Good morning, Fayetteville.

Fayetteville resident Stacey Buckner rescued an injured dog named Sunny near Hummingbird Place in Eastover after she was hit by a car and placed her in a foster home; Off-Road Outreach NC will soon pair Sunny with a veteran through its new Mission First K9 program.

Segra Stadium will host the second annual Mac & Cheese Fest on Saturday, Mar.

28 from noon to 4 p.m. The festival features 20 cheesy menu options from local vendors (including Flaming Hot Cheeto Mac and Cheese and Mac and Cheese Burgers), live music from Rivermist, and kids' play zones.

Homeowners will benefit at the North Carolina Home Expo, held March 27 to 29 at the Crown Complex at 1960 Coliseum Dr., where local experts and vendors will share free, practical advice on current trends and renovation ideas to boost home value.

Ashley Kercado and her husband held a successful Wise Mind Movement pop-up at Gallery 13 and plan to open their first physical storefront soon—reinforcing their Fayetteville ties and commitment to local style.

On Sunday, March 22 Cape Fear Botanical Garden will host a family-friendly concert with live orchestral music beginning at 3 p.m. by the Youth Orchestra and followed by the full Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra at 4 p.m. (interactive activities will engage young audiences before and after the show).

Gas prices jumped for a second week, reaching an average of $3.57 per gallon on Monday, March 16 in the Lower Atlantic region that includes Fayetteville.

Analysts expect prices could rise another 20 to 30 cents as traders factor in global tensions and spring driving-season demand.

Terry Sanford High hosted a test drive fundraiser on March 10 that raised $5,150 for athletics when Flow Mazda partnered through Mazda’s Be Moved Drive Program (103 test drives completed) to boost funds for equipment and training.

The Cumberland County Board of Education approved proposals to close or consolidate 13 schools after reviews of facility conditions and enrollment.

The plan calls for new campus construction and student reassignments starting this school year with further changes planned through 2029.

Cumberland County Board of Education reversed earlier consolidation plans after weeks of community criticism.

On March 10 at South View High School, board members rescinded facility shifts for Ramsey Street + Alger B. Wilkins, kept E.E. Miller’s year-round schedule and saved Pauline Jones campus.

Fayetteville secured nearly $1 million in state funding from Gov. Stein's initiative to address chronic flooding on Locks Creek Road by replacing a culvert & raising the roadway for emergency access.

Construction will start this summer and take eight months.

The Cape Fear Valley Health Foundation will host the Step Up 4 Health and Wellness Expo on Saturday, Mar.

28 at Methodist University, where a community walk begins at 10 a.m. and families can enjoy a Zumba session, vendor displays, and a kids’ area.

Pet Supplies Plus in Hope Mills donated food, toys and essentials for Sunny after the injured pup was found earlier this month by rescue worker Stacey Buckner.

The store’s gesture supports ongoing community efforts to help animals recover — a local push to care for pets.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Cumberland County Career Fair

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — North Regional Public Library — Free entry — Discover exciting career opportunities and connect with hiring managers to take the next step in your career journey.