Today
in Fayetteville
Monday, March 16th, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ CityView hosted a 'Meet the Editor' event at ArtsXL on Burgess Street Thursday to introduce its new editor-in-chief, Matt Hennie (a seasoned local journalist) who will lead daily community news coverage. CityView
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville State University will open new campus facilities—a dormitory for 300 students, a Health and Wellness Center and a parking deck—later this year while strategic partnerships fuel regional growth by launching a business hub that has created 1,000 jobs and is doubling the nursing program next year. The Fayetteville Observer
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service said severe storms are expected to hit our area this afternoon and early evening, posing a moderate risk (for tornadoes, damaging winds, and hail). Local schools in the surrounding counties have shifted to remote learning or closed for Monday. The Fayetteville Observer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Columnist Tim White highlights the low number of women in local leadership roles and notes the city council and county board have very few female representatives—he urges more women to run for office to balance public management. CityView
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UNC, a No. 6 seed in the NCAA Tournament, will face No. 11 VCU at Bon Secours Wellness Arena on March 19 at 6:50 p.m. on TNT. The Tar Heels are without Caleb Wilson and have struggled on the road, which may hinder their run to the Sweet 16. The Fayetteville Observer
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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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Easter Celebration at Sweet Valley Ranch
10 AM – 4 PM — Sweet Valley Ranch — Family-friendly fun — Celebrate Easter with egg hunts, farm animals, and delicious treats.
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DC Heat vs Fayetteville Liberty
6-8 p.m. — Crown Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement of live basketball action at the Crown Complex.
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