Alicia Banks
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Fayetteville, NC, United States
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Cumberland County schools expand program to curb tardies
The Cumberland County school system has expanded a program to reduce unexcused tardies among students.The program, called "Every Minute Counts,'' → Read More
Retail Therapy: Shopping updates, and goodbye
Consider this week’s column a list of updates. For stores and businesses coming, information about those that are in their final days and some → Read More
Terry Sanford principal has new position with school system
The principal at Terry Sanford High School has transferred to a new position with Cumberland County Schools.Robert Guzman now works in a transportation → Read More
Vietnam veterans thanked, honored for selfless service
Hudson Witz, 67, wore a hat with the words "Vietnam Veteran." He stood on the parade field at the Airborne & Special Operations Museum Saturday morning. He straightened his camouflaged jacket, adorned with medals. → Read More
Proposed school board budget includes raises for personnel
Cumberland County school board members on Thursday approved a draft of the 2017-18 budget that includes salary increases for personnel and could avoid → Read More
Stores in Freedom Town Center may open as early as late summer
The outer shells of future stores continue to take shape at the future Freedom Town Center, the newest addition to the bustling Skibo Road business → Read More
Fayetteville doctor among first to use new lens replacement technology
On a recent Thursday morning, Dr. Michael Woodcock walked into an operating room inside Highsmith-Rainey Specialty Hospital on Robeson Street and slid off → Read More
Cumberland County school committee OKs agreement with FTCC for dual credit courses
Cumberland County school board members on Thursday discussed courses that high school students can take for dual credit and a new support system to → Read More
Region colleges ready for future graduates
More tassels will be turning this spring, recognizing thousands of college graduates expected to cross the stage of their alma maters across the Cape Fear → Read More
Retail Therapy: Fayetteville Pie Company is moving
A shopping center in Fayetteville will be the new home of the favorite eatery by year's end → Read More
18-year-old on track to graduate from FSU after only one year
Cumberland International Early College High School graduate says planning, dedication and family helped her achieve her goal. → Read More
Retail Therapy: Indian restaurant opens in Marketfair shopping center today
Lovers of Indian cuisine won't have to wait much longer for this new restaurant's opening in Fayetteville.Tandoori Bites opens today in Marketfair shopping center, 1916 Skibo Road Unit 1. It will open next to the Kids in Sports facility.The restaurant's lunch buffet and dinner hours are: 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 5 to 10 p.m., Monday - Thursday, 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 5 to 10:30 p.m. Friday,… → Read More
Economist: College seniors entering improved job market
Hannah Fickle has something in common with thousands of other college students who are graduating in May: She’s hoping to find a job in her career field by the time she finishes school, or soon thereafter.The 22-year-old Seattle native will graduate from Methodist University with a double major in criminal justice and applied forensic science. Fickle wants to work as a crime scene investigator… → Read More
'Our motto is a call to action:' FSU alumna Kimberly Leonard reminds Broncos of their charge during Founders Day address
Res, non verba.The Latin phrase translates to "deeds, not words," the motto of Fayetteville State University. It's a phrase Kimberly Jeffries Leonard repeated frequently Thursday afternoon in front of university officials, faculty, staff, students, alumni and supporters of the institution."We have a great responsibility," the FSU alumna of 1986 said to the crowd inside Seabrook Auditorium. "Our… → Read More
Retail Therapy: 'Southern' clothing coming to downtown Fayetteville
If a shirt with the phrases "If lost, please return to the south" or "Southern as sweet tea" fits your style, then consider adding this apparel and gift shop to your list. Cotton River Outfitters will open Thursday, April 27, at 116 E. Russell St. in downtown Fayetteville. Tyler Hair, a Cape Fear High School graduate, is the founder and CEO of the store. The location also will be home to his… → Read More
Lauryn Hill at the Crown Coliseum a 'bucket list' show for some fans
There's only one Lauryn Hill. And it doesn't matter what angle her fans or music lovers see her from.She could be the shy 13-year-old who endured a string → Read More
Easter events downtown looking to draw in families
Businesses, restaurants and churches are hosting several Easter-related events Friday and Saturday to draw people downtown.The family-oriented events include egg hunts, carriage rides and visits by the Easter Bunny.On Friday, Epicenter Church hosts Hop in the Park from 6 to 10 p.m. at Festival Park. The free event will have food and entertainment, including multiple Easter egg hunts, a skydiving… → Read More
Rapper Lecrae talks music, spirituality and being yourself at FSU forum
The choir room inside the Rosenthal Building on Fayetteville State University's campus began to fill Thursday afternoon. Those seated were children, → Read More
Cumberland County School Board increases lunch prices
Lunch prices are going up for Cumberland County Schools students for the 2017-18 academic school year.The Cumberland County Board of Education voted unanimously at its Tuesday meeting to bump the price by 10 cents. The meal will now cost $2.15 for children in grades K-5 and $2.25 for sixth through 12th graders. The price of reduced lunch, 40 cents, and breakfast, 90 cents, for all students will… → Read More
Easter events downtown looking to draw in families
Businesses, restaurants and churches are hosting several Easter-related events Friday and Saturday to draw people downtown.The family-oriented events → Read More