Good morning, Fayetteville.

Ace Hardware is running its Hometown Days sale through Monday, May 25 — offering deals on lawn mowers, power tools, and patio furniture for local homeowners to prepare for summer projects.

The Hooters at 501 N McPherson Church Road closed early today after its landlord locked the building, and a posted notice warns that unauthorized entry could lead to prosecution amid ongoing bankruptcy proceedings.

AAA estimates 39.1 million people will travel this Memorial Day weekend.

In Fayetteville, gas averaged $4.15 & drivers found lower prices along I-95, and experts advise leaving early to beat heavy traffic.

The Cumberland Community Foundation awarded $1.04M in scholarships at Cape Fear Botanical Garden on Wednesday, May 20, marking the third year over $1M was given to local students with awards like the Robert H.

Short Scholarship (up to $30,000) easing college costs.

Whole Foods Market Kitchen Minestrone Soup was recalled by Kettle Cuisine due to undeclared shrimp that could cause severe allergic reactions.

Customers in North Carolina who bought the 24-ounce cup (lot code 1762181) should return it for a full refund.

The Fayetteville Super Regional between Arkansas and Duke is paused due to steady rain with two outs in the top of the second—Duke leads 3 to 2 and game 2 is set for 4 p.m. today.

Arkansas softball hosted Duke at Bogle Park on Friday, May 22 at 11 a.m. CT in the first super regional game, and the Razorbacks pushed early to edge closer to a first trip to the Women’s College World Series, with the game broadcast on ESPNU + available for Fubo streaming.

Yesterday, UNC baseball played Virginia Tech in the ACC Tournament quarterfinal at Truist Field in Charlotte at 11 a.m. The game time was moved earlier due to rain forecasts, and the Tar Heels aimed to secure consecutive tournament championships following their 2025 win.

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.

Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp

June 3-5 — Freedom Courts Sports Complex — $97 fee for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills with high-intensity drills focusing on scoring moves and decision making.

PokeKon Fest

10 AM – 1 PM — Crown Coliseum — $20 — Experience the ultimate one-day Pokemon collector's convention in Fayetteville.

Father's Day Round-Up at Sweet Valley Ranch

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Sweet Valley Ranch — General Admission — Celebrate dads with dinosaurs, farm fun, and delicious bites.

Soccer Summer Camp in Fayetteville

8 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Arnette Park — Registration required — A weeklong soccer camp for kids aged 5-17 featuring training by Real Madrid Foundation coaches.