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Tuesday, May 27th, 2025
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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 27th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday the Sandhills community gathered at Freedom Memorial Park to honor fallen servicemembers in a Memorial Day ceremony despite heavy rain. Multiple military groups and local residents joined with wreath-laying and bagpipe performances—paying tribute to those who sacrificed their lives for our country. ABC 11
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Central North Carolina residents gathered on Memorial Day to honor military heroes at events held at Veterans Freedom Park in Cary and American Legion Post 67—speakers like retired master chief Curtis Leary and Councilman Jack Smith remembered the sacrifices of those who served and read the names of 16 veterans who lost their lives in the past year. WRAL
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On May 19, Robeson County commissioners voted unanimously to delay a decision on a proposal to expand the county landfill near St. Pauls because high PFAS (forever chemicals) levels have raised health concerns. The board will conduct further testing and explore ways to reduce contamination before any expansion is approved. CityView
- ➤ Extreme weather last year caused a 41% drop in North Carolina corn yields, with averages falling from 147 to 87 bushels and crop value plunging from $750 million to $250 million — experts say growers will need new data-driven tools and targeted relief for 2025 plantings. This comes as farmers face ongoing challenges from droughts, floods, and record heat that threaten local agriculture. WRAL
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Cumberland County residents can cool off at six lakes this summer, including Hope Mills Lake—which is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day—and White Lake, Jones Lake/Salters Lake, Singletary Lake, Bay Tree Lake and Cliffs of the Neuse, which offer year‐round access. The Fayetteville Public Works Commission said swimming is prohibited in water sources used for drinking. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ Residents in Fayetteville now have several budget-friendly outdoor getaways under 200 miles—from one-hour trips to Raven Rock State Park, White Lake, and Jordan Lake to two-hour drives for the Uwharrie National Forest and Wilmington beaches, with longer escapes available in Mount Airy and Charlotte offering diverse outdoor and cultural activities. The Fayetteville Observer
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Robin Hood
6:45 p.m. — Arts Council of Fayetteville | Cumberland County — $ — Experience thrilling sword fighting and daring escapes in a captivating tale of justice and rebellion.
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7th Annual Father's Day Weekend Crab Feast
12-5:30 p.m. — John D Fuller Sr. Recreational/Athletic Complex — Ticketed event — Enjoy all-you-can-eat blue crabs, fish & chips, and live music in a family-friendly environment.
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Robin Hood
6:45 p.m. — Arts Council of Fayetteville | Cumberland County — Admission details not provided — Experience an epic tale of justice with sword fighting and daring escapes in Sweet Tea Shakespeare’s Robin Hood.
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Nerf Wars
10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — The Rick Herrema Foundation — Free meals provided — Experience an action-packed day of Nerf battles and fun activities for the whole family.
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