News and Press Releases
City receives top honor at annual awards ceremony
The City of Fayetteville received a top honor at the North Carolina Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (NCPRSA)’s Annual Inspire Awards. The annual awards ceremony was held at the Raleigh City Club on August 18.
08/23/2022 9:01 AM
City of Fayetteville State of Emergency ends
Today, Mayor Mitch Colvin terminated the City of Fayetteville State of Emergency that was issued on March 16, 2020.
08/22/2022 6:07 PM
FAST moving forward with new grant and plan approval
August is a month of progress for the Fayetteville Area System of Transit (FAST). Fayetteville is one of 150 recipients selected for a Federal Transportation Administration (FTA) grant announced this week. The $280,500 award will help FAST replace gasoline light-transit vehicles.
08/18/2022 9:01 AM
Fayetteville Features week of August 17
The City of Fayetteville’s Marketing and Communications team is providing an online resource for stories and upcoming events on City services and operations. Fayetteville Features is a new, easy way to access what’s happening in City government that may make great stories.
08/16/2022 4:59 PM
PD employees enjoy a night out to promote partnerships
It’s not the holiday season yet but Fayetteville Police officers are always challenged to give something back to the community. National Night Out is like a family gathering in August.
08/16/2022 1:50 PM
Track your steps to success
The FayFit monthly Wellness Challenge for City employees begins in September. It’s a new effort to recognize and reward healthy habits. Each month will highlight a wellness topic including all aspects of healthy lifestyles.
08/16/2022 1:44 PM
A special connection helps build a boy’s collection
When your job is to drive through the City for ten hours each day, you’re bound to see something, or someone, interesting. And develop relationships that can transform your workday.
08/16/2022 1:42 PM
Education at a high elevation
Fayetteville firefighters practiced a scenario of a worker who experienced a medical emergency at the top of a Motiva fuel storage tank at Shaw Mill Road. Motiva works with municipalities to prepare for emergencies.
08/16/2022 1:37 PM
FCPR staff amazed by Fayetteville’s active seniors
You are never too old (or too young) to learn! Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreation (FCPR) senior programs staff constantly learn from senior citizens and their life experiences.
08/16/2022 1:35 PM
Performing under pressure: planning an inauguration
Some people plan weddings and if you’re in the Clerk’s Office, you plan the City Council inauguration! There’s pressure to find the right venue, schedule participants and to quickly pull it off so Council members can begin new terms.
08/16/2022 1:32 PM
Leaders promoted to City Manager’s Office
A new era begins today for the City of Fayetteville. The City Manager promoted Kelly Olivera to the role of Interim Assistant City Manager, effective today. Also, effective today, Jodi Phelps, the City’s Marketing and Communications Director, will assume the role of Chief of Staff.
08/15/2022 1:43 PM
Fayetteville City Council Recap – August 8, 2022
The City issues a Council Recap following each work session and regular meetings. Council Recaps are available at fayettevillenc.gov/councilrecap.
08/10/2022 2:51 PM
Fayetteville Features week of August 9
The City of Fayetteville’s Marketing and Communications team is providing an online resource for stories and upcoming events on City services and operations.
08/09/2022 4:57 PM
Construction begins Monday for splash pad upgrades
Construction begins Monday, August 8 at the splash pad outside J.S. Spivey Recreation Center. The splash pad will close Monday and not reopen until further notice. Signs indicating the closure will be posted at the site.
08/05/2022 3:49 PM
Public inauguration for City Council August 11
Fayetteville City Council members who won their seat in the recent election will participate in an inauguration ceremony on Thursday, August 11 at 6 p.m. The ceremony will take place inside Seabrook Auditorium at Fayetteville State University.
08/05/2022 9:47 AM
First responders offer school safety advice
Fayetteville firefighters and police officers hope for a safe, successful school year. A safe and secure community is a goal in the City’s Strategic Plan. Residents, students, faculty and staff can meet first responders face-to-face at community events throughout the month of August.
08/05/2022 9:44 AM
Fayetteville Features for the week of Aug. 2
The City of Fayetteville’s Marketing and Communications team is providing an online resource for stories and upcoming events on City services and operations. Fayetteville Features is a new, easy way to access what’s happening in City government that may make great stories.
08/02/2022 3:59 PM
Fayetteville City Council Work Session Recap – August 1, 2022
08/02/2022 10:07 AM
Rasmussen to lead Internal Audit Office
City leaders are pleased to announce the appointment of Rose Rasmussen to the Internal Audit Director role effective August 1.
07/28/2022 3:36 PM
City infrastructure projects to address safety during storms
City leaders believe now is a prime time to highlight stormwater management projects in progress throughout Fayetteville as we approach the peak of the Atlantic Hurricane Season in September.
07/28/2022 11:09 AM