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Tuesday, July 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A deputy shot and killed an armed man in Fayetteville Sunday night after the suspect refused to drop his firearm and pointed it at officers near Pearce's Mill Fire Department on Airline Drive — the incident is under investigation with the deputy on administrative leave. ABC 11
- ➤ On Sunday, July 20, a Cumberland County deputy fatally shot an armed man on the 4000 block of Catherine Drive after he pointed his gun at deputies following a call for help amid a brush fire in a nearby residential neighborhood, and the deputy is on administrative leave pending a state investigation—no names were released. CityView
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ NC elections officials changed overseas and military voting rules on Monday following court rulings in a state Supreme Court race; the new rules bar state race ballots from overseas voters who have never lived in NC but still count federal votes and reinstate a two-step address verification for same-day registration voters — critics say lawmakers should have made the changes. WRAL
- ➤ Fayetteville’s new police chief Roberto Bryan Jr shared his 30-60-90 day plan on Monday as he said he would work with the Office of Community Safety and other partners to reduce youth violence and increase accountability — stressing that data will guide his strategy and calling on parents to help keep the streets safe. ABC 11
- ➤ Fayetteville Mayor Mitch Colvin announced on Monday that he would run for a fifth term after he changed his mind about leaving office and filed his candidacy on Friday before the deadline. He said strong messages from residents and worries over changes in the police and sheriff's offices — key parts of local leadership — pushed him to join a crowded race with 10 candidates. ABC 11
- ➤ Fayetteville Police Chief Roberto Bryan Jr. shared his journey from working as a patrol officer in Durham to serving with the DEA and then returning to lead local policing—his role as chief at Fayetteville State University helped shape his vision for a stronger department. WRAL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Camp HEAL, a free day camp at Rockfish Camp using opioid settlement funds, helped 52 at-risk elementary and middle school students from Seventy-First Classical and Brentwood learn stress management, suicide prevention, and healthy habits during two week-long sessions in late June. The program, supported by local police, fire, community organizations, and a $97,000 county grant, will continue offering follow-up support and a camper reunion in the future. CityView
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Nine former UNC basketball players took part in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas where they posted key stats—undrafted free agent RJ Davis averaged 8 points for the Lakers while Armando Bacot recorded 14 points and 12 rebounds for Memphis. The players competed in events held in San Francisco, Salt Lake City and Las Vegas, and their performances could affect future contracts. The Fayetteville Observer
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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.
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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.
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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.
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North Carolina Subcontractor Networking Event
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Fayetteville Technical Community College Horticulture Center — Free entry — Network with prime contractors and learn about Job Order Contracting opportunities.
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Corks & Connections Networking Mixer
6-9 p.m. — The Sip Room — Free entry — A lively evening of drinks and networking awaits local professionals.
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