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Tuesday, October 21st, 2025

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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of October.

CULTURE NEWS

  • Cape Fear Regional Theatre is putting on Little Shop of Horrors at 1707 Owen Drive from Thursday through November 16 - the musical tells the story of a scary plant, a shy florist and a group of singing women. Free bloody marys and trivia events will be offered on select evenings.  CityView

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Off-duty Fayetteville police officers are now permitted to carry their firearms on Cumberland County school property following a memorandum of understanding approved by the Board of Education last week—this agreement requires officers to carry concealed weapons, identify themselves, and act only during emergencies to protect students and staff.  CityView

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Walk to End Alzheimer’s – Fayetteville

    10 AM – 12 PM — Segra Stadium — Donations encouraged — Participate in the movement to combat Alzheimer’s with hope and action.

    Sat, 10/25/25

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  • Dia de los Muertos Celebration

    5-8:30 p.m. — Vagabond Cafe — Entry fee applicable — Experience an immersive evening of Mexican flavors, music, and hands-on tradition in honor of Dia de los Muertos.

    Sat, 11/1/25

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  • Holly Day Fair

    9 AM – 12 PM — Crown Complex — Admission fee may apply — Explore the largest holiday gift and craft show in Eastern NC featuring unique handmade items.

    Fri, 11/7/25

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  • Holly Day Fair

    9 AM – 12 PM — Crown Complex — Admission details not provided — Explore the largest holiday gift and craft show in Eastern North Carolina.

    Sat, 11/8/25

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  • Holly Day Fair

    11 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Crown Complex — Entry Fee Required — Explore the largest holiday gift and craft show in Eastern North Carolina.

    Sun, 11/9/25

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  • Red Apple Run for Diabetes

    8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — Jordan Soccer Complex — Registration required — Participate in a 5K and 10K to support diabetes awareness in a scenic setting.

    Sat, 11/15/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The first rule of any kind of progress: showing up.

~ Ryan Holiday

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