Good morning, Fayetteville.

On Feb. 5, William Barber II spoke at Crossroads Church, urging supporters to meet North Carolina’s political moment with the power of love and compassion that he believes will fuel progress in our community.

ArtsXL, a creative accelerator and multi-use facility, opened Thursday, Feb.

6 at 214 Burgess St+ county officials and community leaders celebrated its launch, paving the way for new creative programming.

On Feb. 5 at Crossroads Church, Fayetteville civil rights leader William Barber II told residents that voting in the 2026 elections can help change government policies.

He was joined by 17-year-old Kimberly Rocha (with her baby Brielle Towner), and activists plan a march on Feb. 11 and a rally on Feb. 14.

Cape Fear Valley Medical Center on Owen Drive is lighting its North Pavilion red through February to mark American Heart Month and remind residents to learn their heart risk factors and schedule preventive checkups — small steps that can save lives.

Duke and UNC will face off today at the Smith Center in a classic rivalry contest.

Fayetteville Observer experts note Duke’s strong interior play may clash with UNC’s offensive duo (Wilson and Veesaar), setting the stage for a close contest.

UNC will face Duke today at 6:30 p.m. ET at the Smith Center in a rivalry game where freshman guard Derek Dixon is expected to be an X-factor alongside guard Luka Bogavac and forward Jarin Stevenson, who have posted strong performances in recent games.

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.

Fayetteville Regional Science Olympiad

8 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Tony Rand Student Center — Free for participants — Experience a high-energy showcase of STEM learning, teamwork, and community involvement.