Today
in Fayetteville
Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Organizing Against Racism Cumberland County will host an event on May 7 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Crossroads Church (306 McArthur Road) to compare The 1619 Project and Project 2025 on education, reproductive healthcare and voting rights through brief videos, talks and small group discussions on systemic racism. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ On Monday, April 20, Snyder Memorial Baptist Church hosted its sixth annual Eloise Jenkins Roundtable Mission Banquet, raising over $24,500 through sponsorships & a Mason Jar offering. One third of the funds will benefit 10 local nonprofits. CityView
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices dropped to $3.79 per gallon on Monday in the Lower Atlantic region — analysts predict a 20-30 cent rise soon, keeping regional prices lower than the national average. The Fayetteville Observer
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ In March, real estate listings in Cumberland County saw the median home price rise slightly to $264,100 from $264,000 last month while new listings dropped 6.7% compared to March 2025; the Fayetteville metro area posted a modest increase with a median price of $288,350. The Fayetteville Observer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UNC basketball coach Michael Malone added transfer player Maxim Logue on Tuesday to boost the Tar Heels’ post depth for the 2026-27 season; the 6 foot 9 (232 pound) center from Florida Atlantic averaged 4.8 points and 3.1 rebounds and will serve as backup as the team awaits Henri Veesaar’s decision. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ Duke basketball's Isaiah Evans declared for the 2026 NBA Draft after two seasons with Duke, earning All-ACC Third Team honors on Wednesday, April 22 — the Fayetteville native averaged 15 points in 38 games and is projected as a first-round pick, with the draft scheduled for June 23. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ UNC basketball coach Michael Malone signed freshman guard Matt Able from NC State on Tuesday, April 21. Able (8.8 points per game last season) is set to start as the Tar Heels aim to boost their perimeter scoring. 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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2026 Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk
9 AM — Golfview Greenway Walking Trail — Check for registration fees — Participate in a community-focused 5K run and walk honoring local heroes.
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Life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all.
~ Helen Keller
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