Good morning, Fayetteville.

Fayetteville State University received a $10M award from the Defense Department to build a five-year research program in applied artificial intelligence for defense, logistics and biomanufacturing.

The project will begin once the contract is finalized and will pave the way for a new Ph.D. program at the university.

Tomorrow, E.E. Smith High's centennial celebration begins with the unveiling of the Wall of Fame Legacy Kiosk at 5 p.m. on Seabrook Road, launching a yearlong event that honors alumni achievements and school history with formal inductions set for May 30.

County officials closed the Crown Theatre & Crown Arena on Sept.

10 after inspectors found severe structural flaws that affected 18 to 24 shows. The shutdown will allow a full assessment to repair and modernize the nearly 60-year-old venues for safety and ADA compliance.

Officials confirmed a tuberculosis case at Seventy-First High School today and have identified more than 260 individuals who may have been in close contact.

Health officials are advising those exposed to seek testing if symptoms arise.

UNC football released its first ACC injury update ahead of the Sept.

19 game against Clemson. Defensive lineman Melkart Abou Jaoude is listed as questionable while tight end Jordan Washington remains out, with final decisions to be made at game time.