Good morning, Fayetteville.

Fayetteville’s Broadell neighborhood has advanced its bid for historic status after the North Carolina National Register Advisory Committee approved sending its nomination to the National Park Service; neighborhood leaders say the review (taking about two months) will decide the nomination next.

Cumberland County Schools approved over $7.3M in contracts (covering therapy, speech, and evaluation services) for the 2026-27 school year; the deals begin on July 1 as the district works to ease staffing shortages in special education.

Officials reported Vass Road between Flat and Delishi roads reopened—after a three-hour closure caused by heavy smoke and flames following a large outdoor fire on Thursday.

Officials have not determined what started the fire.

North Carolina has set new animal entry rules to stop the spread of screwworm from areas with known infections — animal owners must obtain a veterinarian check and permit 48 hours before moving animals.

Screwworm, a parasitic fly confirmed recently in the southwestern U.S., has prompted North Carolina to set new rules for animal entry—requiring vet checks and proper paperwork for pets and livestock from infested areas.

Yeniz Parton, founder of I-FIT Ideal Functional Integrative Training in Cumberland County, faced a high-risk pregnancy (complicated by lupus) while competing in a Spartan Race; her journey shows how local wellness grows through mindful, everyday movement.

A photo series highlights top Cumberland County athletes returning for the 2026 football season in Fayetteville- the feature presents players from local high schools and gives fans a close look at the talent set to shine on the gridiron this season.

Two-time Super Bowl champion Joshua Williams returned home today for Game Plan to Greatness in Fayetteville with Denver Bronco Jaleel McLaughlin joining him to honor local sports talent.

Fans can vote now for the 910Preps Girls Soccer Player of the Year with voting closing on June 25; nominees include standout players like Madelyn and Autumn Barton from local schools—I a season of competitive play led to these selections.

Pinehurst golfer Jackson Van Paris joined the US Open leaderboard after birdie on the third hole yesterday (tying with Rory McIlroy and trailing leader Sam Stevens by one shot) as the tournament continues through Sunday.

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.

USPA Tested and Open 2026 North Carolina State Championship

9 a.m. — Carolina Prime Performance — Registration required — Witness top lifters in action at this sanctioned powerlifting event with both tested and non-tested divisions.