Good morning, Fayetteville.

On Saturday, firefighters from across North Carolina gathered at Raleigh's Nash Square to honor 13 fallen firefighters—most of whom died from cancer—in a ceremony held by the North Carolina Fallen Firefighters Foundation.

Fayetteville Deputy Fire Chief Adam Ferguson attended to remember local firefighter John Bowen and to call for stronger health protections for crews.

Children ages 3-5 made cards, blew bubbles and raced each other at G.B.

Myers Recreation Center in Fayetteville (in the Savoy Heights neighborhood) during a fun day event (showcasing young creativity).

A car ran off the road and hit a parked dump truck on NC 24/27 at Lizzie Jeter Lane in Cameron around noon on Saturday, May 10 + the car burst into flames, leaving one person dead before responders arrived.

Fayetteville police are investigating after a man was shot dead Friday night near the 6400 block of Starbrook Drive — Reginald Bullard, 53, was pronounced dead and officers said there is no ongoing threat to the public.

Gyro Kings, a Korean and Greek restaurant at 700-02 N.

Reilly Road, will reopen in two weeks with its original menu and larger portions of popular items like lamb and bulgogi gyros. Owner Sonyi Savage rebuilt the restaurant with support from her mother and landlord after an intentional arson in March 2022—restoring the space for its much-anticipated return.

Cape Fear Valley Health welcomed new NICU babies on Mother's Day weekend in Fayetteville — the newborns were pictured bundled with flowers and toy bees as families celebrated early.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp

June 3-5 — Freedom Courts Sports Complex — $245 — Fast-track your basketball skills with expert coaching in Fayetteville.