Good morning, Fayetteville.

J'Kwan Fulmore of Er’Body Eatz is launching community gardens in blighted neighborhoods off Rim Road using donated seeds, soil and volunteer help to grow fresh produce and teach cooking classes.

The project will soon turn abandoned spaces into local food sources—addressing food injustice as neighbors work together amid limited government support.

Dreamville Festival has announced its final lineup for April 5-6 at Dorothea Dix Park in downtown Raleigh—headlined by Lil Wayne, 21 Savage, J.

Cole and Erykah Badu—with tickets starting at $299.99 available now. J. Cole, a Fayetteville native who started the event in 2019, will see the festival end with this last edition.

A section of Raeford Road near Highland Country Club in Fayetteville will close at the end of March for eight months for a culvert replacement needed to improve drainage for Branson Creek — Mountain Creek Contractors Inc. won a $1 million bid and work is set to finish by November — drivers are urged to follow detour signs and plan for longer trips.

Two volunteer members of the Community Police Advisory Board quit after a short time, saying the board only cheers on the police instead of giving clear advice—Jeremy Fiebig left last September after five months and William Grace resigned in January despite a three-year term; their exit has sparked a debate on proper police oversight in Fayetteville.

North Carolina lawmakers are proposing House Bill 95 to make it a felony to threaten local politicians and to enforce stricter bail rules that keep suspects in jail for up to two days with no bond—rising politically motivated threats and bipartisan support have spurred this proposal, which may be approved today.

Pine Forest High School named Kevin Inman as its new head football coach for the 2025-26 season after Coach Bill Sochovka retired on July 1—Inman, a South View graduate with Division I experience—will guide the team as he builds relationships with athletes ahead of spring workouts.

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.

Sunday Spring Fling

11 AM – 2 PM — Crown Complex — Explore fabulous fashion and seasonal delights at this women's expo.

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.

Hills & Thrills ATV Express Tour

12 p.m. — Sweet Valley Ranch — Price includes equipment rental — Experience a thrilling guided ATV tour through diverse terrains.

All American Tattoo Convention - Friday

12-4 p.m. — Crown Complex — Affordable tickets available — Discover the vibrant world of tattoo artistry at this exciting convention.

Grudge Race Car and Bike Show

12-8 p.m. — Fayetteville Motor Speedway — Resale marketplace tickets available — Experience thrilling races and an impressive bike show at this exciting event.

Digital Marketing Certificate Program

Apr 14 — Image Graphics Inc. — Tuition details available — Gain essential digital marketing skills with personalized mentoring in a small class setting.