Friday, May 9th, 2025

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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fiery crash at 10:45 a.m. near Exit 46 on N.C. Highway 87 in Cumberland County caused produce to spill and a tractor-trailer to scorch northbound I-95 — crews began clearing by 11 a.m. — and the lanes did not fully reopen until 5 p.m. WRAL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville Tech and ECU signed a bilateral agreement on April 28 that guarantees qualified FTCC graduates with Associate in Applied Science degrees can transfer credits to enroll in ECU’s Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology program. The deal lets local students complete many concentrations online and benefit from special advising — helping them pursue a technical career without leaving Fayetteville. CityView
- ➤ Gov. Josh Stein’s student safety task force met on May 8 to discuss cell phone rules in public schools and the need for clear guidelines. The group looked at when students should use their phones and what tools schools can use to enforce these rules—planning to meet again later in May—so the governor can review a best practices guide in June. WRAL
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville renters face a tight market as one-bedroom rents exceed $1,100, forcing residents like Carol Mills to balance stretched budgets—many spend over 30% of their income on housing while limited affordable units and scant immediate city help complicate finding a new home. The Fayetteville Observer
SPORTS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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PWC Pre-Registration for Public Works Art Exhibit
12-8 p.m. — Arts Council of Fayetteville — $15 for one artwork, $20 for two — Drop off your original art pieces for a chance to showcase them in a community-wide exhibit.
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2025 Rockfish Open House
3-7 p.m. — Camp Rockfish — Free entry — Discover the beauty and fun of Camp Rockfish with delicious food options available.
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Hills and Thrills Adventure Tour
12 PM – 1 PM — Sweet Valley Ranch — Tickets are Non Refundable — Experience a 60-minute guided ATV tour through the terrains of Sweet Valley Ranch!
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2025 Monarch Baseball Summer Camp
9 AM – 12 PM — Methodist University — Check website for pricing — Hone your baseball skills with expert coaching and competitive games.
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