Sunday, December 8th, 2024

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Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Five towns within 100 miles of Fayetteville, North Carolina, offer a festive array of holiday events including Christmas trains, ice skating, and visits from Santa. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ The 'Snowball Express' provides over 100 Gold Star families a 5-day trip to Disney World for bonding and sharing experiences. ABC 11
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fatal crash in Fayetteville caused by speeding left one dead and four homes without electricity after a car hit a power pole. ABC 11
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Regional gas prices in the Lower Atlantic region decreased to $2.90 per gallon, reflecting a 4.4% lower rate than the national average of $3.03. The Fayetteville Observer
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The annual Grinding of the Greens Christmas tree recycling event in Fayetteville has been canceled after 30 years, with plans for a new sustainability-themed project underway. The Fayetteville Observer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UNC basketball's Ty Claude will miss the ACC opener against Georgia Tech due to a corneal abrasion. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ UNC basketball ends its three-game losing streak with a narrow 68-65 victory over Georgia Tech, thanks to key performances from Seth Trimble and RJ Davis. The Fayetteville Observer
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Huntsville Havoc vs Fayetteville Marksmen - Wizardry Night
The Fayetteville Marksmen host the Huntsville Havoc for a special Wizardry Night hockey game featuring themed activities and a jersey auction.
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Scholarship Season Begins at Cumberland Community Foundation
The Robert H. Short Scholars Program of Cumberland Community Foundation is accepting applications for the Class of 2025. Visit the website for instructions on how to apply and the timeline. Over $1.2 million in scholarships will be awarded for Cumberland County high school seniors in the Class of 2025.
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