Good morning, Fayetteville.

A Cumberland County Schools teacher at Douglas Byrd High School, Devon Murphy, was arrested on Thursday for assault by strangulation and misdemeanor child abuse charges + he has been suspended with pay pending investigation.

Fayetteville man Tresean Alexander Green, 22, was arrested Aug.

1 on a first-degree murder charge in the fatal shooting of 22-year-old Damonte Mayson Larsen on Oct. 31 near Spring Lake on Atomic Drive—he is now held in Cumberland County jail without bail.

Fayetteville resident Tresean Alexander Green (22) was arrested Friday, August 1 in connection with the 2024 murder of Damonte Larsen in Spring Lake after a Crime Stoppers tip; he now faces a first-degree murder charge with his first court appearance scheduled for Monday.

Fayetteville Public Works Commission will increase the electricity surcharge—from 0.327 to 0.541 cents per kilowatt hour—starting Sept.

1 to cover rising Duke Energy costs, which means an extra $2.15 a month on average for residential customers. Residents may share their opinions at an 8:30 a.m. public hearing on Aug. 13 or submit written comments by 5 p.m. Aug. 8.

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.

Corks & Connections Networking Mixer

6-9 p.m. — The Sip Room — Free entry — A lively evening of drinks and networking awaits local professionals.

Repticon Fayetteville Show

9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Crown Complex — Admission fee varies — Explore a fascinating exhibition of reptiles, exotic pets, and supplies.

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.

Boots & Brews

5-10 p.m. — Dirtbag Ales Brewery & Taproom — Free entry — Enjoy line dancing, food trucks, and local vendors at this family-friendly rodeo party.