FOOD & DRINK

Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around Fayetteville.

A Fayetteville woman encountered issues obtaining a $236 refund from Ace Travelers. Ace Travelers acknowledged she was eligible for a refund but failed to return it after six weeks.

Nearly 200 years after Fayetteville’s namesake visited the city in 1825, a liquor inspired by Revolutionary War hero Marquis de Lafayette has made its way to Cumberland County. Launched by French liquor producer H. Mounier in 2014, Marquis de La Fayette cognacs are now sold in 750-milliliter bottles at...

Get ready for a global gastronomic adventure at the Sunday International Folk Festival on Sun, Sep 24 · 1pm - 7pm at the Festival Park, 335 Ray Avenue, Fayetteville, United States. It's a day to tantalize your taste buds with authentic international cuisine at The International Cafe. Purchase the Taste Around the World tasting vouchers for $20 and savor 4 small plates from a variety of global food vendors.

An Asian and Latin fusion restaurant in Fayetteville announced that it will permanently close this weekend. Oh Snap Hibachi, located at the former Rookies restaurant at 6920 Yadkin Road, announced the closure in a Thursday post to the restaurant’s Facebook page. Saturday will be its last day in operation,...

Get ready to experience an unforgettable night at the much-anticipated HME After Hours, happening on Sat, Sep 23 from 8pm to 11pm. This event will take place at the iconic The Palace, located at 1418 Clinton Rd, Fayetteville, United States.

The Cumberland County Animal Shelter is facing severe overcrowding, leading to the possible need for animal euthanization. This increase is tied to an upswing in new animals, which is primarily due to over-breeding, strict landlord policies, and high staff turnover among military personnel.

RALEIGH, N.C. — Stevie Sumpter of Fayetteville took a chance on a $30 scratch-off and won a $100,000 prize. Sumpter bought his lucky $5,000,000 Ultimate ticket from RJ Tobacco Mart on Hope Mills Road in Fayetteville. He arrived at lottery headquarters on September 15 to collect his prize and, after required state and federal tax […]

The Cumberland County Animal Shelter is at capacity, and some animals are at risk of euthanasia.

Did a friend forward this to you? Sign up here. Hi foodies, A new food truck has taken the Fayetteville-area food scene by storm.  Boba & Bites Co, owned and operated by...

Editor's note: This story has been update to reflect that the Parade of Nations and the Fiesta Latina 4th Friday events were canceled. This weekend, the International Folk Festival, a celebration of the area’s cultures and diversity, returns to Fayetteville.  In its 45th year, the free three-day event is expected to draw more than...

Fort Liberty's 82nd Airborne Division All-American Chorus shined on the world stage on America's Got Talent. The chorus performed "I am Here" by Pink. We'll find out tonight at 8 on WRAL News if these American heroes advance to the AGT Finals.

# Discover the Top 3 Noodle Restaurants in Fayetteville Are you a fan of noodles? If yes, then this article is a must-read for you! We're about to explore three of the best noodle restaurants in Fayetteville. Have you had the chance to visit any of them? We'd love to hear your thoughts and experiences. Please feel free to share your comments below!

The comics are perhaps the most beloved content found in newspaper pages — readers know they can head there each day for a smile or even a chuckle.  Our offerings in The Fayetteville Observer have evolved over the years to reflect the culture and tastes of the times. To that end, starting Monday, Oct. 2, we’re refreshing our comics pages.  ...

When newlywed April Royal embarked on her Labor Day beach vacation, she didn’t think she’d return with seven figures in her bank account. But that’s exactly what happened when she came home the following Monday with her winning North Carolina Education Lottery Powerball ticket worth $1 million.

A Yemeni and Lebanese restaurant in Hope Mills appears to have closed for good. Shish House at 3041 N. Main St. was locked and empty during its usual business hours earlier this month. It wasn’t immediately known what day was its last in business. Dishes from across the Middle...

Imagine a dozen locally owned eateries, offering flavors from around the world, converging in a food hall where family and friends gather to dine, sip craft beer and enjoy live entertainment.  This is the vision that John Kistler has for Railyard FVL, a proposed open-air, two-story dining destination in downtown Fayetteville. Kistler, 42,...

On any given night lately, Cape Fear Regional Theatre can be found with a packed audience roaring with laughter. On stage, everything is going wrong. While in any normal play circumstance, this would be a disaster, here its a beautifully crafted, well-acted body of art. This time, everything that goes wrong feels oh so right.

Get ready for an unforgettable experience as the Cameo Art House Theatre is set to host the global premiere of CARLOS: THE SANTANA JOURNEY - 3 NIGHTS ONLY SEPT 23, 24 & 27. This special event promises to take you on a mesmerizing journey through the life of one of music's greatest icons.

New York Fashion Week happened earlier this month, and models from all over the world came to the event. One of the biggest stars was from Fayetteville. Aubree Hill is a 4-year-old preschooler from Lake Rim Elementary School in Fayetteville. She strutted the runway at New York Fashion Week with class, style, and a little bit of attitude.