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Rise and shine, Fayetteville! Dogwood Awards honors, a historic tipoff, Sephora expanding at Cross Creek Mall, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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📰 In the news
Triangle changemakers improving lives: Attorney General Jeff Jackson honored North Carolinians with Dogwood Awards on February 17 for safety efforts, including Cumberland County Sheriff Ennis Wright and others from law enforcement and UNC — see who was recognized.
Firsthand lessons for congregations: Axios Security Group hosted a church security seminar in Fayetteville, uniting faith leaders and experts on protecting worship spaces. Turnout underscored need, with plans to expand to Charlotte and Raleigh — see what’s planned next.
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.
Highway upgrades move forward: NCDOT awarded paving contracts in Lee and Chatham counties, $3 million for Fayetteville-based Highland Paving to resurface 20 miles in Lee. Work can begin this spring and continue into 2027 — 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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🫶 We got your back
Popular retailer announces expansion: Sephora is headed to Cross Creek Mall, with a new store that will open in late March. The mall announced the news on Facebook. Beauty fans in Fayetteville can expect more makeup, skincare, and fragrance options close to home soon. Read the full story.
Streamlined services roll out: NCDMV announced 10 new self-service kiosks in grocery stores across Fayetteville, Raleigh, Apex, and Wake Forest. They are now available for driver license or ID renewals and address changes. The expansion brings the total to 20 kiosks across three counties, alongside 64 new hires to improve service. See locations and available services.
Old-school cue fix: Fayetteville’s long-running Barbeque Hut serves chopped pork with Eastern NC tang, crispy fried chicken, and hushpuppies that vanish fast. Simple, satisfying, and perfect for weeknights when cooking feels like a dare, a no-frills plate that basically counts as self-care.
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📆 Around town this week
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🍽 Community Feeding @ Julia Mae Community Foundation | Monday (2/23) at 11:00 AM – Julia Mae’s Community Luncheon is the kind of open table this town does best, free hot meals served with respect, no lectures, just lunch. Come eat, bring a friend, or pitch in as a volunteer, and if you can, donate drinks, plates, and plastic utensils.
☕ Valentine’s High Tea @ Anchor Allie’s | Monday (2/23) at 1:00 PM – Whether you’re smitten, skeptical, or just here for the pastries, Anchor Allie’s Valentine’s High Tea brings a three-tier spread of sweet and savory bites, plus two pots of proper tea. Ninety unhurried minutes for $49, reservations required, romance optional, elastic waistbands encouraged.
🎨 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.
🕯 Candlemaking Workshop @ Cape Fear Botanical Garden | Thursday (2/26) at 6:00 PM – Trade the candle aisle gamble for a great-smelling afternoon at the Garden, where you’ll pour, dip, leave with a dipped taper, a tin, and a jar, plus the know-how to infuse oils at home. Beginner-friendly, limited spots, preregister, and yes, ages 10+ with an adult.
👟 2nd Annual Sneaker Ball @ Fayetteville Chapter 82nd Airborne Division Association | Friday (2/27) at 6:30 PM – Break out your cleanest kicks for a Sneaker Ball celebrating Black History Month with good food, music, dancing, and a playful trivia showdown. Dress up from the ankles up, heels can take the night off, and bring your honey or roll solo, grab tickets early.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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📻 Fayetteville report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 49°F – Low: 27°F – Precip: 1%
Sunny, with a high near 49. Northwest wind 14 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph. Later: Mostly clear, with a low around 27. Northwest wind 6 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 51°F – Low: 37°F – Precip: 0%
Sunny, with a high near 51. West wind around 8 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 37.
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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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