Today
in Fayetteville
Sunday, February 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville has been energized since J. Cole dropped his album The Fall-Off on Feb. 6; local listening events celebrated the release and his North American leg wraps up with a sold-out show scheduled for Sept. 23 + the tour marks a significant homecoming for the artist. The Fayetteville Observer
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, regional gas prices fell to $2.75 per gallon on Feb. 21, marking a drop that left them nearly 6% lower + 6% below last year's average and about 6% less than the national rate. The Fayetteville Observer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UNC basketball secured a 77-64 win at Syracuse on Feb.21 at the JMA Wireless Dome, with Henri Veesaar returning to contribute 19 points and guards Trimble and Bogavac adding needed support to complete the season sweep amid strong ACC competition. 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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