Today
in Fayetteville
Monday, August 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A CSX cargo train carrying coal derailed outside Enfield in Halifax County today—causing Amtrak to cancel routes from New York to Raleigh and from Washington, D.C. to Raleigh—and officials reported no injuries or environmental harm. WRAL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ One person died and two others were injured in a shooting on Sunday evening at the 7100 block of Chinoak Drive—police are investigating the incident. ABC 11
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students at Village Christian Academy, Pine Forest and Fayetteville Academy work on yearbooks and newspapers that teach journalism skills like photography, writing and design — skills used to document local events. They commit to work during evenings, weekends and summer months — gaining experience for future media careers while preserving school memories. CityView
- ➤ Bilingual columnist Claudia Zamora says it is never too late to return to school and invites Fayetteville residents to a backpack and school supply giveaway on August 23 at 670 N. Reilly Road — hosted by Big Erv BBQ and 910 Sweets to support local education. CityView
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Fayetteville fans can vote for the 910Preps Football Defensive Preseason Player of the Year by choosing among 21 local players as voting ends on August 21 at 6 p.m.—all 11 high school teams will begin their season on August 22. The Fayetteville Observer
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Repticon Fayetteville Show
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Crown Complex — Admission fee varies — Explore a fascinating exhibition of reptiles, exotic pets, and supplies.
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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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