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Cumberland County deputies search for murder suspect in Fort Liberty soldier's death
The Cumberland County Sheriff's Office is searching for a man who has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with a veteran Fort Liberty soldier shot and killed near a Hope Mills car wash. Lamarvion Tremayne Aviticus McKinnon, 21, of Fayetteville, was found dead in the early morning hours of...
Shots fired during altercation at Popeyes in Hope Mills, police say
HOPE MILLS, N.C. (WNCN) — Two male suspects are wanted by the Hope Mills Police Department (HMPD) after they fired gunshots during an altercation at a Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Tuesday evening. According to the HMPD, the suspects were involved in a short verbal altercation. Police said one of the...
Man accused of breaking into telephone box, stealing copper wires, Cumberland County deputies say
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) — A Fayetteville man is facing charges in connection with the theft of copper wires from a telephone box. 44-year-old Justin Richard Becker is charged with larceny of nonferrous metal, possession of burglary tools, possession of stolen goods, and injury to personal property, according to the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO).
Amazon hiring for local facility; Arts Council awards grants
New employment opportunities are posted each Friday after 7 p.m. Amazon has begun hiring for its completed Inbound Cross Dock facility in Fayetteville. Interested applicants can apply by going to amazon.com/flexiblejobs. The company will be hiring in phases, with additional positions posted each Friday evening (jobs will not be posted before 7:00 p.m.). Pay for these positions starts at $17.00 per hour, with benefits including medical, dental, and vision effective on the first day of employment.
4th Of July in Fayetteville: Where You Can Still See Fireworks and More This Week
Happy birthday, America! With Independence Day fast approaching, it’s crucial to find the best local spots to celebrate with dazzling fireworks displays. Fortunately, there are many events happening in and around Cumberland County this week to ensure that you and your family have a happy 4th of July in Fayetteville and the surrounding area!
Court records reveal new details about suspect killed in shootout with Fayetteville police officers
ABC11 has learned new details about the murder suspect killed in the hours-long standoff Tuesday at the Kings Cross Apartments in Fayetteville.On Wednesday, Fayetteville Police identified the man killed in that shootout as 33-year-old Shakoor Williams, who was wanted in connection with the Mother's Day murder of Willie Russell.ABC11 has been covering the Russell murder case since June after 30-year-old Markeith Rushing was arrested on first-degree murder charges in the killing. At the time, police said they were searching for a second suspect in that shooting.Also Wednesday, ABC11 spoke with Russell's younger brother, Nick -- who said in June that...
Shot while playing video games, 7-year-old Zion will be remembered for his hugs, mom says
Zion Gibbs, a 7-year-old boy, was shot in the face on Friday, June 7, while playing video games inside his Fayetteville home. He died a few days later. WRAL News on Wednesday sat down with Zion's mother, Myra Gibbs, who remembers hearing gunfire outside before she ran downstairs and found her son in a pool of blood.
New light display goes live at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
FAYETTEVILLE, NC – July 2, 2024 – Cape Fear Valley Medical Center has flipped the switch on a new high-tech external light system. As part of the expansion of the Valley Pavilion section of the hospital, the new upper stories of the structure are now lit with a programmable multi-colored light display, as of July 1. In honor of the Fourth of July holiday, the lights are shining in a red, white and blue pattern this week.
Shachnow Lane: Fort Liberty road renamed after Special Forces legend, Holocaust survivor
FORT LIBERTY — Maj. Gen. Sidney Shachnow will forever be remembered by his beloved special operations forces at Fort Liberty. The John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School hosted a ceremony Friday to officially designate Shachnow Lane after the school’s former commander and Holocaust survivor. Formerly Mosby...
1 killed, 1 charged after police chase ends in crash involving FedEx truck in Iredell County
The incident began just before 9 a.m. Tuesday, July 2, when a trooper stopped to check on two people who were replacing a flat tire on a silver Hyundai Elantra on I-40 East.
4 displaced in Fayetteville duplex fire, department says
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) — Four people have been displaced following a fire at a duplex Wednesday morning, according to the Fayetteville Fire Department. Crews were dispatched to a residential structure fire in the 2700 block of Rivercliff Road in the Rivercliff Villas area around 6:40 a.m. Wednesday, the department said. The first unit to arrive on scene saw smoke showing from a one-story duplex and declared a working fire, requesting more crews to the scene.
MU’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Balances Academic Success, Community Support
When Caroline Crockett was considering a doctorate in physical therapy, she had her pick of several different schools. But when she visited Methodist University, something was different. When Caroline Crockett was considering a doctorate in physical therapy, she had her pick of several different schools. But when she visited Methodist...
Passing the torch: A new chapter at Fort Liberty
On a vibrant morning at the Main Post flagpole on June 27, officials held a significant change of command ceremony as Col. John Wilcox stepped down as Garrison Commander after his successful two-year tenure. In his stead, Col. K. “Chad” Mixon assumed the helm, shouldering the responsibilities of leading the...
Farm Credit Associations of NC completes FFA cottage
The Farm Credit Associations of NC have announced the completion and dedication of the Farm Credit Cottage at the historic North Carolina FFA Center at White Lake. This milestone underlines the association’s ongoing commitment to supporting agricultural education and youth development initiatives across the state, according to a news release. In collaboration with AgSouth Farm Credit, the Farm Credit associations raised over $750,000 through various fundraising endeavors, including the annual...
Foundations makes $500,000 available for eastern NC nonprofits
Eastern North Carolina nonprofits supporting education, health and human services can apply for grants from the Louise Oriole Burevitch Endowment. This opportunity will provide a total of $500,000 in funds from the endowment established at the North Carolina Community Foundation in 2015. Grants awarded to nonprofits will range from $25,000 to $50,000. “We are proud to carry out Mrs. Burevitch’s legacy of deep care for eastern North Carolina’s communities,” said...
N.C. Wildlife announces 2024 wild turkey harvest totals
Results from the N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission’s (NCWRC) 2024 Wild Turkey Harvest Summary report show that hunters recorded 24,074 birds harvested statewide in 2024, including 2,372 birds taken during the youth season. Hunters harvested 15 fewer turkeys than last year’s record total, making the 2024 Spring Turkey season the second-highest year on record. Both the Mountain and Coastal ecoregions reported increases in harvest numbers compared to the 2023 season, particularly in the Coastal region. ...
Global TransPark breaks ground on facility slated for incoming FRCE workload
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT, N.C. — Leaders and stakeholders from Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) and the North Carolina Global TransPark gathered at the Kinston facility June 25 to celebrate breaking ground for a new aviation maintenance complex set to house the depot’s incoming military aircraft workload.
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