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Happy weekend, Fayetteville! In today’s edition: DMV self-service kiosks, In Waves and War film screening, a chef’s rise with J. Cole’s boost, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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🏆 Most popular this week
Curated by popular demand — here are this week’s most-clicked events, local spots, and stories.
Skip the DMV line: The NC DMV has added 10 kiosks in Cumberland and Wake, including Fayetteville grocery stores, to renew licenses, order duplicates, register to vote, and pay tax on new vehicles — see where and how they work.
Pasture-to-plate vibes: At Bounty Farmhouse Kitchen & Tap, the farm, butcher shop, and on-site brewery are all part of the same story, so your plate and pint stay truly local. Crave North Carolina flavor without fuss? This neighborhood spot serves it straight, fresh, and welcoming.
Widespread voter record mismatches: Nearly 12,700 Cumberland County voters need to fix registration glitches in the state’s Voter Registration Repair Project. Flagged voters can still vote but may be asked for ID numbers — learn what to expect at polls.
Quicker DMV options arrive: NC DMV is expanding self-service kiosks to 10 more locations. Cumberland County included, and Fort Bragg will get a kiosk this spring, with average waits now under 40 minutes — see what’s planned statewide.
Leadership outlines growth plans: Fayetteville-based Callahan & Rice Insurance Group has opened a second office in downtown Raleigh, its first outside Fayetteville, expanding services while keeping headquarters here and eyeing growth in North Carolina — read the full story.
An unlikely culinary boost: Fayetteville chef Judith Cage said J. Cole’s early support helped launch her catering business. After The Fall Off dropped, she shared the story and now runs two local restaurants — get all the details.
Gold & silver are hot: Coming off gold’s best year since 1979, the momentum is carrying well into 2026 with silver remaining one of the most talked-about assets. Curious why precious metals are back in focus? American Hartford Gold has a free guide that explains what’s happening and how people are approaching it today. It’s free – and definitely worth a read.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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🎨 Hop into Spring Paint Class @ John Dove “J.D.” Pone Recreation Center | Tuesday (3/3) at 6:30 PM – Paint a cute spring bunny with your favorite people at J.D. Pone Recreation Center in Hope Mills, no talent required. Your ticket covers supplies and a pre-traced 11 x 14 canvas, there are door prizes, and spots are limited, so pre-pay and stake your claim.
🎨 Preschool Art Series: Stained Glass Rocks @ Cape Fear Botanical Garden | Wednesday (3/4) at 10:00 AM – Let your tiny Picasso turn everyday scraps into stained glass rocks in a hands-on, step-by-step class, and keep the mess off your couch. For ages 2 to 5 with a grown-up, offered twice to dodge naps, $20, materials included, limited spots, preregister at https://shop.capefearbg.org/SelectEvent.aspx?eventID=1000160.
🍲 Bowls of Blessings – Chili Cook Off Fundraiser @ First Presbyterian Church | Wednesday (3/4) at 5:30 PM – Think your chili can charm seasoned locals? Prep it at home, haul in your trusty crockpot, and hit First Prez’s fundraiser supporting missions, local and abroad, where you’ll sample, vote, and snag a prize. It’s $5 to compete, $8 to taste, toppings bar included.
🎣 Fly-fishing Basics: Fly-fishing Connections @ NCWRC Fishing Education Team | Thursday (3/5) at 6:00 PM – Bring your thumbs and a healthy respect for knots to this hands-on fly-fishing workshop. You’ll practice every connection from reel to fly, fortify your rig, and stop blaming “the one that got away.” More confidence, fewer tangles, bigger stories, and maybe bigger fish.
🎬 In Waves and War – Film Screening & Panel Discussion @ Blissful Alchemists | Thursday (3/5) at 6:00 PM – Trade the couch for In Waves and War at 414 Ray Ave, a story that hits close to home. Three SEALs, lived experience, real research, and a panel rooted in our Special Operations community. Complimentary admission, RSVP to [email protected].
🎶 The Sound of Music @ Cumberland Hall Auditorium | Thursday (3/5) at 7:00 PM – Grab a seat at FTCC’s Cumberland Hall for an all-local production of The Sound of Music. It’s free, it’s familiar, and you already know the words, so try not to out-sing the cast on Do-Re-Mi on your way to the parking lot.
🏀 Fayetteville Liberty Inaugural Home Opener vs. Raleigh Firebirds @ Crown Coliseum | Friday (3/6) at 7:00 PM – Fayetteville is tipping off our own pro hoops, with the Liberty hosting the Raleigh Firebirds for the first-ever home game at the Crown. Expect fast breaks, loud pride, and free swag if you beat the traffic. Bring the crew, buy tickets, pretend you always believed.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Fayetteville report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 66°F – Low: 43°F – Precip: 0%
Patchy fog before 9am. Partly sunny, with a high near 66. North wind 2 to 6 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 43. Northwest wind around 1 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 76°F – Low: 41°F – Precip: 1%
Sunny, with a high near 76. West wind 2 to 6 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 41.
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