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Missing for over a year: Jasmine Lowery was 16 when she disappeared from Falcon, North Carolina

Jasmine Lowery has been missing from Falcon, North Carolina (Cumberland County), since October 23, 2025, according to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). She would now be 17. She was only 16 when she went missing.

Falcon, NC · 15h
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Stewart Bell's sons vow to carry on Bell's Seed Store legacy

A beloved gardener and local business owner who spent 40 years leading one of Fayetteville's oldest locally owned businesses has died. Stewart Bell, third-generation owner of Bell’s Seed Store at 230 E. Russell St. downtown, died Oct. 20 after suffering a brain aneurysm, his family said. He was 64. His death came as a shock to family, longtime employees and loyal customers. But those closest to him say they won't let his legacy fade. He chose to help others, just because he could Stewart Bell was a man who always went out of his way for other people, said his wife of nearly 40 years, and he would always do so in a way that made it clear he wasn’t after any personal gain. He simply wanted to show that he was thinking about others before himself, Gwen Bell said. “He knows I like sunflowers and roses,” Gwen Bell said, “And he would just show up sometimes with sunflowers or roses or an orchid, just because he could.” Stewart Bell’s only cares in the world were his business, his family and his Lord, she added. In addition to helping others with their own gardens and yards, Gwen Bell said, her

Fayetteville, NC · 2d

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Man charged with murder in connection to Fayetteville death investigation

A man was charged with murder on Saturday in connection with a death investigation in Fayetteville. Fayetteville police responded to a medical call Tuesday morning in the 1600 block of Owen Drive. Officers found Rogers Melvin, 75, unresponsive. He was pronounced dead at the scene, police said. Police arrested and...

Fayetteville, NC · 4h
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Erwin Officer Injured During Motorcycle Pursuit

HARNETT COUNTY – An Erwin police officer suffered injuries requiring hospital treatment early Wednesday after pursuing a motorcyclist who fled a traffic stop and attempted to escape into a Dunn home. Officer Christopher Ryals sustained lacerations to both arms from broken glass while apprehending Bailey Breann Beasley, 21, of...

Erwin, NC · 2d
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Evidence Left Behind At Selma-Area Home Leads To Burglary Arrest

SELMA – A handgun left behind during a residential break-in helped Johnston County sheriff’s investigators identify a suspect, authorities said. Marcus Wayne Hooks, 45, of Princeton-Kenly Road, Kenly, was arrested November 5 and charged with second-degree burglary following an investigation into a September 18 break-in. According to the...

Selma, NC · 2d

The Fayetteville Observer

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Need Thanksgiving dessert? Try these 5 Fayetteville bakeries

If satisfying your sweet tooth this Thanksgiving is a non-negotiable, but you don’t have the baking prowess necessary to whip up a full dessert spread, Fayetteville business owners have you covered. Here are five locally owned bakeries offering Thanksgiving-specific specials or are open for dessert orders the week of Thanksgiving. Superior Bakery A Fayetteville staple since 1956, Superior Bakery offers a variety of Thanksgiving pies and cakes. Classic pie options such as apple, cherry and pumpkin cost $21.99 each, while pecan and lemon meringue pies cost $23.99 each. Eight-inch cakes start at $39.99, and 8-inch layer cakes start at $32.99 each. Call ahead at 910-424-4242 or visit in person to place your order. Where to find them: 2433 Hope Mills Road, Fayetteville Hours: 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday More information: facebook.com/SuperiorBakery or superiorbakerync.com The Sweet Palette In addition to its regular assortment of baked goods, The Sweet Palette owner Patsy Crawford said she will add two new flavors to her menu for Thanksgiving: Pumpkin and apple pie-flavored macarons, cheesecakes and cupcakes will be available. There will also be apple, pumpkin, pecan and sweet potato mini pies, as well as Thanksgiving-themed sugar cookies. All options range from $3 to $4,

Fayetteville, NC · 1d

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Mother charged in son's death, accused of leaving firearms unlocked at Angier home

A local mother is charged with felony child abuse following the death of her teenage son. Jennifer Butler, 49, is charged with felony negligent child abuse in connection with an incident that occurred in August. According to arrest documents, Butler left her 14-year-old son and his 13-year-old brother alone inside...

Angier, NC · 1d

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Cumberland County Sets Public Gray’s Creek Land Use Plan Meeting for Nov. 18

Cumberland County's Planning & Inspections Department will hold a community kickoff meeting for the Gray's Creek Area Land Use Plan on Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 4 to 7 p.m. It takes place at the J.D. Pone Recreation Center, located at 2964 School Road in Hope Mills. County staff want residents...

Cumberland County, NC · 2d

The Fayetteville Observer

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Fayetteville's Project Vermilion shows another path to growth | Opinion

The same night Fayetteville City Council voted to schedule a public hearing on a data center moratorium , which has been debated by the council and members of the public for months — it held a public hearing on a different kind of industrial project. There were no speakers from the public for the hearing, and not a lot of council discussion afterward. Council members Nov. 9 heard a report from the city-county economic development team about the city’s pursuit of a company that makes brushless motors. The effort is code-named Project Vermillion, and the company says it would create 104 jobs, paying an average wage of $65,000. The city and county are competing against Georgia for a project that would also be eligible for North Carolina grant funding. The vote Monday authorized further action to try to land the company. The county is scheduled to hold its public hearing on the project at its Nov. 16 meeting, according to a public notice. Witnessing the City Council’s quick, purposeful action on the motor manufacturer company is a reminder that when it comes to large-scale economic development opportunities, data centers are not the only fish in the sea. Opinion Pitts: Is

Fayetteville, NC · 1d

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Wendell Man Charged After SBI Search on Pontiac Court

A 25-year-old Wendell man has been charged with one count of second-degree sexual exploitation of a minor after State Bureau of Investigation agents searched a home on Pontiac Court. ReTwan Legend Watson was arrested following the investigation, WWAY reported Friday. Homeland Security and the Raleigh Police Department had asked the...

