Good morning, Fayetteville.

A group of 19 Buddhist monks and their dog continues their 2,300-mile Walk for Peace in North Carolina amid snow, sleet and icy roads + they paused Monday visitation hours for safety and will cross into Virginia later this week.

Cumberland County Schools is covering a $4 million funding gap because its gifted program enrolls 11% of students (while state support covers only 4%).

District officials said extra teachers may be needed if enrollment continues to grow.

After a weekend winter storm with heavy freezing rain, Fayetteville experienced icy sidewalks on Monday while downtown roads cleared (leaving only puddles from melted ice).

Officials held a grand opening for the Lt. Gen. James Gavin Joint Innovation Outpost on Friday, Jan.

23 at Fort Bragg, where military leaders and local educators gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony (named after Gavin’s father) that celebrated ongoing innovation efforts.

Health officials in Columbus, Cumberland and Robeson counties worry that new CDC guidelines delaying the first hepatitis B shot until two months old may leave babies at risk—although early vaccinations have cut infections.

North Carolina will keep its current rules to ensure infants start protection at birth.

UNC basketball coach Hubert Davis said point guard Derek Dixon has grown in confidence and fundamentals following the win at Virginia.

He said the team is set to build on that momentum as they prepare for a road game at Georgia Tech on Saturday, Jan. 31.

Fayetteville-area high school sports wrapped up conference wins in swimming and wrestling as the season ended, and nominees for 910Preps Athlete of the Week—including triple-double standout Jaidiah Blake—were recognized during (Jan.

19 to Jan. 23).

Fayetteville-area girls high school players have been nominated for the 910Preps Midseason Player of the Year poll, and local voters can choose from 11 nominees—coaches, athletic directors and parents are asked to send headshots as part of the contest, which closes on Feb.

3 at (7:00 a.m.).

UNC basketball got a boost after beating Virginia as the Tar Heels jumped to No. 18 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches Poll and are 16th in the AP poll, and they will face Georgia Tech in Atlanta on Saturday, Jan.

31 (2 p.m.).

High School Musical Performance

7 p.m. — Cape Fear Regional Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an iconic musical celebration with lively performances and familiar tunes.

High School Musical Performance

7-9 p.m. — Cape Fear Regional Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Catch an exciting live rendition of the beloved musical favorite.

High School Musical Performance

2-3 p.m. — Cape Fear Regional Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an energetic rendition of a classic musical in Fayetteville.

Amy Grant Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Crown Complex — Ticket prices vary — Experience the 40-year journey of Amy Grant from gospel roots to pop icon.

Fayetteville K-Pop Meetup & Hangout

4-7 p.m. — Matt Matt Boutique — Raffle tickets sold separately — Connect with fellow K-pop fans, shop local creators, and enjoy dances and raffles.