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Saturday, April 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, residents near Fort Bragg may hear loud explosions as Field Artillery units from the 82nd Airborne and Marines from the 10th Field Artillery Regiment hold live-fire training with howitzers and HIMARS through April 16th—night rounds will be reduced. ABC 11
- ➤ ABC11 Together Perspectives for April covered a walk that raised funds for ALS research on April 4 and highlighted the upcoming Fayetteville Dogwood Festival where families can enjoy fun, food and local music — the report also mentioned the Peak City Pig Fest in downtown Apex. ABC 11
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Caribou Coffee opened its first Fayetteville location at 2606 Bragg Blvd. on April 4 after a facilities delay and now serves drive-thru and walk-in customers daily from 6 a.m.—6 p.m. The Fayetteville Observer
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Regional gas prices rose for the second week in a row, with regular fuel averaging $2.93 per gallon on Monday—up from $2.90 last week—and remaining about 7% below the national average according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The Fayetteville Observer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Cumberland Board of County Commissioners will hear from Scott Flowers (of the Hutchens Law Firm) regarding concerns raised on March 5 that led them to request an independent review of the $145 million Crown Event Center project and its extra $1.9 million architectural fee that triggered a 30-day moratorium. CityView
- ➤ While a statewide open burn ban was lifted earlier this week, Fayetteville still prohibits burning yard debris, trash, and construction materials since 2011 due to risks of uncontrolled fires. City fire marshal Justin McLaurin said residents planning controlled burns must first notify the Fire Marshal Office (910-433-1730) and provide details (location and purpose) to receive a permit. The Fayetteville Observer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Duke basketball, known for its tough preseason practices and earning its 'victory scars,' will face Houston tonight at 8:49 p.m. on CBS in the Final Four; the Blue Devils hold a 35—3 record while Houston comes in at 34—4, and players like Kon Knueppel and Tyrese Proctor are ready to meet the Cougars' physical challenge. The Fayetteville Observer
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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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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.
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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.
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Easter at Manna
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AAC Meet #5
4:00 p.m. — Pine Forest High School — Free entry — Experience the excitement of track and field as local athletes compete in various events.
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Art in the Allie
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Anchor Allie’s Fayetteville — Experience local artistry — Enjoy an intimate evening of live jazz and community vibes.
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RedCup HoDown Southern Soul Jam
12 PM – 12 AM — Thaggards pick N go — Kids 12 and under free, Ages 13-20 $10 — Experience a lively Southern Soul Jam with multiple DJs and local artists showcasing their talents.
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Come Sunday Jazz Series: John Brown
2-4 p.m. — Weymouth Center For The Arts & Humanities — Cost info not provided — Experience the talent of Grammy and Emmy nominee John Brown in an afternoon of soulful jazz.
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Annual Prayer Breakfast
9:30 a.m. — Christian Cultural Center — Free entry — Refresh and rejuvenate with the theme 'Restore - Revive - Renew'.
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