News and Press Releases
City Hosts Ribbon Cutting to Reopen Dorothy Gilmore Therapeutic Recreation Center
The City of Fayetteville invites community members to a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the reopening of Dorothy Gilmore Therapeutic Recreation Center (TRC), 1600 Purdue Drive, Oct. 27 at 10 a.m.
10/23/2023 2:47 PM
Oscar Mayer’s Wienermobile visits the City Oct. 25
Oscar Mayer’s Wienermobile is set to visit multiple Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreation (FCPR) senior facilities and Fire Station 9 on Oct. 25.
10/19/2023 4:19 PM
City Hosts Virtual Pumpkin Carving Contest; Submission Deadline Oct. 22
The City of Fayetteville is hosting a virtual Pumpkin Carving Contest. Residents interested in participating must submit their entry on the City’s website by the upcoming deadline, Sunday, Oct. 22.
10/19/2023 4:12 PM
Murchison Choice Neighborhood Plan Wins “Advancing Equity” Award for City
The City of Fayetteville was awarded the 2023 North Carolina Marvin Collins Award in the “Advancing Equity” category from the North Carolina chapter of the American Planning Association (APA-NC) for the Murchison Choice Neighborhood Plan.
10/18/2023 2:09 PM
City Development Services Sets Open Office Hours for Fayetteville Builders
The City of Fayetteville’s Development Services Department is hosting ‘Wednesday Open Office Hours’ for builders seeking assistance through the project cycle starting Oct. 18 at 8:30 a.m. in City Hall, 433 Hay St.
10/13/2023 11:19 AM
Fayetteville City Council Regular Meeting Recap - Oct. 9, 2023
The Fayetteville City Council met Oct. 9 at 7 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers to discuss matters relevant to America’s “Can Do” city.
10/10/2023 2:30 PM
Fayetteville Beautiful Registration is Now Open
Fayetteville residents and visitors can register for the Fall Fayetteville Beautiful event helping to keep the city clean by picking up litter along public streets and local parks on Nov. 11.
10/10/2023 2:26 PM
Eastern Blvd. Railroad Maintenance to Affect Traffic Routes
A CXS contractor is closing the railroad crossing on Eastern Boulevard near East Russell Street for maintenance beginning Oct. 10 at 6 a.m. The closure is schedule to reopen on Oct. 12 at 6 a.m. The contractor will post Barricades and detours signs.
10/09/2023 9:22 AM
City Accepting Applications for Shared Transportation in Downtown Fayetteville
The City of Fayetteville is accepting applications for Shared Active Transportation Systems (SATS) to bring shared rental devices like scooters and bikes to Downtown Fayetteville. Applications can be submitted until Nov. 1.
10/06/2023 12:12 PM
Fayetteville City Work Session Recap – Oct. 2, 2023
The Fayetteville City Council met Oct. 7 at 5 p.m. in City Hall’s Lafayette Conference Room for the monthly work session to discuss matters relevant to the city with regards to their strategic plan.
10/04/2023 3:13 PM
Deployment of SoundThinking Gunshot Detection Technology Initiated
The City of Fayetteville has initiated the deployment of SoundThinking, a gunshot detection technology formerly known as ShotSpotter, in three areas of the city to help combat gun violence and enhance law enforcements response to gunshots on Sept. 28.
10/03/2023 10:02 AM
FCHR Hosts Quarterly State-Wide Conference for N.C. Human Relations Commission
The Fayetteville-Cumberland Human Relations Department (FCHR) hosted the N.C. Human Relations Commission’s quarterly state-wide conference on Sept. 26 at the Bill Crisp Senior Center.
09/29/2023 10:24 AM
Fayetteville Next Advisory Commission Hosts Cleanup at Rowan Park
09/28/2023 12:56 PM
Fayetteville City Council Recap – Sept. 25, 2023
The Fayetteville City Council met Sept. 25 at 7:00 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers to discuss matters relevant to the city in order to Fayetteville forward.
09/26/2023 4:39 PM
FCPR Opens Next Athletics Registration Period Oct. 1
Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreation’s (FCPR) next registration periods for athletics are Oct. 1 to Dec. 1 and Dec. 1 to Feb. 1.
09/26/2023 4:24 PM
FFD Hosts Women in the Fire Service Day Oct. 7
The Fayetteville Fire Department (FFD) is set to host its 3rd Annual Women in the Fire Service Day for women interested in joining or learning more about being a firefighter on Oct. 7 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.
09/26/2023 4:17 PM
FFD hosts Fall Safety Day Sept. 30
The Fayetteville Fire Department (FFD) is partnering with other local public safety agencies to host Fall Safety Day on Sept. 30, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., at 1912 Skibo Road. Annually, FFD displays equipment, conducts fire safety training and host activities for kids during Fall Safety Day aiming to con
09/25/2023 11:18 AM
Fayetteville City Council Special Meeting Recap - Sept. 18, 2023
The Fayetteville City Council held a special meeting Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers to discuss matters relevant to America’s “Can Do” city.
09/21/2023 3:06 PM
Mayor of French Sister City to Receive Key to the City
The City of Fayetteville and Fayetteville-Saint Avold Friendship Alliance will host the Saint-Avold delegation, including Mayor Rene Steiner, for six days starting with presentation of the ‘Key to the City’ at the City Council Meeting on Sept. 25.
09/18/2023 2:45 PM
City Council to Hold Special Meeting for Youth Protection Ordinance
Fayetteville City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss a Youth Protection Ordinance, today, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. in the City Council Chambers
09/18/2023 1:14 PM