Good morning, Fayetteville.

Fayetteville police arrested Tyrique Williams at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri, on April 16 for the first-degree murder and concealment of Annie Lock, whose remains were found in a Robeson County pond after she had been missing since August—and records show the pair share a daughter born in 2023.

Methodist University and Cape Fear Valley Health placed the final beam on their new medical school building on April 15 (with community leaders in attendance) as the project makes progress toward opening in 2026.

The $60 million facility (pending accreditation) will train students to address the area's doctor shortage.

The Fayetteville City Council approved a new agreement with Cumberland County that will share 50% of sales tax revenue beyond fiscal year 2022—expected to add between $2.5M and $3M in revenue next fiscal year—to help cover rising budget shortfalls.

North Carolina lawmakers advanced bills to let lottery winners claim prizes without revealing their names, which would change the rule that now only protects winners of over $50 million.

A Senate committee approved an amended bill yesterday to let winners of over $5 million claim prizes anonymously—while a House bill would allow any winner to remain private, with identities still reported to tax authorities.

After winning the Easter Tournament championship on Tuesday with a 4-0 victory over Cape Fear, Terry Sanford baseball built an 18-3 record and a 13-game win streak.

Coach Guy said the team focuses on each game as they will play D.H. Conley on Saturday, April 19 — followed by a game against Pine Forest before the postseason.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Annual Prayer Breakfast

9:30 a.m. — Christian Cultural Center — Free entry — Refresh and rejuvenate with the theme 'Restore - Revive - Renew'.

BBQ on Bingham – Community Cookout

3-5 p.m. — Brentwood Elementary School — Free entry — Enjoy delicious BBQ, music, and games at this community celebration.

North Carolina Team Scrimmage Poetry Slam

1:30-3:30 p.m. — 226 The Warehouse — $10 entry — Experience dynamic poetry teams compete in a heartfelt exchange of words and culture.

Timeless Fashion: A Mother's Day Tribute

2-4:30 p.m. — North Regional Public Library — Free admission — Celebrate motherhood and timeless style with a fashion show and awards.