Good morning, Fayetteville.

Fayetteville-area school districts are set to begin the 2025-26 school year soon, with Cumberland, Bladen, Hoke, Moore and Robeson districts starting on Aug.

25, while Fort Bragg and Sampson schools open on Aug. 18 + Harnett County Schools begins on Aug. 13 as registration remains open ahead of classes.

Fayetteville Mayor Mitch Colvin filed his reelection paperwork on Friday after saying he would not run again last month — he is now in his fourth term and the city's longest-serving African-American mayor.

An emergency water main repair closed a section of US-501 today between Weeks Drive and Old Durham Road—drivers can expect major delays and detours.

The North Carolina Department of Transportation said crews will work for several days to complete the repairs.

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.

Day of the Cowboy Benefit Rodeo

5-10:30 p.m. — 7 Branch Farm & Arena — Tickets available — Experience thrilling rodeo action and family fun while supporting local cancer patients.

Fayetteville Rockstar Connect Networking Event

6-8 p.m. — Gaston Brewing Restaurant — Free entry — Connect with local professionals and expand your network in a friendly atmosphere.

Find Your Tribe Fayetteville

5:30-8 p.m. — Melvin’s at Riverside — Free entry — Connect with fellow entrepreneurs and discover tips to enhance your financial well-being.