News and Press Releases
UPDATE: City winter weather
Updates to the City of Fayetteville winter weather preparations.
01/20/2022 4:31 PM
City crews prepare for second round of winter weather
City of Fayetteville leaders say prepare for frigid conditions now. Emergency Management Coordinator Scott Bullard warns of possible road dangers Friday and Saturday due to wintry precipitation.
01/19/2022 5:27 PM
Update on release of body camera footage
In the interest of transparency, the City of Fayetteville sought and received approval from the Superior Court for the release of body camera footage related to the death of Mr. Jason Walker and we are now in receipt of the order to do so.
01/14/2022 5:04 PM
Winter storm preparations & Sunday Transit service suspension
City of Fayetteville leaders and staff want you to be ready for a potential weekend winter storm. According to the National Weather Service, there's a chance for ice west of I-95.
01/14/2022 8:06 AM
Comments welcome for implementation of Downtown Urban Design Plan
Fayetteville residents, business owners, visitors and downtown stakeholders are encouraged to share their visions for a new downtown footprint.
01/12/2022 4:14 PM
MLK Holiday Schedules
City of Fayetteville Government offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 17 to observe the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. Please see the following schedule for City services.
01/11/2022 1:18 PM
City of Fayetteville Boards and Commissions vacancies
Fayetteville residents can apply for upcoming Boards and Commissions vacancies.
01/07/2022 4:39 PM
Applications open for Firefighter positions
Applications are open for Firefighter positions with the Fayetteville Fire Department. Candidates can apply online. The application deadline is 11:59 p.m. EST, Jan. 14. Open recruitment happens annually during the month of January.
01/06/2022 4:27 PM
FAY reports 2021 success; grants will help with 2022 improvements
Fayetteville Regional Airport leaders applaud 2021 success as a preview for what is to come in 2022. From $35 million in extensive renovation improvements augmented by a $3 million investment, the future is bright for air travel through FAY, despite the ongoing pandemic’s challenges.
01/04/2022 12:08 PM
City appoints new director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Yamile Nazar has been appointed as the new director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion for the Fayetteville-Cumberland Human Relations Department. Nazar has served as the interim director of the Fayetteville-Cumberland Human Relations Commission and assumes her new role today, Monday, January 3.
01/03/2022 2:00 PM
New City flag and seal designs adopted
The Fayetteville City Council adopted new designs for the City flag and seal during the final Regular Meeting of 2021. The new designs align with the Can Do Carolina regional brand, launched in December 2020.
12/22/2021 3:25 PM
McGill certified & ready to help City employees
We congratulate Safety Specialist Samantha McGill. She earned the Associate Safety Professional Certification after passing a rigorous test. The Board of Certified Safety Professionals awards the credential.
12/17/2021 10:42 AM
Double Duty: Mayner Accepted to UF Graduate School
Chief Branding Officer Kenneth Mayner has been accepted to graduate school at the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications. He will begin in January. Mayner will pursue a Master of Arts in Mass Communications - Public Relations.
12/17/2021 10:39 AM
Police Department ends 2021 on high note; 2022 begins with new incentives
12/17/2021 10:36 AM
More than sports: Parks and Rec team makes it happen!
Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreation includes athletics but there’s so much more. Here’s a look at projects the Department managed within the last few months!
12/17/2021 10:32 AM
Busy 2021 for Fayetteville Communications
A lot happened this year so we’d figure we’d share a photo essay from a different angle. The City’s Corporate Communication team aims to document wins throughout Fayetteville. They work behind the scenes to produce and broadcast the City’s special events.
12/17/2021 10:29 AM
HRD staff connect with the community
Look for members of the Human Resource Development team outside City Hall! After 5, they serve the community in different ways.
12/17/2021 10:27 AM
Fire Department debuts Women in the Fire Service Day
A first for the Fayetteville Fire Department! 13 women attended the Department’s inaugural Women in the Fire Service Day on October 23. The recruitment event was held at Fayetteville Regional Fire Training Facility on Radar Road.
12/17/2021 10:25 AM
Road closures and detours affect Downtown for NYE
The City of Fayetteville announces road closures that will affect the downtown area near Festival Park on New Year’s Eve. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes and follow any suggested detours.
12/17/2021 9:20 AM
Holiday closures & schedules for City services
City of Fayetteville Government offices will be closed Thursday, Dec. 23, Friday, Dec. 24 and Friday, Dec. 31 to observe the Christmas and New Year Holidays. City offices will remain closed both of those weekends. Please see the following holiday schedules for other city services.
12/15/2021 12:35 PM