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in Fayetteville
Thursday, June 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Captain Stephen Shakeshaft said kitchen fires have been the top cause of home fires after 50 incidents in 2024, so the fire department is installing automatic stovetop fire suppressors in at-risk homes using 911 call data and HUD-approved area maps — about 50 units have been given out so far — and more will be distributed soon. CityView
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Tawante Shree Sykes, 38, died when a train struck her near Chance Street in Fayetteville—police notified her next of kin and are investigating the accident. WRAL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Employees at The Friend’s Table in downtown Fayetteville reported not receiving their pay on a Friday morning in May — they confronted owner Portia Grady on May 10, prompting a police call and a no trespassing order. The restaurant closed permanently later that week due to safety concerns while public outrage over unpaid wages grew. CityView
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ North Carolina has recognized Juneteenth as a state holiday and towns including Fayetteville plan celebrations on June 19, a day that will mark the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. The day has been a federal holiday since 2021—although some events in other cities have been canceled amid political shifts. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ County officials on June 4 voted 5–2 to cancel the new Crown Event Center project and instead renovate the existing Crown Theatre and Arena near the airport—citing rising costs and a focus on fiscal responsibility. They will explore funding options as they determine how best to use the allocated funds—while continuing to support downtown development. The Fayetteville Observer
SPORTS NEWS
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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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FRC Firecracker 4 Miler
7-10 a.m. — North Carolina Veterans Park — Entry fee required — Celebrate Independence Day with a fun 4-mile race and a Kids/Fun run through historic Downtown Fayetteville.
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