Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 16th of August.
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🏘️ Community
The 61-year-old YMCA is facing rising repair costs and ongoing issues like failing air conditioning and leaks that threaten its free and low-cost services for over 2,100 members.
Members have asked county and city officials for help while management plans a fee increase next year—further support is needed to keep the facility operating.
🎭 Culture
Today, the Airborne & Special Operations Museum celebrates its 25th anniversary and National Airborne Day with a ceremony honoring the 250th anniversary of the Liberty Tree and featuring colonial-era activities, military demonstrations and live music.
The event hosted by the 18th Airborne Corps begins at 8 a.m. at Hay and Hillsboro streets and runs until noon.
🎓 Education
Cumberland County Schools banned cellphone use in classrooms starting Aug 13 to help students focus on learning — the district said staff will give warnings and then confiscate devices if they are not put away, and families are asked to call the school office for urgent matters.
This new policy follows a state law signed in July.
On Friday, Fayetteville State University held Operation Smooth Move to help new Broncos and their parents settle into campus housing.
Faculty, student staff and families all helped out—making the move in day smooth and welcoming.
🏥 Health
C-FORT, the Cumberland County opioid response team, distributed naloxone kits on Aug.
11 along Bragg Boulevard, Cedar Creek Road and U.S. 301 to help residents reverse opioid overdoses. The county will expand its naloxone distribution plan, which data shows has helped lower overdose death rates by 24%—supporting community safety and timely response.
🏈 Sports
The Cumberland County high school football jamboree took place Friday, Aug.
15th — where all 10 Fayetteville teams played scrimmages at Gray's Creek and Terry Sanford — to kick off their season. Coaches said the event highlighted new leadership and participation challenges that will shape week one of the NCHSAA season.
🎉 Fayetteville Events
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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.
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.
Hanging with the Highlands
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Sweet Valley Ranch — Ticket required — Experience a gentle giant encounter with friendly Highland cows in a scenic farm setting.
Cumberland County Fair on September 3rd
5-6:30 p.m. — Crown Complex — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy the festive atmosphere of the Cumberland County Fair with live performances and community fun.
Around the World Run
12:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Cape Fear Botanical Garden — Cost not specified — Celebrate diverse cultures through a community-centric running event.
Cumberland County Fair 2025
1-2:30 p.m. — Crown Complex — Ticket prices vary — Experience local festivities at the Cumberland County Fair in Fayetteville.
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