Today
in Fayetteville
Tuesday, December 9th, 2025
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of December.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bound & Vine invites locals to view its video tour (located at 134 Person St. downtown) as the venue offers book lovers an elevated, relaxing atmosphere. The Fayetteville Observer
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cape Fear Regional Theatre’s 34th annual production of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever! launched on Saturday at its temporary home on Owen Drive and will run until Dec. 21. The play features four cast ensembles and a fresh take on the classic holiday tale. CityView
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ State Representative Jackson, a teacher at Luther Nick Jeralds Middle School, urged lawmakers to raise educator pay to regional standards + reduce high turnover that hinders student success and community stability. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ Cumberland County Schools has partnered with Participate Learning and Educational Partners International to bring experienced international teachers into classrooms through the J-1 exchange program. The program enables teachers to work (up to five years) before returning home and reinforces the district’s commitment to global education. CityView
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UNC basketball routed Georgetown as Rodd Baxley of The Fayetteville Observer/USA TODAY Network noted the Tar Heels' effective transition play and strong offense and defense during the game. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ Sixteen Fayetteville-area athletes are competing for the 910Preps Athlete of the Week award for Dec. 1-5, with voting open until 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 11. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ UNC basketball moved to No. 15 in the USA TODAY Sports coaches poll and climbed to No. 14 in the AP and NET rankings after wins at Kentucky and against Georgetown. Freshman Caleb Wilson and junior Henri Veesaar led the Tar Heels with strong performances. The Fayetteville Observer
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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.
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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.
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Fayetteville Marksmen vs Knoxville Ice Bears
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Crown Complex — Cost info not specified — Watch an exciting hockey matchup between the Marksmen and Ice Bears on FloHockey.
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Anime Holiday Party
12:30-3 p.m. — Oishi Bubble Tea — Free entry — Celebrate Small Business Saturday with anime fans and bubble tea at this ultimate holiday party.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Adventure may hurt you, but monotony will kill you.
~ Unknown
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