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Saturday, April 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Blue Star Families launched its Fayetteville Greater Region chapter on April 11 to support over 50,000 active-duty military members at Fort Bragg and their families by serving the counties of Cumberland, Bladen, Harnett, Hoke, Moore, Robeson, and Sampson (this is the nonprofit's 13th chapter and first in North Carolina). ABC 11
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hwy 59 Food Stop opened on April 1 at 822 Hope Mills Road, Fayetteville to host up to four food trucks daily with breakfast (7 to 11 a.m.), lunch (11 a.m. to 4 p.m.) and dinner (4 to 8 p.m.) shifts. The site is a collaboration between Eliot Silver, owner of Ty’s Uptown Grill food truck, and Todd Williams of Hwy 59 Auto Repair, who bought the lot four months ago. The Fayetteville Observer
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On April 11 (yesterday), the All American Tattoo Convention at the Crown Expo Center in Fayetteville showcased tattoo artists working on a range of detailed designs for their clients. The Fayetteville Observer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Special Warfare Center will run the final test for Special Forces candidates with the two-week Robin Sage exercise from April 18 to May 1. The training uses real-life scenarios with local volunteers and police, and safety measures are in place—these include alerting law enforcement and marking training areas to prevent errors like the 2002 accident. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ Nearly 500 homes and businesses in Cumberland County will soon receive high-speed 1,000 Mbps internet under a state expansion program costing $2.7 million+ paid for by providers and the federal government. The upgrade is part of the $31 million Completing Access to Broadband program+ that aims to connect 10,810 locations. CityView
SPORTS NEWS
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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
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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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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BBQ on Bingham – Community Cookout
3-5 p.m. — Brentwood Elementary School — Free entry — Enjoy delicious BBQ, music, and games at this community celebration.
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