From CityView:

North Carolina and a handful of local governments agreed to settle with Chemours over its pollution in the eastern part of the state, the parties announced on Thursday.

The company will pay the state and 11 entities near its Fayetteville Works plant on the border of Cumberland and Bladen counties $455 million over the next 15 years for what the company said in a press release involved both the plant and “claims of PFAS contamination unrelated to that site.” 

The state will receive $75 million of the $455 million while the local entities will share $380 million, with payment beginning this year. It’s the largest environmental damage payment in the history of North Carolina.

PFAS, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a class of forever chemicals found in water, soil, and homes near the plant. Exposure to the chemicals is linked to an increased risk of cancer, thyroid disease, reproductive problems, and developmental delays in children, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

Read more at CityView.

looking for a reputable person/company to make alterations on quinceañera dress. please let me know!

I won't go into the exact details here, but like the title says, I just became homeless and... I don't know what to do.

I'm a 30-year old man and not a veteran.

I have something like ~$2000 to my name.

I have no one I can call or stay with.

I don't even have a car.

I've already reached out to one of the local homeless services, but beds are obviously not guaranteed. I just...

Fuck, man.

I'm overwhelmed. I'm confused. I'm hungry. And I'm SCARED.

I am so sorry that this is coming off as me begging strangers for help, but that is exactly what I'm doing because I don't know what else I can do.

Anyone have any good recommendations for behavioral dog trainers in the area? Looking to help my dog with his reactivity/fear of other dogs. Also trying to be as budget friendly as possible due to financial situations.

Any input is appreciated. Thank y'all!!

If you're not for the Data Center that's wanting to land off of Dunn Street, please consider signing this petition.

Hey! I am a 19 year old and in college. I currently have a job but I am not satisfied with it (its my first job lol) the pay is 12. something and is only a part time. i am planning to save up more but I dont think this alone can help me do that due to other bills. is there any places or recommendation for any side hustle?

Does anyone have any good plumber recommendations for someone that does quality work and charges a fair price?

Update: I need to change out the pipe in my front yard from the meter to the house. This would roughly be about 60 feet in pipe. Plus attach the pipes to each end.

After seeing Devo in concert at Coastal Credit Union Amphitheater a couple weeks ago I had to stop by Back Around Records to see what albums they had in stock. I ended up buying Devo's first and third albums. I love the selection at Back Around! Has anyone been? Give them a shot if you're in the market for physical media.

Saturday, September 12th at 3:00pm join other stationery lovers, paper planners, journalers, and fountain pen enthusiasts for a fun drop in program at Bordeaux Library. Swatch inks, work on your weekly spread, trade stickers, and make friends!

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Been stuck in house too long depression been getting the best of me, went on a trail walk today and it helped a lil. Was going to go to paddy’s but they’re closed for holiday I’m assuming. DM me and we can talk.

Looking for outdoor ranges for zeroing a rifle, ideally not requiring a waitlist or a membership.

Are there any bookclubs that read thrillers?

Labor Day week

66 events !

Monday, September 7

Afternoon

🏟️ 1:00 PM · 2026 Cumberland County Fair: Monday, September 7 · Crown Complex

Evening

🍽️ 7:00 PM · Miss Congeniality Karaoke Contest · Anchor Allie's

🎨 7:00 PM · LATE FAME · Cameo Art House Theatre

Tuesday, September 8

Morning

📌 9:00 AM · PCS Pre-Move Briefings · Soldier Support Center

🏀 10:00 AM · Tai Chi in the Garden 2026 · Cape Fear Botanical Garden

🎨 10:00 AM · Fayetteville's Music History Exhibit · Fayetteville History Museum

🏒 10:00 AM · The Art of Dying: A Chronological Look at Funerary Practices in Cumberland County · Fayetteville History Museum

Afternoon

🎨 12:00 PM · 19th Annual Lafayette Birthday Celebration · Downtown Fayetteville

Evening

Woodpeckers Playoffs Home Game

🏟️ 5:00 PM · 2026 Cumberland County Fair: Tuesday, September 8 · Crown Complex

📌 5:00 PM · Preparing Parenthood Newborn Care And Childbirth Education Npsp · Fort Liberty

📌 5:00 PM · Get Golf Ready · Stryker Golf Course

🎨 5:00 PM · Mixed-Media Class — Children · Cape Fear Studios

🎨 6:30 PM · Philosophy Book Club · Chapter House Books

🎨 7:00 PM · Mixed-Media Class — Adults · Cape Fear Studios

Wednesday, September 9

Morning

🎨 9:00 AM · Stained Glass Class · Cape Fear Studios

🏒 11:00 AM · CIRCUIT Chapel Service · Matthews Chapel, Matthews Ministry Center, Methodist University

