Today
in Fayetteville
Wednesday, April 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville & Cumberland County show optimistic growth with new cultural and sports centers underway. Construction on the North Carolina History Center and recreational complexes for tennis and baseball reflects community efforts to boost quality of life. Up & Coming Weekly
- ➤ The Fort Bragg Fair will open on April 29 at 5 p.m. at the Fort Bragg Fairgrounds (Howell St. and Bragg Blvd) and will feature rides, games, live entertainment, and a children’s area for families from Fort Bragg and Fayetteville. Up & Coming Weekly
- ➤ The Tau Epsilon Zeta Chapter invites residents to join its 2nd Annual Gun Violence Awareness Walk at Hope Mills Track on Saturday, June 6 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Participants must register in advance + wear orange to honor National Gun Violence Awareness Day. Up & Coming Weekly
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ North South Brewing Company (304 Williams Street) will host 'Souls in the Garden,' a debut art show by Shelby White (partnered with 15 Sunflowers Studio) starting at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 24; food trucks and a silent auction will support Fayetteville Area Women’s Rugby. Up & Coming Weekly
- ➤ The World Ballet Company will present Swan Lake at The Crown Theatre at 1960 Coliseum Dr on May 1 at 7 p.m., featuring live orchestra and elite international dancers in an enchanting performance lasting 2 hrs 30 mins (including intermission). Up & Coming Weekly
- ➤ Fayetteville’s independent bookstores including Chapter House Books, City Center Gallery & Books, Bound & Vine, and Fulfillity Books & More will celebrate Independent Bookstore Day 2026 on Saturday, April 25 starting at noon with giveaways and free charcuterie, inviting book lovers to explore unique literary culture. Up & Coming Weekly
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fascinate-U Children’s Museum will host its 13th annual Super Science Fun Fest on Saturday, Apr. 25 at Festival Park from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the Dogwood Festival, offering free+hands-on science activities for families. Up & Coming Weekly
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Twenty firefighters are testing their skills for a lieutenant promotion at the FTCC Regional Fire & Rescue Training Center as the department seeks experienced & diverse leaders following a spike in structural fires. The assessments, which include a house fire simulation, will conclude next week to select six to eight candidates. ABC 11
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ A new feature celebrates the top 10 female high school athletes who drove local sports excellence over the past decade. Their achievements showcase Fayetteville talent and set a model for future athletic success. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ UNC legend Antawn Jamison helped in the search that led to Michael Malone’s hiring as the Tar Heels coach, and he said Malone’s hire will boost Carolina basketball — a move that will strengthen the family bond. The Fayetteville Observer
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Fantasia & Anthony Hamilton Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Crown Coliseum — Tickets vary — Experience the soulful melodies of Grammy winner Anthony Hamilton as he performs new tunes and classic hits.
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Fayetteville Liberty vs Kissimmee Lambs
6-7 p.m. — Crown Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an exciting live sports showdown as the Fayetteville Liberty take on the Kissimmee Lambs.
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~ Abraham Lincoln
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