Good morning, Fayetteville.

Dirty Myrtle Wing Company closed its Fayetteville restaurant after owner Troy Bennett terminated the franchise agreement due to disputes with a local partner.

The restaurant, located on Bragg Blvd and opened in Sept. 2024, was confirmed closed by a Feb. 10 Facebook post.

On Feb. 5, the Arts Council opened ArtsXL at 214 Burgess St., welcoming the Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra and Cumberland Choral Arts as its first residents (supporters hope the space becomes a creative hub for local artists and nonprofits).

Dr. Stanley T. Wearden, president of Methodist University, announced his retirement effective June 30, 2027.

He led the school since 2019 and helped launch a four-year medical school with Cape Fear Valley Health set to start this summer — a move that requires careful succession planning.

Cumberland County Schools requested $610 million for new construction, repairs and facility upgrades including a new E.E.

Smith High School and three new elementary projects. The proposal now moves to county commissioners and will be scheduled based on coordination & market conditions.

Fayetteville Technical Community College marked the completion of its new emergency responder training center on Wednesday (designed to boost local preparedness) for Cumberland County and eastern North Carolina.

Facing $800 million in repairs, the Cumberland County School Board approved a plan on Monday to close, demolish and consolidate several schools + the board has asked the County Commissioners for $300 million and will hold public meetings to gather community input.

Caleb Wilson was injured in the Miami game and is out with a fractured left hand, so UNC basketball will adjust its lineup for upcoming games and the NCAA Tournament starting March 19 (juniors and seniors are stepping into key roles).

After 13 seasons at Seventy-First, head football coach Duran McLaurin was named Hoke County High School’s new coach on Feb.

10 (he led the Falcons to six conference championships and a 160–37 record) and will soon begin his role with local players.

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.