Today
in Fayetteville
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Historical photos reveal that the Liberty Tree, a 250-year-old live oak at the Airborne and Special Operations Museum on Hay and Hillsboro Streets, gradually emerged as a significant local landmark. A historical marker was unveiled during a 250th anniversary ceremony on Saturday, Aug. 16, 2025 (highlighting its enduring legacy). The Fayetteville Observer
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, a tornado watch covered Cumberland (and several central counties) amid forecasts of damaging winds and hail; numerous schools and colleges shifted to remote learning or closed as local agencies adjusted operations in response to the severe weather. The Fayetteville Observer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ TNT Sports aired a 30-minute special '4.7 Seconds: For the Championship' Monday at 9:15 p.m. on truTV, recounting how Villanova edged UNC 77-74 in the 2016 national championship game. It will re-air Saturday on TBS after the Elite Eight games. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ The Observer published bracket predictions by reporters Anna Snyder and Rodd Baxley for the upcoming NCAA Tournament—covering game forecasts and Final Four picks for top seeds like Duke, Michigan, Arizona and Florida as teams prepare for March Madness in Indianapolis. 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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