Good morning, Fayetteville.

The Dogwood Festival ended early on Saturday after reports of gunfire in the public library parking lot, and Fayetteville police continue to investigate the incident with no injuries reported.

The North Carolina Department of Transportation said work will resume next week on Rosehill Road after a project left 30% finished in 2023—causing a road closure on the morning of April 28 with traffic detoured via Shaw Mill, Murchison and Country Club Drives until May 2.

The $1.3 million project, awarded by Fayetteville City Council, will complete sidewalk, curb and storm drainage improvements in the fall.

This April, local Fayetteville resident Tiffany Campbell shared her personal experience with a planned C-section, explaining that it is a major abdominal surgery involving seven layers and a recovery period of 6–8 weeks.

She challenged the false idea that a C-section is an easy way out and stressed the need for proper support and care — key points for C-Section Awareness Month — to honor every birth story.

NC State football players have been selected in the ongoing 2025 NFL Draft at Lambeau Field in Green Bay.

Anthony Belton was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in the second round with the No. 54 overall pick — linebacker Payton Wilson and offensive lineman Dylan McMahon also were chosen as more players await selection.

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.

AsONE Prayer Walk and Unity Fest

All day — Festival Park — Free entry — A celebration of faith and unity bringing the community together through prayer and festivities.

4th Friday Art & Music Festival

6-9 p.m. — Downtown Fayetteville — Free entry — Experience local arts, live music, and street performances in Fayetteville's vibrant district.

Sneaker Ball 'Golden Hour'

7-11:59 p.m. — The Moose Event Center — Check for entry fee — Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend with music, food, and a showcase of the freshest sneakers.

2025 E.E. Smith Alumni Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet

5-9 p.m. — Crown Complex — Contact for ticket pricing — Celebrate and honor outstanding E.E. Smith alumni athletes in an evening of recognition and camaraderie.