Good morning, Fayetteville.

Cumberland County Schools is proposing to add five instructional days to the 2026-27 school year and rebalance high school semesters.

Classes will begin on Aug. 24 and end on May 28, and teacher telework+early-release days will be rescheduled pending final board approval.

Hope Mills approved a $2.36M upgrade plan for Lake Park with parking, playground, boat ramp, gazebo, and restrooms after a Feb.

16 update. The board also scheduled repairs on a basketball court, renamed Pinecrest Drive to Suncrest Drive, and received a clean fiscal audit report.

Fayetteville families with ties to Fort Bragg share mixed views on the Iran conflict while the base remains on threat condition Bravo — car inspections and visitor passes are still required.

Local military personnel and veterans stress preparedness as tensions abroad continue.

UNC's basketball team enters the final week of the season with a home game against Clemson today at 7 p.m. on ESPN after moving up to No. 18 in the USA TODAY Sports Coaches poll and winning four of their last five games without injured Caleb Wilson.

Thirteen local high school softball players are in the running for Fans' Choice Player of the Year as sports fans cast votes online; voting ends at 8 a.m. Tuesday, March 10 (coaches and parents may submit headshots).

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.

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.

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.

North Carolina Home Expo

12 PM – 4 PM — Crown Coliseum — Free admission — Explore a variety of home improvement ideas and exclusive savings at this community-focused expo.