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Saturday, June 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville man Shawn Antonio Davis, 39, was taken into U.S. Marshal custody in Boston on May 23 and booked into Cumberland County jail at 5:15 p.m. on June 19 on charges of first-degree murder and weapon discharge in connection with the March 8 shooting death of Laquarius Devontanious Dove, 28 at a mobile home park in Breezy Hill. The Fayetteville Observer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cumberland County ended contract negotiations with the Salvation Army to reopen the Fayetteville shelter because of disagreements over funding terms and building safety concerns — unpaid invoices and mold issues halted progress. County officials said they will continue working with community partners to establish a long-term, safe shelter solution. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ On Monday, Hope Mills’ Board of Commissioners approved a performance-based incentive for Project Shade—a planned $10 million industrial development at 103 Tom Starling Road that is set to create 45 full-time jobs with an average pay of $38,000 by 2026 and boost annual tax revenue by $50,000 if the company meets gas line and stormwater control requirements. The board also passed a $22 million town budget with amendments totaling $236,000 and set future meetings on June 30 for public input on a charter amendment and July 7 for a vote on the measure. CityView
- ➤ Fayetteville’s Cumberland County Sheriff Ennis Wright announced he intends to retire and resign at midnight on June 30 after serving 23 years on the job. He asked commissioners to appoint Major Jonathan T. Morgan while Chief Deputy C. Jack Broadus will serve as acting sheriff — the reasons for his retirement were not disclosed. ABC 11
- ➤ The state Senate is reviewing a bill that passed the House on May 7 to force makers of forever chemicals to pay for removing PFAS from public water systems — the measure targets Chemours for decades-long water contamination near the Fayetteville Works Plant and may let the DEQ order payment and take legal action, though it remains unclear if it will cover the Public Works Commission’s planned filter. CityView
- ➤ Local law enforcement agencies in North Carolina now have 21 signed or pending ICE agreements that let officers use limited immigration enforcement programs (jail enforcement, task force, or warrant service models) while 629 similar agreements exist nationwide and six states restrict such partnerships. The report shows that local agencies are choosing different levels of participation in federal immigration enforcement. The Fayetteville Observer
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
July 8th-10th — Freedom Courts Sports Complex — Registration required — Enhance your shooting and ball-handling skills with expert coaching and tailored drills.
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Fayetteville Roller Derby
5-6:30 p.m. — Crown Complex — One ticket covers both games — Witness an exciting double header with Fayetteville Roller Derby taking on Low Country.
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Whispers of Villa Romance Styled Shoot
6-8:30 p.m. — Villa Mirabela — Early Bird Special available — Elevate your portfolio with a glamorous styled shoot featuring romantic setups and stunning European-inspired aesthetics.
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Rhythm & Rodeo Line Dancing Series
3-8 p.m. — 5319 Yadkin Rd, Fayetteville, NC — Free entry — Enjoy a high-energy line dancing series with music, food, and fun for the whole family.
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Video Editing Course for High School Students
10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Image Graphics Inc. — Cost varies — Dive into the world of video editing and motion graphics with hands-on training in Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects.
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