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Thursday, November 21st, 2024

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

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Salvation Army will no longer serve as an emergency shelter during freezing conditions in Cumberland County, leaving only one alternative shelter with 50 beds available.  CityView

CRIME NEWS

  • A 24-year-old soldier stationed at Fort Liberty was arrested and charged with the 2022 murder of a man in Indiana before he enlisted in the Army.  ABC 11
  • A Fayetteville couple was arrested for allegedly setting fire to the Cloverleaf Motel, where they lived, facing charges including arson and conspiracy.  The Fayetteville Observer

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Amazon's Fayetteville warehouse is preparing for its first holiday season, having increased its business by 50% and aiming to support over 60% of Amazon sales made by independent sellers.  The Fayetteville Observer
  • Amazon's newest facility in Fayetteville streamlines the process of receiving packages from vendors and shipping them to various fulfillment centers.  The Fayetteville Observer

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Fayetteville City Councilwoman Courtney Banks-McLaughlin, motivated by personal loss, urges state and federal regulation of untraceable 'ghost guns' after a significant increase in local recoveries.  The Fayetteville Observer

HEALTH NEWS

  • Cape Fear Valley Medical Center received a 'C' grade in patient safety for the third consecutive year, citing pandemic challenges as a factor, despite improvements in several care metrics.  CityView

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • A poll invites the Fayetteville area to vote on their favorite Thanksgiving side dish, with results to be announced Thanksgiving week.  The Fayetteville Observer

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 4th Annual Sampson Shuffle 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run

    Experience a family-friendly 5K race winding through scenic parks and the community college campus, followed by a fun 1-mile run.

    Sat, 11/23/24

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  • Operation Turkey Fayetteville: Community Meal Delivery

    Experience the joy of giving by volunteering to prepare and deliver 10,000 hot meals to those in need during Thanksgiving.

    Mon, 11/25/24

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  • 5th Annual Festival of Lights at Sweet Valley Ranch

    Experience a magical Christmas Wonderland drive-through light show featuring over 1 million lights and 350 animals alongside festive attractions and activities.

    Fri, 11/29/24

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  • Kansas Live at Crown Theater

    Experience a live performance by the iconic rock band Kansas at the Crown Theater in Fayetteville.

    Thu, 12/5/24

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  • Natalie Grant Celebrate Christmas Tour

    Natalie Grant and Danny Gokey will perform during the Celebrate Christmas tour at Crown Theater for an evening of holiday music.

    Sun, 12/8/24

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  • Festive Holiday Craft Cocktail Class

    Participants will learn to mix holiday-inspired cocktails in a fun, educational environment at The Sip Room in Fayetteville.

    Fri, 12/13/24

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  • Santa Shuffle Fun Run

    The Santa Shuffle is a community-oriented fun run taking place at Miller's Brew Coffee Shop, encouraging local participation and holiday spirit.

    Sat, 12/14/24

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  • Blume School of Dance Presents The Nutcracker

    The Blume School of Dance will perform 'The Nutcracker' at the Crown Theater in Fayetteville, North Carolina.

    Sun, 12/15/24

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  • The Fayetteville Art Attack: A Night of Creativity

    The Fayetteville Art Attack features a variety of artistic performances and displays including music, visual arts, crafts, poetry, dance, and more, while also supporting a toy drive for hurricane relief.

    Wed, 12/18/24

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