Good morning, Fayetteville.

J. Cole’s Fall Off World Tour is drawing to a close in Fayetteville on Sept.

23 - the U.S. leg started in Charlotte on July 11, and ticket prices dropped to as low as $48 in Brooklyn starting July 31. Fans can secure seats soon with last-minute deals.

On Monday, July 20, 64 students started orientation at Methodist University Cape Fear Valley Health School of Medicine located behind Cape Fear Valley Medical Center along Village Drive.

Founding dean Hershey Bell said the event marked a new chapter in local medical education following a $500,000 donation for merit scholarships.

County officials approved a $439,068 study to see if an aquatic center meets community needs, selecting Wilmington-based LS3P Associates to evaluate project costs, site options and community input — the six-month feasibility study will guide future funding decisions.

Colonel Luke Wittmer assumed command at Fort Bragg on July 24 when inclement weather moved the ceremony indoors at the Iron Mike Conference Center.

Colonel Chad Mixon retired after 33 years and Wittmer said he will build on previous plans while supporting families after recent soldier losses (he offered condolences).

Kinlaw’s Supermarket has submitted site plans to rebuild after a devastating fire in 2024 + the east Fayetteville staple is set to renew after nearly a 2-year wait, with restoration work planned to start soon.

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.