reducing crime as intended.
Everyone Knows Who Shot Fayetteville’s Jason Walker. But No One Has Been Arrested.
The shooting death of a Black father in Fayetteville by an off-duty white sheriff’s deputy is under investigation.
On 40th anniversary of the Dean Smith Center, UNC players share memories
Former UNC-Chapel Hill basketball players and coaches share their memories of the opening of the Dean Smith Center in Chapel Hill.
Opinion: Martin Luther King Jr. and the blood that fueled a movement
This Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a look at King and other “forgotten” martyrs of the Civil Rights Movement.
Get a sneak peek of NC’s best spring & summer festivals
Mark your calendars for these can’t-miss spring and summer 2026 festivals in North Carolina.
Army Corps of Engineers wants to dredge the Cape Fear River. Environmentalists tally the costs.
By the time the Army Corps of Engineers is finished, 35 million cubic yards of silt and sand, plus the creatures that live in it, would be scraped and slurped from the Cape Fear River.
The bountiful benefit of winter gardening in North Carolina
Winter gardening in North Carolina can produce bountiful results with a few considerations.
Check out the best New Year’s fireworks shows in NC, broken down by region
Check out these great fireworks shows, ranging from free to bougie, in each of North Carolina’s three geographical regions to end 2025 with a bang.
Judge orders FEMA to restore $200M in disaster mitigation funding for NC
“Keeping water systems working and keeping homes out of floodwater isn’t politics — it’s basic safety. This ruling puts the money back where it was promised so these communities can be ready for the next storm,” NC Attorney General Jeff Jackson said of the order to...
Scientists say the ‘forever chemical’ TFA causes irreversible harm. In eastern NC, it’s everywhere.
The discovery of TFA in blood and water samples raises questions about Chemours’ role in adding to the pollution burden.
Which NC cities are best to retire in? Here’s how they rank
A new WalletHub listing takes a look at the top 182 US cities to retire in. NC cities didn’t fare too well.
Opinion: The shutdown deal is devastating to NC hemp industry
The deal to end the government shutdown includes a ban on many hemp products. It would hit hard in the NC hemp industry.
10 ways to embrace ‘hygge’ in NC this winter
Hygge is all about stopping to smell the roses, as the old saying goes. Read up on these 10 ways to make your winter life a touch softer and cozier.
Election Night was a bad night for NC Republican incumbents
NC Democrats flipped Republican mayoral offices and several seats on city councils on Tuesday, but what does that mean for the next election? Here are some takeaways about what the results could mean moving forward.
18 Guinness World Records held by North Carolina
From giant cookies to a llama that’s almost 30 years old, discover the unique things that put North Carolina in the Guinness World Records.
NC residents and coastline both test positive for toxic forever chemicals
Forever chemicals, known as PFAS, have been found in North Carolina residents, as well as the state’s sea foam. Here’s everything you need to know.
Opinion: From firehouses to schools, North Carolina’s small towns run on local elections
Millions of Americans turn out to vote in presidential elections, but most of us don’t engage in the local elections that have an outsized impact on our everyday lives. Here’s why we need a change in North Carolina.
Good News Friday: The NC food banks stepping up as federal shutdown threatens SNAP
North Carolinians are spreading kindness and care this week: from NC food banks stepping up to Asheville being named the “Nicest Place in America.”
What we know about Nigel Edge, the Southport mass shooting suspect
Before being charged with several counts of murder in connection with a mass shooting in Southport, 40-year-old Nigel Edge had been in combat and crossed paths with a popular singer.
Mules, Mayberry, and woolly worms: 8 fall festivals you won’t want to miss in North Carolina
The 2025 calendar of fall festivals in North Carolina is full. Here are eight of our favorites, from the coast to the mountains of NC.
Say ‘see ya!’ to summer with these 8 events in Raleigh & beyond
Summertime is wrapping up soon, but that doesn’t mean the fun has to end. Check out these eight events in Raleigh to take your kids to before summer ends.