Good morning, Fayetteville.

A person was injured Friday morning in a crash on NC Highway 42 near Willow Spring on Mount Pleasant Road around 6 a.m. and was taken to a hospital while police and fire officials blocked the road as the State Highway Patrol investigated after an SUV on NC 24 was badly damaged with debris spilling from it.

Wawa opened a new store Friday in Goldsboro at 2853 W U.S. 70 Highway—where festivities began at 7:45 a.m. with free T-shirts for the first 100 customers, breakfast samples, hot coffee, a ribbon cutting and a contest for first responders benefiting local charities.

The chain plans to open more locations in Greenville, Wilson, Garner and Fayetteville within the next year and aims to reach 90 stores in North Carolina over the next 10 years.

A Raeford man was arrested Thursday for fatally shooting Fayetteville man Mark Anthony Singletary near Bragg Boulevard and Winston Avenue at around 2:40 a.m. on Feb.

21 and has been charged with first-degree murder.

The North Carolina Supreme Court ruled Friday that parents can sue schools and clinics for Covid-19 vaccines given without permission—this decision followed a case in Guilford County where a 14-year-old was vaccinated without his family’s consent in a 5—2 vote along party lines.

The Tar Heels played the Ole Miss Rebels Friday at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee in their NCAA Tournament opener at 4:05 p.m. ET (shown on TNT), and the winner will play Iowa State or Lipscomb on Sunday.

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.

Goat Yoga at Ithíka Acres

9:30-10:30 a.m. — Ithíka Acres Creamery — $20 — Enjoy a morning of laughter and yoga amid friendly goats.

Easter at Manna

Experience Easter at Manna as we journey from Palm Sunday to Easter Sunday, commemorating Jesus’ life-changing sacrifice and resurrection that continues to transform lives.