Good morning, Fayetteville.

A trooper tried to stop a vehicle for a traffic violation on April 27—when the driver did not pull over, hit trees and the trooper's car, drove to his home on Brooklyn Circle in Hope Mills, and then surrendered with no injuries reported while his car was seized and charges are pending.

Thomas Grant, a Fayetteville wildlife-removal expert, said snakes and spiders were the most dangerous creatures to encounter in Cumberland County.

He explained that black widow and brown recluse spiders and copperheads can cause serious harm — bites require fast medical attention.

Jimmy Keefe, a former county commissioner, was honored with the Order of the Longleaf Pine on April 15 at the Larry J.

Keen Fire and Rescue Training Center — a tribute to his long service and the legacy of his late father. He served multiple terms and earned praise from local officials for his commitment to public safety and education.

Khaman Maluach, a 7-foot-2 freshman from South Sudan at Duke, announced on April 27 he will enter the NBA Draft after one season—he is expected to be a top-10 pick in the first round scheduled for June 25 in Brooklyn.

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.