Today
in Fayetteville
Thursday, April 30th, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 30th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville organizations are supporting military families as Fort Bragg soldiers deploy to the Middle East for Operation Epic Fury today. Local groups including the Family Readiness Groups, Armed Services YMCA, and VFW coordinate care packages and events to ensure families receive needed assistance. CityView
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Spring Lake residents spoke at a public hearing on Monday, Apr. 27 to oppose plans to close Manchester Elementary School, and Cumberland County Schools Superintendent Dr. Eric Bracy and board members listened to the community’s concerns. The Fayetteville Observer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ FTCC women's basketball team broke records with 21 wins and reached the Region 10 championship game this season under Coach Peace Shepard (from the Kay Yow coaching tree). Six players from local high schools helped power the record-setting season. 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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Fayetteville Rockstar Connect Networking Event
6-8 p.m. — World of Beer — Free entry — Enjoy casual networking over cold brews and meaningful conversations with community movers and shakers.
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~ Thomas Jefferson
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