Wendell, NC · 14h

The Fayetteville Observer

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Cumberland County school board election winners outline what's next

Eight of the nine Cumberland County Board of Education members will have professional experience in education when two newly elected members take their seats in December. Tom Hatch and Broxie Pone, both former educators, will join incumbent Jacquelyn Brown, who won reelection Nov. 3 . As Hatch and Pone prepare to join Brown to serve on a board facing decisions about school closures, student achievement and district finances, all three have outlined priorities that include improving school facilities, addressing chronic absenteeism and supporting teachers and staff. During the Nov. 3 election, Hatch received 26,038 votes, incumbent Board Vice Chair Brown received 22,240, and Pone received 20,680, according to unofficial results. The election was for three at-large seats. Brown held one, while the other two became vacant after Board Chair Judy Musgrave died in June and Greg West chose not to seek reelection so he could run for the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners. Hatch and Pone are former educators, while Brown worked for Cumberland County Schools for nearly 30 years as an assistant teacher and administrative assistant. Other board members whose seats were not up for reelection include Dr. Mary Hales, a retired Cumberland County Schools administrator; Delores Bell, who

Cumberland County, NC · 1d

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Thieves Steal $1,000 In Copper, Cause $20,000 In Damage

BENSON – Thieves caused an estimated $20,000 in damage while stealing approximately $1,000 worth of copper belonging to Brightspeed. The theft was discovered November 11 along NC 50 near Tarheel Road, outside the Benson city limits. According to the Johnston County Sheriff’s Office, a Brightspeed representative reported the theft...

Benson, NC · 2d

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Fayetteville woman cited in Highway Patrol accident

GREENVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — The North Carolina State Highway Patrol responded to a three -vehicle collision that involved a marked Highway Patrol car. On Wednesday, Nov. 11, Kaylei Lovell, 20, of Fayetteville, was turning onto Greenville Blvd. when she failed to yield the right of way to oncoming traffic. As a result, her car collided […]

Fayetteville, NC · 2d

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NCDOT Schedules Road Work in Sampson County, Including N.C. 403 Intersection Change

Within two weeks, the North Carolina Department of Transportation will realign the intersection of N.C. 403 and Old Warsaw Road, according to the Sampson Independent. Old Warsaw Road will close for several days while crews finish the job. Highway Maintenance Engineer Lance Eason and District Engineer Daniel Jones gave the Sampson County Board of Commissioners a rundown of current and planned projects at a Monday meeting.

Sampson County, NC · 2d

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Firefighters Battle Late-Night Blaze In Meadow Community

BENSON – Four tobacco barns caught fire late Thursday night in the Meadow community, bringing firefighters from four departments to the scene. Johnston County 911 dispatched the Meadow, Benson, Four Oaks and Blackman’s Crossroads fire departments to the fire on Holly Grove Road at 11:53 p.m. When firefighters...

Johnston County, NC · 1d

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Nonprofit organizer looking for Roseboro building

Roseboro native Dawn Inman wants to help the homeless in her area. Inman returned to the area in 2022, and since then has seen what she believes is an increase in the homeless population around town as she travels her daily mail delivery route. Now she wants to do something about it through her newly formed nonprofit, Sisters in Service, which she is trying to get off the ground. The first step — a location.

Roseboro, NC · 2d

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Self-Guided Tour of 14 Fayetteville Historic Sites, Including Rarely Open Spots, Set for Nov. 14

Preservation North Carolina will host the first Fayetteville Ramble on Saturday, Nov. 14, from noon to 4 p.m. It's a self-guided tour of 14 historic buildings, homes, and landmarks in downtown Fayetteville. Tickets cost $25 per person, The Fayetteville Observer reported. A closing reception follows at MacPherson House Bed &...

Fayetteville, NC · 2d

NC Newsline

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North Carolina vows to hold Chemours accountable for contamination ‘no matter how long it takes’

This article originally appeared on Inside Climate News, a nonprofit, non-partisan news organization that covers climate, energy and the environment. Sign up for their newsletter here. FAYETTEVILLE, N.C.— North Carolina environmental regulators this week sent a scathing critique to Chemours, which is responsible for contaminating at least 10 counties with toxic “forever chemicals,” arguing that […]

North Carolina · 2d

ABC11 Eyewitness News

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Christmas parades and holiday events across central NC: 2026 Holiday Guide

Here are some events across central NC the whole family can enjoy together.

Raleigh, NC · 2d

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Murphy USA listed among incoming businesses at Rockfish Village in Fayetteville

Murphy USA is listed among the incoming businesses at Rockfish Village, a developing commercial center near Rockfish Road and King Road in Fayetteville. The listing was shared by FayToday News’s instagram in an update highlighting businesses expected to join the shopping center alongside the new Publix. The company, which...

Fayetteville, NC · 1d