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Friday, July 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville grandmother Cornelia Moore (54) was arrested last week and now faces murder and child abuse charges for allegedly starving her 39-day-old grandchild, who died on May 3. ABC 11
- ➤ On July 23 at 11 p.m., Fayetteville woman Angela Cheveena Harrington, 37, allegedly struck a pedestrian on Robeson Street while impaired and with a child under 16 in the car, and she was arrested on July 24 at 2:30 a.m.—she now faces felony death by vehicle, felony hit-and-run, misdemeanor driving while impaired, child abuse, and possession of a stolen pistol charge. The Fayetteville Observer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former Fayetteville Police Chief Kem Braden filed paperwork yesterday to seek appointment as sheriff of Cumberland County after Sheriff Ennis Wright retired earlier this year — the Board of Commissioners will review applications until 4 p.m. on Aug. 4 and make a decision on Aug. 11. ABC 11
- ➤ On June 12, Cumberland County commissioners heard a pitch from Electus Governmental Affairs to hire a state lobbyist to assist with $126 million in funding requests for projects such as a new high school and county water system. The board has not decided if they will hire the firm and said a bidding process will be used if they do—officials already work with a lobbying service in Washington, D.C. for federal matters. CityView
- ➤ Fayetteville voters will elect a new District 3 council member on November 4 as incumbent Mario Benavente runs for mayor. Two candidates—Jeremy Wright and Antonio Jones—are set to compete to bring fresh leadership to the city council. CityView
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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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3rd Annual Back to School Bazaar
3-7 p.m. — Rainbow Shops — Free entry — Celebrate back-to-school season with giveaways, food, and entertainment for the whole family.
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