Today
in Fayetteville
Friday, May 29th, 2026
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ruby Murray, a retired Army sergeant major, now leads weekly fitness classes in Hope Mills that boost physical and mental strength for local women. She also teaches JROTC at Southview High School — reinforcing her commitment to empowering her community. ABC 11
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local Fayetteville hip hop duo Zelda and Zoletta posed for a downtown photo shoot with The Fayetteville Observer's Andrew Craft today, showcasing their creative style. Their session adds to the growing local interest in Fayetteville's vibrant arts scene. The Fayetteville Observer
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Cumberland County Schools will hold graduation ceremonies for over 3,700 seniors starting Monday at the Crown Coliseum and other local venues until June 11; families should review guidelines and arrive one hour early to pass security screening (no flowers, balloons, or signs are allowed). CityView
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Jerome McMillion of Fayetteville won a $200,000 lottery prize after buying a $5 scratch ticket at Lucky Stop on Legion Road in Hope Mills on Saturday. He claimed his winnings on Tuesday and took home $144,021 after taxes, saying he will invest the money. ABC 11
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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.
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PokeKon Fest
10 AM – 1 PM — Crown Coliseum — $20 — Experience the ultimate one-day Pokemon collector's convention in Fayetteville.
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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.
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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.
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Paint & Belly Dance for the Kitties
6-7 p.m. — Bails For Tails Cat Rescue, NC — $10 donation per canvas — Enjoy painting while belly dancers entertain and support feline rescues.
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M.A.D. Studioz presents Mission 3: Planet M.A.D.
11 AM – 2 PM — Crown Coliseum — Tickets starting at $68 — Experience the thrill with Mad Studioz at Fayetteville's Crown Theatre.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards.
~ Soren Kierkegaard
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