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in Fayetteville
Monday, June 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Several farms in and around Fayetteville now offer visitors a chance to pick their own fruits and vegetables during the growing season; local options include Williams' Produce in Autryville, Gross Farms in Sanford, and White Hill Farms in Cameron. Residents can choose from strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, cucumbers and more—each offering different hours and prices—to enjoy an interactive experience. The Fayetteville Observer
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Fayetteville has welcomed several new businesses, including an arcade taproom on Maiden Lane and a jazz lounge on Franklin Street, as entrepreneurs invest in the area despite vacant spaces and delays in major projects. Local officials and real estate agents remain hopeful that upcoming developments will draw more residents—helping downtown grow further. CityView
- ➤ Buffalo Wild Wings will open on Fort Bragg at the end of June at the site of the former KFC in the Smoke Bomb Hill Express—offering wings, tenders, burgers and tap beer. Col. Chad Mixon said in a May 21 meeting that the new restaurant is expected to boost dining options on base. The Fayetteville Observer
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ CityView Media released its June magazine, The Downtown Issue, which covers downtown Fayetteville’s renewed business energy and community events with features on new establishments like Floral Oasis – a turquoise flower shop that opened in November. The print and digital editions offer local readers a clear view of downtown’s revival and upcoming events such as the PRIDE Festival and Community Day celebrations. CityView
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Kenneth Skipper, a Harnett County man from Angier, nearly gave up buying a scratch-off ticket at Circle V Mart in Fayetteville but a store clerk urged him to try again—resulting in a $2 million win. He chose a $1.2 million lump sum after tax withholdings and received $861,006. ABC 11
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville City Council passed a Youth Protection Safety Ordinance that set a curfew from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. for young people 16 and under. Mayor Mitch Colvin said the measure was meant to promote responsible parenting — while several council members questioned its fairness and how it would be enforced — as a step to protect teens. CityView
- ➤ County officials announced the planned Unhoused Support Center in the B Street area was put on hold as they reevaluate its design and service model after discussions with Fayetteville Technical Community College—efforts that may delay upcoming public meetings while immediate support continues at the Salvation Army shelter. The Fayetteville Observer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville high school seniors have committed to college sports programs across baseball, basketball, football and other sports, with more than a dozen heading to Division I and many others choosing Division II or JUCO teams — athletes from Terry Sanford, South View, Trinity Christian and Gray's Creek have selected colleges including Baylor, Wake Forest, and Georgia Tech to continue their careers. The Fayetteville Observer
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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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Canvas Confessions
3-6 p.m. — 226 The Warehouse — Ticket purchase required — Experience an artistic journey combining live poetry and guided painting to express emotions on canvas.
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DIY for the 4th of July
6-8 p.m. — Cape Fear Studios Inc — $45 — Unleash your creativity with a patriotic painting class to celebrate Independence Day.
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