Good morning, Fayetteville.

CityView’s November magazine, 'The Giving Issue,' will be on newsstands across Cumberland County by early November and explains how Fayetteville residents can give back through programs like the Bradford Pear Bounty and free haircut services—along with plans for a GivingTuesday campaign and local cooking demonstrations. This issue shows multiple ways to help the community while promoting upcoming local events.

CVS is offering exclusive holiday gifts with limited-edition Advent calendars and bonus ExtraBucks on beauty items—promotions run from November 2 to November 15 with online ordering, fast shipping and same-day pickup available.

Local shoppers can take advantage of deals on décor and gift sets to brighten their season.

CityView Magazine's guide lists 25 key November events in Cumberland County, including sports games, concerts, family workshops, and art shows that have set dates and venues—helping Fayetteville residents plan their busy month.

The guide spans events from Oct. 23 to Nov. 29 with details on times and locations for a variety of activities.

Cape Fear football clinched the Tri-County Conference championship with a win at Scotland (the Colts battled the Scots in a close contest).

The NCHSAA boys soccer playoff brackets for Fayetteville-area high schools have been released and will see six teams from the 6A and 7A classes begin play on Nov.

4—teams will compete through several rounds leading to the state championships.

The NCHSAA football playoff brackets have been released using a new seeding formula that does not include league standings, and 48 teams in each classification qualify for state play.

Playoffs begin Friday, Nov. 7 plus teams have until 3:45 p.m. to submit inquiries, with regional finals on Dec. 5 and title games scheduled for Dec. 11 to 13 as the initial brackets remain preliminary.

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.

Petals & Prosecco Gathering

2-6 p.m. — The Sip Room — Ticket purchase required — Sip bubbly while crafting beautiful bouquets and making new friends.

Festival of Lights & Tiny's Winter Wonderland

7 p.m. – 10 p.m. — Sweet Valley Ranch — Ticket required — Experience over 1 million lights and visit Santa at a festive drive-through event with adorable animals.