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MU President Wearden announces retirement

The Methodist University Board of Trustees announced today that Methodist University President Stanley T. Wearden, Ph.D., will retire effective June 30, 2027. Wearden, 72, will have served 8.5 years as…
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Learn about wine at Sip Room's Sip and Learn

"Accept what life offers you and try to drink from every cup. All wines should be tasted, some should only be sipped but with others, drink the whole bottle."—Paul Coelho…
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Hit a home run at Segra with nonproft 2 Out Rally

This spring, the crack of the bat and the cheers of the crowd will mean more than just a night of baseball in Fayetteville. 2 Out Rally, a local nonprofit…
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The Spa: Celebrating 51 years of wellness in Fayetteville

The Spa Fitness and Wellness Center in Fayetteville will celebrate 51 years of service with a community open house on Saturday, Feb. 21, inviting residents to experience a full day…
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Walk toward peace: An encounter with Venerable Monks

It was late October when I first learned that a group of monks had left their temple in Texas and begun walking—step by step, mile by mile—toward Washington, D.C. in…
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The Spa: Celebrating 51 years of wellness in Fayetteville

The Spa Fitness and Wellness Center in Fayetteville will celebrate 51 years of service with a community open house on Saturday, Feb. 21, inviting residents to experience a full day…
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The Remarkable 48‑Year Journey of Joe Thigpen

In every community, there are people whose work becomes more than a job. Their dedication becomes a standard. Their relationships become a legacy. Their presence becomes part of the fabric…
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Take advantage of the community services at FTCC

Fayetteville Technical Community College students give back to the community today while preparing for the careers of tomorrow.Therapeutic Massage ProgramFTCC’s Therapeutic Massage program offers 660 hours of comprehensive training designed…
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State Board of Elections rejects request for early voting in Spring Lake

Voters in Spring Lake will have to drive to Fayetteville to find their nearest early voting locations in this year’s primary election, as the North Carolina State Board of Elections…
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Three Wishes for the Telehealth Genie

According to folklore, extraordinary beings resent being confined within ordinary spaces. In “The Fisherman and the Jinni,” one of the stories Sheherazade tells her misguided husband in One Thousand and…
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The state of North Carolina: A people magnet

As a relatively new grandmother, I get frequent “growing like a weed” comments, and my grandbabies are doing just that—getting bigger and better every day.So too is their home state,…
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Troy's Perspective: The 2026 primary election

The 2026 Election Primary begins this week. Unlike municipal elections, these races are partisan: Democrats are on one side, Republicans on the other, and unaffiliated voters must choose which primary…
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It comes down to rhythm

It all comes down to rhythm. Whether we’re talking about our health, our habits, even our faith—everything thrives on rhythm. Think about fitness for a moment. You don’t build strength…
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Bigger Congress would be better Congress

With the 2026 primaries rapidly approaching, you may well live in a jurisdiction where Democrats or Republicans are actively contesting nominations for Congress, state legislature, or local office. All voters…
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The world needs art, and it’s happening here

Every year, the Council for Art Education celebrates Youth Art Month in March. The Council chooses a theme for students to consider while making their artworks, and the theme for…
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The Hills (and Halls) Are Alive: FTCC brings timeless classic to Fayetteville

The hills are alive with the sound of music…and so are the halls of Fayetteville Technical Community College, as the Fine Arts Department prepares for its upcoming production of the…
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Community brings theater, celebration, new collaboration

Community and celebration are coming together in a way Fayetteville has not experienced in nearly two decades. On Sunday, Feb. 22, residents will gather for a lively Sunday Funday event…
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CCA presents Lift Every Voice: The Music of Stevie Wonder

Get ready to take a journey through the soulful sounds of multi-award-winning Stevie Wonder for the 7th annual Lift Every Voice and Sing: A Musical Journey through Black History event,…
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Reconnecting with real life: A conversation with Amy Grant

“I feel like a big page in my life was turned starting in 2020—bigger than any other page I ever remember,” Grant contemplated. Of all the changes between her last…
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YMCA of the Sandhills to Host Summer Camp Kickoff February 21

Free and open to the public, families are invited to visit the Y and learn about 2026 Summer Day Camp & Teen Programs The YMCA of the Sandhills invites families to the 2026 Summer Camp Kickoff on Saturday,…
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Lafayette Society annual luncheon promotes remembrance, welcomes newcomers

On Sunday, March 8, members and prospective members of the Lafayette Society will gather to celebrate the legacy of the Marquis de Lafayette. A passionate abolitionist, patriot, human rights advocate,…
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Hit a home run at Segra with nonproft 2 Out Rally

This spring, the crack of the bat and the cheers of the crowd will mean more than just a night of baseball in Fayetteville. 2 Out Rally, a local nonprofit…
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Learn about wine at Sip Room's Sip and Learn

"Accept what life offers you and try to drink from every cup. All wines should be tasted, some should only be sipped but with others, drink the whole bottle."—Paul Coelho…
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From Detroit to 910: Celebrating the King of Beats

Last year, Fayetteville experienced the vision of LeJuane “El’Ja” Bowens come to life with the inaugural D’Jilla Weekend, an immersive artistic weekend full of spoken word, music, and the release…
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