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Sunday, November 16th, 2025

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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of November.

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Regional gas prices in the Lower Atlantic dropped to an average of $2.78 per gallon on Monday from $2.82 last week, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. A year ago, prices averaged $2.93 per gallon and the national average last week was $3.06 per gallon + making Lower Atlantic prices about 9% lower.  The Fayetteville Observer

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Tonight the Leonid meteor shower will peak as debris from comet 55P/Tempel-Tuttle streaks across the eastern sky from the direction of Leo — local observers can expect about 10 to 15 meteors per hour under clear dark skies. A waning crescent moon will not affect visibility and no special equipment is needed to view the display.  The Fayetteville Observer

SPORTS NEWS

  • UNC football lost at Wake Forest with a score of 28—12 after an offense that could not finish its drives. Wide receiver Jordan Shipp said the team must own its mistakes and win its next two games against Duke and N.C. State to become bowl eligible.  The Fayetteville Observer
  • UNC and Wake Forest met on Nov. 15 at 4:30 p.m. at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium — local experts predicted Wake Forest would win by six in a defensive matchup while UNC needed two wins for bowl eligibility — as both teams aimed to change recent trends in their rivalry.  The Fayetteville Observer
  • Duke football lost to No. 19 Virginia as Fayetteville Observer reporter Anna Snyder broke down the game—highlighting key moments and bowl implications—and explained how the loss affected the Blue Devils' season.  The Fayetteville Observer

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Petals & Prosecco Gathering

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

    Sun, 11/23/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 11/28/25

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  • Mercato Europeo

    11 AM – 5 PM — Villa Mirabela — Free entry — Experience the charm of Europe with artisan delights in a winter wonderland setting.

    Sat, 12/6/25

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  • North Carolina Fashion Week

    5-7 p.m. — Arts Council of Fayetteville | Cumberland County — Cost info not provided — Experience a vibrant showcase of local, regional, and out-of-state fashion designers and models.

    Sat, 12/13/25

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  • A Christmas Story Screening

    1:30 – 3:40 PM — Cameo Art House Theatre — Ticketed event — Enjoy a holiday classic with Ralphie Parker's charming adventures.

    Sun, 12/14/25

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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

To stop advertising to save money is to stop a clock to save time.

~ Thomas Jefferson

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