With more than 35,000 Cumberland County residents set to become eligible for Medicaid tomorrow, the Cumberland County Department of Social Services (DSS) is providing convenient options for …
Fort Bragg became Fort Liberty nearly six months ago, but street and highway signs that direct drivers to America’s largest Army base didn’t get updated until this past month. The …
The Cumberland County Department of Social Services will begin accepting applications for the North Carolina Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) starting Dec. 1 to help qualified families …
SPRING LAKE — The North Carolina license plate agency in Spring Lake is shutting down Thursday, leaving vehicle owners there in a lurch if they need to renew a license plate, get a vehicle …
Cumberland County commissioners unanimously voted on Nov. 20 to move forward with a potential zoning ordinance that would restrict where new tobacco and hemp product shops can be located. …
Members of the Spring Lake Board of Aldermen discussed changing their titles from “alderman” to “commissioner” and extending terms of office from two years to four years at …
The Spring Lake Board of Aldermen at their work session tonight will look at moving the Spring Lake municipal election to even years, extending term limits to four years and appropriating grant funds …
As the holidays near, I'm profoundly thankful for my family's unwavering support, a cornerstone in both my life and role as Spring Lake's mayor. I'm also grateful for leading our vibrant community …
The holiday season is rapidly approaching and for many, that means gatherings with family and big meals. For those who may be alone or unable to afford a holiday meal this Thanksgiving, here’s …
The Cumberland County Board of Education on Tuesday will consider approving the use of an app designed to support student mental health, decide the use of Gov. Roy Cooper’s one-time pre-K funds …
The Cumberland County Department of Social Services (DSS) is preparing for the launch of North Carolina’s Medicaid Expansion on Dec. 1, 2023. An estimated 35,000 citizens in Cumberland …
Cumberland County Schools’ Marvin Connelly has been named as the 2024 A. Craig Phillips North Carolina Superintendent of the Year. The award was presented Monday by the North Carolina …
The Spring Lake Board of Aldermen discussed supporting a program to address recidivism and the possibility of donating land to build two Habitat for Humanity neighborhoods, among other agenda items, …
Last month, North Carolina lawmakers enacted three new maps to revise the state's district maps for both chambers of the General Assembly and Congress.
Over 250 people gathered on the corner of Main Street and Spring Avenue in Spring Lake Friday to honor veterans, past and present, at the Veteran’s Day and Mural Dedication ceremony.
Spring Lake’s Board of Aldermen on Monday will hear a presentation from the Fayetteville Area Habitat for Humanity about how to create more affordable housing in Spring Lake, as well as a …
During Thursday’s agenda session, Cumberland County commissioners approved a number of items to be added to the consent agenda of their next regular meeting — including potential limits …
Mitch Colvin will join Tony Chavonne as the second longest-serving mayor in Fayetteville history while the Fayetteville City Council will have two new faces in Districts 2 and 5 in four weeks. …
Incumbent Fayetteville Mayor Mitch Colvin easily won a fourth term Tuesday, defeating challenger Freddie de la Cruz in the city’s municipal election by getting 65% of the ballots cast.
With almost a complete overhaul during the town board’s last election cycle, Spring Lake voters will see 11 candidates on Tuesday’s general election ballot — with all six incumbents, including the town’s mayor, and five challengers.
For most families in Cumberland County, it isn’t time to start worrying about the 2024-25 school year just yet. But for those interested in enrolling their children in one of Cumberland County …
Mitch Colvin wants a fourth term as city mayor. Efrain “Freddie” de la Cruz wants Colvin’s gavel. Six incumbents want to remain on the Fayetteville City Council. Six …
SPRING LAKE -- The Spring Lake Board of Aldermen earned praise Monday from the North Carolina Local Government Commission for responsible stewardship and efforts to get the town’s financial problems corrected.
Spring Lake’s Board of Aldermen is expected on Monday to pass an ordinance declaring a road closure for the town’s Veterans Day ceremony. The board meets at 6 p.m. in the Grady Howard Conference Room of the Spring Lake municipal complex.
The Spring Lake Board of Aldermen on Monday applauded interim Town Manager Jason Williams — who also serves as the town's fire chief — by celebrating almost a year in the town’s top administrative position.