Good morning, Fayetteville.

Hannah Rodriguez’s shop Rock and Gem suffered water damage after a pipe burst during Tuesday’s winter storm (record lows hit at 12°F), and community volunteers helped begin cleanup.

The damage may cost thousands as the business owner works to salvage valuable collectibles.

Today, Fayetteville celebrates Valentine’s and Galentine’s with a range of local events.

Join a stained glass workshop at Paddy's Irish Public House at 6:30 p.m. or enjoy a Valentine’s themed high tea at Anchor Allie’s at 1 p.m., with more gatherings through Feb. 15.

Budda’s Entertainment will host its first For The Lovers Sneaker Ball on Friday, Feb.

13 at 226 The Warehouse, 226 Donaldson Street. Adults 21 and older are invited to blend formal style with casual sneakers, enjoy drinks and light fare, and reserve VIP seating (text 910-764-6229 for reservations).

Cape Fear Botanical Garden will host Garden After Dark, an adults-only event blending nightlife and nature on Feb.

14 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at 536 North Eastern Blvd; guests can enjoy a live DJ, science stations and a campfire lounge while exploring garden paths under moonlight.

Mardi Gras will be celebrated on Tuesday, Feb.

17 with parades, costumes and festive treats in Fayetteville. Local bakeries like Superior Bakery (featuring King Cakes) and Burney's Sweets & More (offering Mardi Gras croissants) are preparing special offerings.

The Arts Council of Fayetteville-Cumberland County will host an open house at its new ArtsXL facility on Feb.

5 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at 214 Burgess St. downtown; the space is set to become a creative hub for groups including the Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra and Cumberland Choral Arts.

Fayetteville’s Blueprint Awards will be held on Saturday, Feb.

28 at Blissful Alchemists at 414 Ray Avenue from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., featuring a concert-style celebration with live performances and cultural honors for local creative leaders + community members.

Cumberland County Schools announced that today’s classes will be asynchronous due to icy road conditions — district offices will reopen on a two-hour delay and Fayetteville Technical Community College will operate remotely with staff starting at 10 a.m.

Douglas Byrd Middle School social studies teacher Manzell Spencer Jr. was named the 2026 Sandhills Regional Teacher of the Year in January (after winning Cumberland County Schools’ Teacher of the Year in September) and will compete for the statewide award in April in Cary.

Due to hazardous road conditions after winter storms, the NCHSAA Board postponed all state swimming and diving events originally scheduled from Feb.

4 to Feb. 7 to Feb. 11 to Feb. 14 and rescheduled indoor track championships along with boys dual team and girls wrestling playoffs. Changes also give schools extra flexibility for basketball games (for state teams).

Monster truck fans will enjoy the Monster X Tour on Feb.

14 at Crown Coliseum at 1960 Coliseum Dr. The event will feature a Pit Party at noon with truck rides, photo ops, and two shows at 1:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

UNC baseball is starting the season ranked No. 8 in the USA TODAY Sports preseason poll.

The team will face Indiana on Feb. 13 at Boshamer Stadium after last season's ACC Tournament win (and NCAA super regional appearance).

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.

The Love Experience with Rotimi Live

8-11 p.m. — 226 The Warehouse — Tickets available — Experience Rotimi's soulful tunes in an energetic atmosphere.

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.

Sawyer Brown Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Crown Complex — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening with the iconic country band Sawyer Brown as they deliver their classic hits.

3rd Annual Ville City Blues Festival

8-10 p.m. — Crown Complex — Check local listings for ticket prices — Experience an evening filled with soulful blues music featuring Lenny Williams.