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in Fayetteville
Monday, December 16th, 2024
Good morning, Fayetteville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fort Liberty units, each with unique nicknames from 'Sky Dragons' to 'Dental Dragons', are part of a poll for the best nickname, with voting concluding midnight Sunday. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ Fayetteville Police Chief Kemberle Braden announces retirement after nearly three decades of service, with a track record of crime-fighting and involvement in significant case investigations. CityView
- ➤ Over 3600 paratroopers participated in the annual Randy Oler Memorial Operation Toy Drop at Fort Liberty, conducted by the U.S. Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command (Airborne) on Dec. 13, 2024. The Fayetteville Observer
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two individuals were charged with the murder of a 7-year-old in Fayetteville after a tipster informed police, revealing a detailed investigation supported by surveillance and traffic stop evidence. The Fayetteville Observer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ UNC basketball faces a challenging matchup against undefeated Florida in the Jumpman Invitational, with a strong focus on guard play and a score prediction favoring Florida 81, UNC 80. The Fayetteville Observer
- ➤ UNC football's Omarion Hampton, one of the program's top running backs, announced he will enter the 2025 NFL Draft and skip the Tar Heels’ bowl game. The Fayetteville Observer
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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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Plyard for a Cause: Community Craft Event
This kid-friendly event showcases creative uses for reuse grocery bags, including jump rope making, by local artists April L and Alice B.
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