Today
in Fayetteville
Saturday, February 21st, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Gray's Creek Middle School special education teacher Briaja Ervin was named Amazing Teacher by The Fayetteville Observer (presented by Smith Douglas Homes) on Feb. 20. She was recognized for her dedication and impact in the classroom. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ Cumberland County Schools ended the year-round calendar at E.E. Miller Elementary for the 2027–28 school year after a 5-4 board vote on Feb. 9. Families gathered at Cliffdale Community Church on Thursday to ask for more transparency and explain the change’s impact (they said it may hurt students’ routines). CityView
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Data from Realtor.com shows Cumberland County's median home listing price was $269,775 in January—up slightly from $269,500 last month but down 13% from January last year. Homes remained on market for a median of 70 days as 360 new listings appeared. The Fayetteville Observer
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Harlem Globetrotters 100 Year Tour
7-8 p.m. — Crown Complex — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate a century of incredible tricks and fun with the Harlem Globetrotters.
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Celebration of Arts: A Day of Gratitude & PLUSH Awards
3-6 p.m. — Seven Horsemen Billiards — Ticketed entry — Celebrate artistic expression with live performances, awards, and community connection.
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