Good morning, Fayetteville.

Camille Little, 33, of Fayetteville has been named to the 40 Under 40 Class of 2026 for her work as a supplier diversity analyst with the Public Works Commission and her role in boosting local economic growth today.

Nominated by community leaders, her recognition honors a strong commitment to public service.

Jasmine Jones was named to Fayetteville’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2026 on July 12 for her work in education and entrepreneurship.

She owns Her Crown Beauty Salon and teaches at Fayetteville Technical Community College.

The Fayetteville Observer shares a look back at July 1976 with photos capturing everyday moments in parks, downtown shopping, and local events at community spots such as Cross Creek Mall and Cape Fear Valley Hospital.

The historical images offer Fayetteville residents a vivid glimpse of the city’s past.

Assistant principal Hope Littlejohn was named to Fayetteville’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2026 today for her leadership in education at Westover Middle.

She supports students at Cumberland County Schools & runs the Little GEMS tutoring business.

A Hope Mills knife shop run by Army veteran Chris Stroup now doubles as a homeschool classroom where his children blend online learning + hands-on work daily, gaining practical experience in the family business while skipping traditional schooling due to past bullying concerns.

A partial solar eclipse will appear as if a 'bite' is taken out of the sun on Aug.

12 at about 11:34 a.m. ET in North Carolina, and residents must use eclipse glasses (that meet ISO standards) for safe viewing.

Chanda Walker works at Myrover-Reese Recovery Homes to help others overcome addiction and meets weekly at the Women’s House on Quality Road; she built a sober life after years of struggling with drugs and alcohol (starting at Roxie Detox).

Anastasia Jennings, 38, director of Clinical Operations at FirstHealth – Hoke, was named to Fayetteville’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2026 for her innovative leadership in health care.

Her honor reflects years of commitment to advancing patient care and community service.

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.

Nike Basketball Camp with Fayetteville Liberty

9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. — Seventy-First High School — $350 — Develop basketball skills and character while having fun at this high-energy skills camp.

Pilates and Pretty Vibes Soirée

1-3 p.m. — 143 Maxwell — Cash Bar Available — Experience a rejuvenating Pilates session while soaking in chill vibes and good energy.

Baseball Game for Special Operations Families

6:35-7:35 p.m. — Segra Stadium — $10 food voucher included — Enjoy a night at the ballpark with family and friends from the Special Operations Community.