Today
in Fayetteville
Saturday, January 31st, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Due to hazardous road conditions from winter weather, some print editions of the Fayetteville Observer may arrive late today as delivery drivers wait for safe routes. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ A list of the top 25 events in Cumberland County has been published for February with activities planned from Jan. 29–Feb. 28. Venues include Cape Fear Botanical Garden and Crown Complex (among others) so check the CityView calendar before attending. CityView
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville's Carl Pringle turned a community cookout favorite into a national brand with Flip Flop Sauce (named for his flip flops). The condiment, noted for its sweet front and spicy back, appeared on national TV and is now on shelves at Food Lion and Lowes Foods while Pringle hosts free cookouts to help those in need. ABC 11
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Families in Fayetteville are preparing for an upcoming winter storm that will bring heavy snow and bitter cold this weekend. Local stores (like Bell's Seed Store) and county crews urge residents to stock up and dress in layers to stay safe. ABC 11
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Michael Nagowski will retire as Cape Fear Valley Health chief on July 1 after 18 years, and interim CEO Dan Weatherly—chief operating officer since 2015—will lead the health system as it prepares to welcome new residency students at the School of Medicine behind Cape Fear Valley Medical Center. CityView
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UNC basketball coach Hubert Davis used former player Drake Maye’s Super Bowl run + family legacy to motivate his team during a press conference Friday, Jan. 30 as they prepare for an ACC game today. The Tar Heels aim to carry that drive forward in upcoming contests. The Fayetteville Observer
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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The Love Experience with Rotimi Live
8-11 p.m. — 226 The Warehouse — Tickets available — Experience Rotimi's soulful tunes in an energetic atmosphere.
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Road to Boston 5k
1 PM — Picnic Area, 445 Treetop Dr, Fayetteville, NC — Entry fee supports USO — Lace up for a meaningful 5K while supporting service members and their families.
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~ Winston Churchill
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