Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of October.
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🎭 Culture
CityView’s 2025 Food, Wine & ART event, presented by Cape Fear Valley Health, was held from 6–9 p.m. on Oct.
9 at Cape Fear Botanical Garden and drew about 325 guests. Attendees enjoyed food, wine, vendor booths and live performances in dance, theater and music—an event that highlighted local art and culture.
🎓 Education
The Fayetteville Observer is accepting nominations for Future Black History Makers of 2026, honoring outstanding elementary, middle and high school students from Cumberland County Schools.
Nomination forms must be submitted online by 11:59 p.m. Nov. 23 + selected honorees will be notified in mid-December and featured online and in print beginning Jan. 30.
🌲 Environment
State inspectors fined D.R.
Allen & Son Inc. $10,398 for repeated dust control violations at its Fay Block plant after neighbors reported worsening respiratory problems—company officials must pay the fine or file for a review within 30 days.
🏈 Sports
UNC will face Virginia on Saturday, Oct.
25 at Kenan Stadium—kickoff is at noon on ACC Network and Virginia is favored with a predicted win of 31-22 in the 130th meeting of their rivalry.
🎉 Fayetteville Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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