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East Bladen Soccer Teams Receive Ethics & Sportsmanship Awards
KANSAS CITY, Mo. – East Bladen’s girls’ and boys’ soccer teams received Team Ethics and Sportsmanship Awards for the 2023-2024 seasons that were announced earlier this month by the United Soccer Coaches Association. The Lady Eagles received the gold award which is presented to teams who...
‘What’s going on with the water?' Fort Liberty continues chemical testing in Spring Lake
SPRING LAKE — Shirley Hargrove received a letter this month from Army officials telling her there would be a meeting Thursday night concerning the well water at her Spring Lake home. Hargrove, who worked at Fort Liberty when it was known as Fort Bragg and has lived in Spring Lake for more than 50 years, said “she heard something about water” years ago, but didn’t hear anything else. ...
Robeson Community College displayed the winners of its annual Cosmetology Fantasy contest.
LUMBERTON — What started in 2022 as a way to prepare for the North Carolina SkillsUSA competition, has now grown into a major contest for the cosmetology department at Robeson Community College, with students battling it out to win the title for the best fantasy display. This year the...
Former FedEx Driver Charged in Tragic Dog Theft Case
Help keep One Green Planet free and independent! Together we can ensure our platform remains a hub for empowering ideas committed to fighting for a sustainable, healthy, and compassionate world. Please support us in keeping our mission strong. A FedEx driver in North Carolina faces serious charges after allegedly stealing...
Fayetteville police seek SUV; man dies after he’s hit while crossing road
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) — Police in Fayetteville released photos of an SUV they say was involved in a crash that killed a man crossing a road Thursday night. The deadly wreck was reported around 9:50 p.m. Thursday at the intersection of Cliffdale and Bunce roads, according to a news release from the Fayetteville Police Department.
Homeless Man Leaves Note Next To Puppies And Leaves Shelter Workers Heartbroken
When the staff at Fayetteville Animal Protection Society, a shelter based in North Carolina, came to work on Sunday, after storms earlier that month, they were met with something very unusual. In front of their door was a litter of adorable puppies waiting for them to take them into the...
3 Things To Know For Monday
Here are three things to know for Monday, July 29:. 1. Ribbon Cutting: Tuesday, 7-8 p.m., Splash’s Fun Park Splash Pad, 1879 White Lake Drive, White Lake. Information: 910-862-4064. 2. Blood Drive: Aug. 6, Noon-5 p.m., Hickory Grove Baptist Church, 6414 Center Road, Bladenboro. Visit redcross.org or call Carolyn...
Fayetteville State University Launches Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management and Technology
Fayetteville, NC – Fayetteville State University (FSU) has announced the launch of a new Bachelor of Science degree in Supply Chain Management and Technology, aiming to meet the rapidly growing demand for skilled professionals in this critical field. The program, set to welcome its first cohort in Fall 2024, will equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills to thrive in the dynamic and evolving world of supply chains.
Sean Hill suffered injuries in Fayetteville head-on accident
FAYETTEVILLE, NC, (July 27, 2024) - The Fayetteville Police Department is investigating a two-vehicle crash on Saturday that claimed the life of one person and left another with injuries. The crash occurred at the intersection of South Reilly Road and Lexi Lane. Police reported that 35-year-old Sean Hill of Fayetteville...
FROM THE ARCHIVES: Cross Creek Mall, downtown and more from Fayetteville's past
The Fayetteville Observer has plenty of photos in its archives for anyone interested in how the Cumberland County area has grown and changed over time. Here are 20 of our most popular staff archive photo galleries from the past few years, with photos ranging from the 1800s to the 2010s. Hay Street's seedy...
NC Department of Transportation upgrades traffic signals to improve pedestrian safety
North Carolina Department of Transportation is improving pedestrian safety through upgrading traffic signals.According to a Friday press release, NCDOT is adding a 'leading pedestrian interval' or LPI, to its traffic signals. This gives pedestrians a three to seven-second head start to enter the crosswalk before drivers who must yield before making a turn."This change makes pedestrians more visible for drivers," Nick Zinser, NCDOT's Western Region Signals Engineer, said. "It's a safety enhancement, and it can be done at a low cost by reprogramming the existing equipment at our traffic signals."LPIs are already common in downtown Charlotte and Raleigh.The press release...
Fentanyl, $6,000+ seized in large drug trafficking bust, Fayetteville police say
FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) — A man is facing drug trafficking charges after hundreds of grams of fentanyl were found among several other drugs seized, the Fayetteville Police Department said Thursday. On July 18, officers said they executed two search warrants with the help of the Hope Mills Police Department:...
Food news: See what Fayetteville restaurants and food trucks opened or closed this summer
June and July brought several openings and closings in the Fayetteville-area food scene. Two mall food court stands closed in Fayetteville and a burger drive-thru in Spring Lake served its last meal. A new restaurant and bar opened on Bragg Boulevard in Fayetteville, two food trucks made their debut, and a hot dog stand moved into a brick-and-mortar restaurant on Raeford Road. ...
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