Wednesday, March 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Orange Street School in Fayetteville, after a $1.45 million renovation over four years, is reborn as a community center to advance the education and creativity of local children and teens. Up & Coming Weekly
- ➤ Zorba's Gyro, a family-run restaurant in Fayetteville, celebrates 50 years of serving the community. The Fayetteville Observer
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville single-family homes see an 88% increase in property value following Cumberland County's 2025 tax revaluation, causing concern among residents about potential tax hikes. CityView
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Cape Fear region faces an Enhanced Level 3 risk of severe storms with damaging winds, potential for isolated tornadoes, and significant temperature drops post-storm. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ Sky 5 captured aerial footage of a brush fire near Rockfish Road in Fayetteville, as emergency crews worked to control the blaze. WRAL
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Chad McKeown, CEO of Kraken Skulls, is expanding the brand with Kraken Customs, a new car body shop in Fayetteville, positioning the brand as Fayetteville's own "pimp my ride" shop. The Fayetteville Observer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The NCHSAA has completed its conference realignments for 2025-2029, affecting the classification and competition structure for Fayetteville-area schools. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ Nine student-athletes, including state wrestling champions and basketball playoff standouts, are nominated for the 910Preps Athlete of the Week award. The Fayetteville Observer
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Fayetteville Mac & Cheese Festival
Segra Stadium will host a Mac & Cheese Festival featuring diverse flavors, live music, and wrestling along with local vendors showcasing arts and crafts.
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St. Patrick's Day Craft Fair
The St. Patty's Craft Fair features 25 local handcrafted vendors, food trucks, beverages, and activities for children, all in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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WFE Spring Fling in Fayetteville
The WFE Spring Fling is a women's fashion event featuring a variety of shopping options, including boutiques, jewelry, and lotions.
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Sunday Spring Fling
11 AM – 2 PM — Crown Complex — Explore fabulous fashion and seasonal delights at this women's expo.
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4th Friday Event in Fayetteville
The 4th Friday event celebrates Fayetteville's local arts through visual and performing arts, live music, and support for independent businesses in the downtown area from March to October.
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Hills & Thrills ATV Express Tour
12 p.m. — Sweet Valley Ranch — Price includes equipment rental — Experience a thrilling guided ATV tour through diverse terrains.
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