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Saturday, May 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The North Carolina House is set to expand special ed funding, arts instruction and teacher training in its latest budget proposal — it would double aid for teachers in hard-to-staff fields and raise the cap on funding for students with disabilities from 13% to 13.25% — while also changing charter school oversight and boosting literacy, apprenticeship and school psychologist programs. This proposal, partially unveiled this week, outlines key steps to improve the state’s K-12 education system. WRAL
- ➤ More than 450 people gathered Thursday at the John D. Fuller Sr. Recreational Complex to honor retiring superintendent Marvin Connelly Jr. — who led Cumberland County Schools since 2018 and received both a Key to the City and the Order of the Long Leaf Pine — during a ceremony celebrating his 34-year career in education and ministry. CityView
- ➤ Janet Baker retired after a 52-year career teaching in Cumberland County Schools+ she worked at multiple elementary schools including Stoney Point Elementary and said the inspiring kids made her long career rewarding. CityView
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin announced on Wednesday that limits for three PFAS chemicals—PFHxS, PFNA and GenX—will be removed from the drinking water standards set last April in Fayetteville while limits for PFOA and PFOS remain and compliance deadlines extend to 2031. Clean water advocates and local utilities worry the rollback could weaken protections for residents and complicate legal agreements with polluters. CityView
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On May 15th, Cape Fear Valley Health held Kangaroo Care Day in its NICU to show parents that skin-to-skin care helps preterm babies become stronger—staff explained that the practice improves health outcomes and bonding while planning additional training events. The event supported the center’s ongoing efforts to integrate this care into all levels of pregnancy support. CityView
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Terry Sanford baseball team defeated Southern Alamance 6–2 on Friday night to secure its spot in the 3A East Regional Finals for the second consecutive time—marking their third final since 2018. They will face No. 1 seed J.H. Rose next week as the Bulldogs aim to win a state championship. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ The Cumberland County Schools Board of Education approved renaming Terry Sanford High School’s baseball field the Samuel P. Guy III Baseball Field in honor of long-time coach Sam Guy—who notched his 400th win on April 22 and served for 25 years. The board also named the concession stand after supporter Joe Riddle and his family. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ Forty-nine local softball players have been named to the United 8 & All American all-conference teams for 2025 following the conclusion of the NCHSAA 3A and 4A playoffs. Key awards for coach, player and pitcher of the year were also announced as Gray's Creek, South View and Harnett Central earned season titles. The Fayetteville Observer
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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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Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
June 3-5 — Freedom Courts Sports Complex — $245 — Fast-track your basketball skills with expert coaching in Fayetteville.
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Summer Day Camp - June Session II
8 AM – 4 PM — Methodist University — Registration required — Engage in a fun and educational basketball summer camp for boys.
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