Good morning, Fayetteville.

Fayetteville PRIDE Festival will move indoors from Festival Park to the Crown Complex due to safety and high heat concerns.

PRIDE President Krystal Maddox said the change will offer better security measures—and the festival is set for June 21 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. with vendors, food trucks, family activities and entertainment.

The Cumberland County Sheriff's Office is searching for Michael Justin Davis, 42, of Fayetteville, who is accused of discharging his weapon into five occupied homes on Sara Lane near Burgess Court on Saturday—causing property damage although no one was injured.

On May 27th, Cape Fear Regional Theatre presented Once on This Island, a vibrant musical that retold the story of Ti Moune—a brave peasant girl who proved that love is stronger than death & showcased Caribbean culture through music and dance.

Breon Arzell made his debut as both director & choreographer while the cast delivered dynamic performances that brought the island’s spirit to life.

Dr. Eric C. Bracy was unanimously appointed as the new superintendent of Cumberland County Schools and will begin his four-year term on July 1, succeeding Dr. Marvin Connelly Jr. He brings over 25 years of educational leadership experience and is expected to boost student outcomes—his track record shows he improves struggling schools.

Kathy Jensen—first elected to City Council in 2013 and serving as Mayor Pro Tem at key public events—has now announced plans to run for mayor.

Fayetteville residents have a clear guide for trash, recycling, and yard waste pickup that explains weekly, bi-weekly, and specialized collection days along with proper container use—if trash is missed, issues can be reported via SeeClickFix or by calling 910-433-1329.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.