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in Fayetteville
Saturday, March 28th, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Military families at Fort Bragg gathered on Friday, March 27 at the Chay Youth Center for an Easter egg roll featuring games, a fire truck visit, & red, white & blue eggs donated by Braswell Family Farms to brighten the day amid challenging times. ABC 11
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Phylicia Rashad spoke at a Habitat for Humanity fundraiser at the Orangery at Cape Fear Botanical Garden on Thursday evening, where she credited her mother’s move to Mexico—shaping her career and her iconic role as Clair Huxtable—and the event drew volunteers and leaders, underscoring Habitat’s people-first mission. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ Bob Pinson, leader of the Arts Council since 2020, will retire on June 30 while chief of staff Kennon Jackson becomes director on July 1. His legacy includes stronger grant programs, public art, and a new Arts XL incubator — and Jackson will work to expand cultural opportunities in Fayetteville. The Fayetteville Observer
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Cape Fear Valley Health named Daniel Weatherly as its new CEO after longtime chief Michael Nagowski retired effective July 1. Weatherly (Dan), who has worked with the system since 2011 and served as president of Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, will focus on expanding services and workforce development. The Fayetteville Observer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On March 27, former Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski told ESPN he is not pursuing UNC’s coaching search and expressed sympathy for Davis after his dismissal; he also noted that freshman Caleb Wilson’s injury left the Tar Heels struggling this season. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ Duke advanced to the Elite 8 after an 80-75 Sweet 16 win over St. John's as freshman Cameron Boozer recorded a double-double with 22 points and 10 rebounds. The Blue Devils will tip off on Sunday, March 29 at 5:05 p.m. ET. The Fayetteville Observer
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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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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.
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All American Tattoo Convention
12-3 p.m. — Crown Coliseum — Tickets start at $76 — Experience a vibrant celebration of tattoo artistry and culture.
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All American Tattoo Convention
12-3 p.m. — Crown Coliseum — VIP ticket options available — Explore the art of tattooing at this premier convention with exclusive packages.
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