Good morning, Fayetteville.

The Fayetteville Tennis Center on Filter Plant Drive is back under construction after delays — issues with a contractor had stalled the project.

Fayetteville city staff are set to reform construction project management after a consultant report criticized their heavy reliance on outside contractors and called for more proactive oversight—officials said new measures will aim to prevent delays in key projects like the tennis center and fire station.

UNC softball returns to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 2019 and will take on Ohio State at 4 p.m. on May 16 in the Knoxville Regional double—elimination contest with Fayetteville native Carlie Myrtle and Kat Rodriguez leading the team.

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.