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Wednesday, March 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Fayetteville welcomes back 4th Friday, a monthly event celebrating art and music with live performances and community gatherings. The festivities kick off March 28 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.—drawing local galleries and street performers together for a vibrant evening. Up & Coming Weekly
- ➤ The remains of Navy Mess Attendant 3rd Class Neil Daniel Frye, who died at age 19 during the Pearl Harbor attack, will return home to North Carolina on what would have been his 104th birthday next month and will be buried with full military honors at Sandhills State Veterans Cemetery on April 3. The Fayetteville Observer
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Air dome maker Yeadon Fabric Domes is moving its headquarters and new factory near the Fayetteville Regional Airport by 2029 and will hire 72 employees at an average wage of $47,724 — the company will invest $4.6 million on a 14-acre site as part of approved incentive agreements with the city, county and state. CityView
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Nearly two years after eight-year-old Jenesis Dockery died from a gunshot allegedly fired by her babysitter's 11-year-old son using a stolen firearm, her family filed a lawsuit in Cumberland County Superior Court+ seeking financial damages for her medical and funeral expenses and compensation for suffering. CityView
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sweet Tea Shakespeare will debut their production Pan, an updated retelling of Peter Pan written by director Jeremy Fiebig, at the Poe House from April 3 to 6 and April 10 to 13. The outdoor performance will feature pre-show music starting at 6:45 p.m.—tickets must be purchased in advance to secure seating. Up & Coming Weekly
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ County officials attended the National Association of Counties conference in Washington, D.C. to discuss legislative funding priorities such as water and sewer upgrades, education funding, youth mental health services and a proposed I-685 route; the Board later updated project statuses and suspended work on the Crown Event Center for 30 days to review its scope, schedule and budget. Fayetteville City Council approved a temporary FAST bus fare waiver for four Saturdays in March to help children attend story time while also adopting measures for an extra early voting site, funding for waste management and community transit, and the county library now offers seven days of admission passes to local attractions funded by an $852 grant. Up & Coming Weekly
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Let’s Walk It Out—222 Mile Ruck March Inc., founded by JP Cervantes, a U.S. Army Special Forces veteran, is organizing its 5th annual 222-mile march from Fayetteville to Camp Lejeune and back to raise awareness about veteran suicide and support those struggling with mental health issues. The event will run from April 3 through 12 and will launch a new Service and Sacrifice Scholarship Fund for families of veterans and first responders. Up & Coming Weekly
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville Motor Speedway will host the Overdrive Monster Trucks event on April 5 at 3035 Whitman Rd in Grays Creek. The event will feature two shows with monster truck rides and track parties — tickets start at $10 — with VIP options available. Up & Coming Weekly
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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