Good morning, Fayetteville.

County splash pads open today (including those at Eastover Community Park) offering free water play from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., while local pools will open Monday, May 25 with entrance fees based on residency.

Veteran Karoll Echeverri Kuri uses her balloon decoration business to transform events in Fayetteville into meaningful celebrations that honor resilience and renewal.

Her work in creating memorable birthdays & baby showers reflects both creative expression and a deep commitment to community well-being.

Fayetteville held a groundbreaking ceremony on April 30 for a new sports complex along McArthur Road, and the facility will feature 12 baseball fields, a multi-use building with restrooms, concessions, office space and an open-air pavilion.

Experts say the national average gas price is $4.30 per gallon—up from $3.99 a month ago—due to global supply issues from the Iran war.

They predict steep rates will continue through year-end, so Fayetteville drivers may keep facing higher fuel costs.

Cumberland County Schools cancelled classes today after over 800 leave requests as educators plan to join a rally in Raleigh for increased school funding.

The district rescheduled lost instruction to May 22 and May 26 to accommodate safety concerns.

The Cumberland County Board of Education held a public hearing at J.W.

Coon Elementary on April 29 to discuss a plan to close the school for a few years and merge it with Sherwood Park and Brentwood elementary schools by building a new facility; parents, teachers, and staff shared their views.

Josh Mozingo broke two NCHSAA baseball records on Thursday night against Westover — his team won 16—0.

He noted the achievement after the game.

At Terry Sanford, the WIN SmartPark system is now tracking 125 performance metrics — blending real-time data with video to offer a new, objective recruiting process during practices and games.

Coach Sam Guy said the analytics are already influencing player development and may change high school baseball recruiting.

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.

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.

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.