News and Press Releases
Comments welcome ahead of new City Council Member appointment
Public comments are welcome related to the appointment of a new Fayetteville City Council Member for District 3. Residents are requested to share thoughts during the public hearing that will take place at the December 13 Regular City Council Meeting.
12/08/2021 1:23 PM
Fire Academy graduates report to stations today
Today, the most recent Fayetteville Fire Academy graduates report to their newly assigned stations. Fire Academy Class 1-21 includes graduates ranging in age from 20-44.
12/06/2021 1:42 PM
Fire Department maintains accredited status
The Fayetteville Fire Department maintained Accredited Agency status with the Commission on Fire Accreditation International (CFAI). The Fire Department met criteria established through the CFAI’s voluntary self-assessment and accreditation program.
12/03/2021 3:42 PM
Open burn ban implemented due to dry conditions
Due to the increased fire risk, the N.C. Forest Service and City of Fayetteville Fire Department issued a ban on open burning. Also, land clearing burning permits are canceled for the City of Fayetteville in accordance with Fire Prevention Ordinance section 11.11.
11/30/2021 3:11 PM
Phelps tapped to lead City communications
Effective Nov. 29, Jodi Phelps is the City of Fayetteville Corporate Communications Director. In her new role, Phelps will oversee media relations and strategic internal and external communication and marketing plans, ensuring they align with goals and objectives in the City’s Strategic Plan.
11/24/2021 2:49 PM
Jensen now Member of Military Affairs Commission
The City of Fayetteville has a key player at the table to negotiate and advocate for U.S. military service members. Governor Roy Cooper appointed Fayetteville Mayor Pro Tem Kathy Jensen to the North Carolina Military Affairs Commission (NC MAC). Jensen will serve a two-year term on the Commission.
11/24/2021 2:45 PM
Christmas in the Park 2021
Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks & Recreation’s annual holiday event, Christmas in the Park Powered by PWC, begins on Sunday, December 5, 2021 in Arnette Park.
11/19/2021 2:33 PM
Paid parking rates for Holiday events
The City of Fayetteville will charge the $5 special event parking rate during the hours of noon - 6 p.m. on Friday, November 26 during the Dickens Holiday event.
11/18/2021 5:14 PM
Schedules for Thanksgiving Holiday
– City of Fayetteville Government offices will be closed on November 25 and 26 to observe the Thanksgiving holiday. Please see the following holiday schedules for the Police Department, Solid Waste Division, Fayetteville Regional Airport, FAST and FCPR.
11/18/2021 4:20 PM
Applications for vacant Council seat open on November 15
Residents will soon be able to submit an application to serve the remainder of the term for the vacant Fayetteville City Council District 3 position.
11/12/2021 3:44 PM
Veterans Day closures & schedule of operations
City of Fayetteville, NC Government offices will be closed on Thursday, November 11, 2021 in recognition of Veterans Day.
11/08/2021 5:51 PM
Annual E-Waste Drive Held in Honor of America Recycles Day
The City of Fayetteville, Cumberland County, and Sustainable Sandhills will host an Electronic Waste Drive on Saturday, Nov. 20 at the Cumberland County Courthouse. The hours of the event are 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
11/05/2021 3:48 PM
Input needed for FAST Listening Session and Rider Survey
Fayetteville Area System of Transit (FAST) leaders will hear feedback during a Virtual Community Meeting on Tuesday, November 9, 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Comments on the future direction for FAST are welcome. The event is open to the public.
11/02/2021 10:38 PM
Loose Leaf Season Dates Set for Residential Pickup
Loose Leaf Season seasonal pickup service will begin in Fayetteville on Monday, November 22, 2021. Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreations personnel will be utilizing specialized equipment to collect residential loose leaves by zip code.
11/02/2021 10:31 PM
New Airport logo to appear in holiday ads
Look for the new Fayetteville Regional Airport logo! The updated design is mostly red and blue. It will appear in video and print advertisements during the holiday travel season.
10/31/2021 9:54 PM
Packing meals for those in need
Throughout the year, the City of Fayetteville supports the United Way of Cumberland County (UWCC). Nearly 40 City employees registered to participate in the UWCC Annual Campaign Kickoff event on August 26.
10/31/2021 9:48 PM
Champs in the making
A successful first for the Fayetteville Police Department! The Police Department, City of Fayetteville, Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreation and USA Boxing hosted the 1st Annual All American Cup Amateur Boxing Event.
10/31/2021 9:38 PM
Buddy Sports Resume
Athletes, volunteers and coaches we need you! Buddy Sports have resumed. Winter Basketball kicks off in January. Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreation staff members Jessica Legette and Jeremy Mincey are two people spreading the word.
10/31/2021 9:34 PM
A Fall Farewell after 30 years of service
After 30 years and three months of dedicated service to the City of Fayetteville, Larry White retired on October 1, 2021. Larry was hired on July 14, 1991 with Cumberland County. He worked out of Arnette Park his entire career with the City, as a Maintenance Worker.
10/31/2021 9:31 PM
She beat the heat!
Be inspired! Health & Wellness Specialist Kristen Biedermann completed a 13-mile race in August. She finished the Spartan Beast Half Marathon in Glen Jean, West Virginia.
10/31/2021 9:28 PM