Today
in Fayetteville
Monday, September 8th, 2025
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At Fort Bragg, a mother raised concerns during an Aug 20th Community Action Council meeting after she found a gas station closed at 7:15 p.m. following her son's baseball practice—affecting soldiers and families. Army and Air Force Exchange Services officials said operating hours are set based on customer trends, and a local commander recommended extended hours and food truck options. The Fayetteville Observer
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Randy Boone, a Fayetteville native known as the last singing cowboy, died Aug. 28 at 83 after a long acting career on The Virginian series—he was inducted into the Fayetteville Performing Arts Hall of Fame and will be remembered for his music and local roots. His work on the show and in other roles brought pride to the community as he left a lasting legacy in the arts. CityView
- ➤ CityView’s September 'Fall in Fayetteville' magazine will be on newsstands across Cumberland County by mid-September — it highlights end-of-summer festivities and previews upcoming fall events for the community. CityView
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State Superintendent Mo Green will form a task force in October to study changes to how public schools earn their letter grades. The group will look at factors like student growth and college readiness — key measures to give parents a clearer picture of school performance. WRAL
- ➤ U.S. Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson visited Fayetteville State University on Sept 4 to share personal experiences that shaped her journey and highlighted her historic role—she recalled a word that helped her persevere during tough times. The event sponsored by Fayetteville Area Habitat for Humanity featured supportive remarks from Chancellor Darrell T. Allison and earned enthusiastic applause. The Fayetteville Observer
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Sweet Valley Ranch now offers overnight cabin stays on its 300 acre property in Fayetteville where guests can enjoy the Queen’s Landing, Bear and Elk Cabins. Owners Fred and Anita Surgeon built the cabins using local timber from a sawmill—tying each beam to the farm’s historic roots and offering a cozy, connected getaway. CityView
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The Perfect Pairing: Charcuterie Workshop
1-2:30 p.m. — Grapes & Hops-Craft Beer & Wine — Included in ticket — Craft a personalized charcuterie board while enjoying expertly curated wine pairings.
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Fall Run Iron Mike Run 5K Run/Walk 2025
4 AM – 2 PM — 300 Bragg Blvd, Fayetteville, NC — Registration details available — Participate in a community-building fitness event while raising funds for future chapter activities.
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Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2025
2:30-3:30 p.m. — E Melvin Honeycutt Elementary — Registration fee applies — Engage children in a healthy running program tailored for pre-K through 8th grade.
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