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Sunday, September 7th, 2025

A new study finds that PFAS filters can also reduce cancer-linked chemicals such as trihalomethanes and haloacetic acids—byproducts of chlorine disinfection. Fayetteville’s Public Works Commission will begin a $116 million project in 2026 to install a granular activated carbon system aimed at improving drinking water safety amid possible federal rollbacks.

Sunday, September 7th, 2025

Fayetteville high school football teams are playing in Week 3 games as live scores and highlights are updated every 60 seconds—viewers watch on as on-site reporters and social media bring game details to local fans. The in-game coverage keeps track of scores and key plays from various Friday night matchups.

Sunday, September 7th, 2025

Fort Bragg is working with the North Carolina Department of Transportation on a microtransit study to decide on new rideshare, bus, or scooter options on post — the study includes workshops, stakeholder meetings, and a mapping website. Officials said the study will be finished by summer 2026 to help service members and their families move around the post more easily.