Good morning, Fayetteville.

The Juneteenth Jubilee, a free celebration of Black American history — featuring music, art and community performances — will take place Friday, June 19 from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Festival Park, inviting local residents to join in the vibrant festivities.

A new medical school opened today in Fayetteville from a partnership between Cape Fear Valley Health and Methodist University in a 200-room building on Village Drive, promising over 800 jobs + better local healthcare access for Cumberland County residents.

The Haymount sober living home at 443 Rollingwood Circle remains closed after local officials issued zoning violations and residents opposed its planned use as transitional housing.

Neighbors and council members say the shutdown shows that community voices matter in guiding local business practices.

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.

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.

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.

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.