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Hey Fayetteville, hope your week’s off to a good start! DMV self-service kiosks, J. Cole’s boost for a chef, a first-ever pro basketball home opener, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
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.
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.
Local professionals tapped for service: Earlier this month, Governor Josh Stein appointed two Fayetteville area leaders to state boards, including Neisha Wetzel and Alfred T. Davis, spotlighting Hoke and Cumberland County voices in state policy — learn about their new roles.
Audit delays and state oversight: At a Feb. 9 meeting, Spring Lake failed to approve budget amendments amid funding disputes, with $37,500 withheld and arts grant money required to replace a 20-year-old backhoe — 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 per 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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Romance-ready picks revealed: Planning a date night close to home? A recent survey of Fayetteville diners says Italian is the go-to, with ambiance counting as much as the menu. Local favorites include Antonella’s, Gusto Napoletano, Luigi’s and Pierro’s, plus 15 more reader-recommended spots across Cumberland County. See the full date-night list.
Sweeping facilities plan unveiled: Big changes are coming for Cumberland County schools. The Board of Education recently approved a plan to tackle more than $800 million in repairs, including closures, relocations, and a new E.E. Smith High on its current campus. Cumberland County commissioners must still approve about $310 million in funding. See what’s planned for schools.
Candy fix, solved: Sweet Factory in Fayetteville stocks bulk candy, nostalgic throwbacks, and giftable sweets, with sugar-free and kosher options, too. Consider it your midweek morale boost for movie night, lunchbox surprises, or that private “I deserve this” stash… sweet and simple.
Closet refresh, anyone? When your wardrobe needs a smart update without the guilt, Lily Kat’s Consignment Boutique delivers well-curated apparel, accessories, and home décor that rotate often. It’s a place to discover something new to you while passing along pieces you’re done with. Consider this your gentle nudge.
What do people see when they search your name? Search results can surface past mistakes or outdated information that no longer reflects who you are. BetterReputation helps remove and clean up unwanted content so your online presence matches your real life today. Not worried about yourself? Doesn’t hurt to mention it to family or friends who might be.
Take control of your credit card debt: High interest can keep you stuck paying more than you need to. A balance transfer card with 0% intro APR until 2027 and no annual fee gives you time to pay down what you owe without interest working against you. By transferring your balance, more of your payment goes toward the principal so you can actually make a dent in what you owe.
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📆 Around town this week
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This week
🎨 Fayetteville Art Attack @ Paddy’s Irish Public House | Wednesday (2/25) at 8:00 PM – Need a midweek pick-me-up that isn’t another streaming queue? Fayetteville’s Art Attack takes over Paddy’s with a magician, poets, dancers, and acoustic sets, plus local art you can actually buy. It’s every Wednesday, all ages, and pleasantly low on pretense.
🎨 Artist Talk: Shayla Thornton @ Fayetteville Technical Community College-Health Technologies Center | Thursday (2/26) at 4:00 PM – FTCC hosts a free artist talk with Shayla Thornton, a Maxton native in Durham working in watercolor, ink, and collage. Expect light refreshments, a meet-and-greet, and an excuse to catch her Solace by Way of Wonder III at FTCC’s library, which beats yard work.
🎓 Annual Transition Fair @ Tony Rand Student Center | Thursday (2/26) at 4:30 PM – Cumberland County Schools’ Exceptional Children’s team is hosting its annual Transition Fair at Tony Rand, a one-stop shop for life after high school. Meet colleges, agencies, and employers, ask real questions, and decode the acronyms. Bring your student, your questions, and your favorite pen.
This weekend
🧹 Street Clean-up @ MLK Statue | Saturday (2/28) at 9:00 AM – If your idea of weekend cardio is dodging tumbleweeds of takeout napkins, join the neighborhood clean-up. We’re meeting by the MLK Statue on Washington Drive, grabbing bags, swapping neighborly banter, and restoring curb pride. RSVP so we save you a litter picker and a high-five.
🐝 Bees and Beekeeping @ Bell’s Seed Store | Saturday (2/28) at 10:00 AM – Take a spin downtown to Bell’s Seed Store for a free, one-hour bees-and-honey primer with Virginia Warp of The Warped Bee. Straight talk on hives, honey, and not annoying the neighbors, with enough fun facts to impress the garden club. Bring the grandkids.
🎀 Super Saturday Grand Opening @ Floor & Decor | Saturday (2/28) at 10:00 AM – Floor & Decor is opening in Fayetteville with a Super Saturday that earns the name. Be among first 200 for freebies from Scented Wicks, Popcorn is Us, The Coffee Scene, and Stoneage Natural Rocks & Crystal, plus a Million Dollar Dice Roll that beats scratch-offs.
🎹 Olivier Latry @ Haymount United Methodist Church | Sunday (3/1) at 4:00 PM – Olivier Latry, yes, that Olivier Latry, is taking our restored Haymount UMC organ for a victory lap, Trompette de Gabriel and all. This is not background music. Bring a friend, collect bragging rights, and pretend you always read The Diapason.
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📻 Fayetteville report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 51°F – Low: 37°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 51. West wind around 7 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 37. Southwest wind 5 to 12 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 61°F – Low: 51°F – Precip: 1%
Mostly cloudy, with a high near 61. Southwest wind 12 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. Later: A chance of rain after 1am. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 51. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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🔥 Worth a peek
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