Today
in Fayetteville
Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Families from the county are invited to Little Land: BIG Play for Families on Saturday, Mar. 14, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Crown Expo Center. The free event, hosted by Partnership for Children (300 kids receive superhero capes), features obstacle courses, safety demos, photo booths and scavenger hunts. Up & Coming Weekly
- ➤ Families in Fayetteville with service members feel anxious as tensions in the Middle East rise; local experts advise keeping operational security and offer help through community services like OneSource & Suicide Hotline. WRAL
- ➤ Vietnam veterans and Gold Star families will gather on March 26 at VFW Post 670 (3928 Doc Bennett Rd) from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a luncheon honoring service and sacrifice with an Orange Heart Foundation presentation; guests should RSVP by March 13. Up & Coming Weekly
- ➤ The 2nd Annual CARE Clinic Beach Blast fundraiser will take place on March 15 at Gates Four Golf & Country Club and will feature performances by Chairmen of the Board and Classic Soul, championship shag dancing, and a classic cookout fare to support free healthcare for local residents. Up & Coming Weekly
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Vision Resource Center’s second annual fashion show Full Bloom: Cultivating Confidence is set for Saturday, March 21 at 614 Oakridge Ave from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The event celebrates empowerment for visually impaired models through creative styling & training. Up & Coming Weekly
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ YMCA of the Sandhills opened registration Tuesday for its summer camp, offering day camps for kids ages 5-11 at four locations in Cumberland and Harnett counties. Camp runs from June 1 to Aug. 14 with weekly fees starting at $175 for members (non-members incur extra charges). Up & Coming Weekly
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Shea Ralph was named SEC Women's Basketball Coach of the Year on March 3 after leading Vanderbilt's Commodores to a historic 27 to 3 record and earning player honors for Mikayla Blakes and Aubrey Galvan; the former Terry Sanford star credited her North Carolina roots for her success (she made the remark after the win). The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ Seventy-First High School promoted defensive coordinator Eric Hall to head football coach on March 3 (yesterday) after former coach Duran McLaurin left for Hoke County following 13 seasons. Hall, who led championship-winning defenses, will take charge of the team in upcoming contests. The Fayetteville Observer
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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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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.
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