Good morning, Fayetteville.

Today, The Healthy Child & Adolescent Network will give away 2,000 bikes, tricycles and scooters to underprivileged children ages 1 to 15 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at its 786 Blue St. warehouse, continuing a program that began 35 years ago.

Downtown Fayetteville hosts the 26th Rotary Christmas Parade today at 10 a.m. along Person Street, drawing thousands and boosting local businesses.

The event features over 100 entries and is complemented by the Great Elf Gathering at Segra Stadium (local shops will sell elf hats and ears).

Cumberland County Schools is reviewing a consolidation study that could restructure local schools including Beaver Dam Elementary due to high operating costs and aging facilities—community input will guide the board's decision at its Jan.

13 meeting.

Researchers from N.C.

State and UNC found high levels of TFA in blood and water near the Cape Fear River downstream from Chemours’ Fayetteville Works plant – findings that come as the company plans an expansion and community groups urge stricter discharge limits.

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.

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.

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.