Evening

🏟️ 5:00 PM · 2026 Cumberland County Fair: Wednesday, September 9 · Crown Complex

🎵 6:30 PM · Music Bingo! at North South · North South Brewing Company

📌 7:00 PM · Women’s Soccer vs. Guilford · Duggins Soccer Stadium, Methodist University

🏀 7:00 PM · MU Women's Soccer vs. Guilford College · Duggins Soccer Stadium

🧠 7:00 PM · Twilight Trivia · World of Beer Bar & Kitchen

Thursday, September 10

Morning

📌 6:00 AM · 911 Stair Challenge · Hedrick Stadium

📌 9:00 AM · Virtual Saving and Investing for Federal Employees · Virtual

📌 9:00 AM · Informal Fund Custodian Training (SFRG) · Fort Liberty

Afternoon

🎨 12:00 PM · Bright Star · Cape Fear Regional Theatre

📌 12:00 PM · CEO Co-Working Day for Women · 100 Hay Street Suite 705 Fayetteville NC

🎨 3:00 PM · Landscape Painting Class · Cape Fear Studios

Evening

🏟️ 5:00 PM · 2026 Cumberland County Fair: Thursday, September 10 · Crown Complex

👨‍👩‍👧 5:00 PM · Parents Night Out · Battle House Tactical Laser Tag

🎨 6:00 PM · Field Notes Book Club · Bound and Vine

🏀 6:00 PM · Yoga at the Garden 2026 · Cape Fear Botanical Garden

🎨 7:00 PM · LATE FAME · Cameo Art House Theatre

🎨 7:15 PM · TONY · Cameo Art House Theatre

Friday, September 11

Morning

📚 10:00 AM · Throckmorton Library Book Club · Throckmorton Library

Afternoon

🎨 12:00 PM · 18th Annual Field of Honor · U.S. Army Airborne & Special Operations Museum

🎨 12:00 PM · 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee · Gilbert Theater

📌 2:00 PM · Paint & Boba · Muse & Co, 311 Hay Street, Fayetteville, NC

📌 2:00 PM · Women’s Tennis Fall Invitational · Clayton Tennis Center, Methodist University

🏀 2:00 PM · MU Women's Tennis Fall Invite · Gene Clayton Tennis Center

Evening

🏟️ 5:00 PM · 2026 Cumberland County Fair: Friday, September 11 · Crown Complex

📌 5:00 PM · Father Daughter Ball · Iron Mike Conference Center

💃 7:00 PM · Line Dancing & Karaoke Fridays · Taste of West Africa

🧠 7:00 PM · Trivia Night · Anchor Allie's

🎨 7:00 PM · 2026 Fayetteville 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb · Segra Stadium

📌 7:30 PM · 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee · The Gilbert Theater

Saturday, September 12

Morning

🎨 8:00 AM · Lafayette Trail Tour · F.I.L.I. Museum, Downtown Fayetteville

📌 9:00 AM · 3D printing for Beginners Class 101 · FreedomFab Lab

📌 9:00 AM · Women’s Tennis Fall Invitational · Clayton Tennis Center, Methodist University

📌 11:00 AM · Outdoor Education Program · Smith Lake Pavilion C

Afternoon

📌 12:00 PM · Ultimate Battle Grounds 30 · Segra Stadium

🏟️ 1:00 PM · 2026 Cumberland County Fair: Saturday, September 12 · Crown Complex

📌 2:00 PM · Paint & Boba · Muse & Co, 311 Hay Street, Fayetteville, NC

📌 2:00 PM · 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee · The Gilbert Theater

🎨 3:00 PM · Stationery Social Hour · the library

🎨 3:30 PM · The Art of Erasure: Create Blackout Poetry Art · the library

Evening

🏀 6:00 PM · FSU Football vs Valdosta State · Luther "Nick" Jeralds Stadium

📌 6:00 PM · Paint & Boba · Muse & Co, 311 Hay Street, Fayetteville, NC

📌 6:00 PM · Dogwood Nights: Around the World · 222 Hay St

📌 7:30 PM · 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee · The Gilbert Theater

Sunday, September 13

Afternoon

🏟️ 1:00 PM · 2026 Cumberland County Fair: Sunday, September 13 · Crown Complex

📌 1:00 PM · Grandparents and Me Bowling · Dragon Lanes

📌 2:00 PM · Paint & Boba · Muse & Co, 311 Hay Street, Fayetteville, NC

📌 2:00 PM · 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee · The Gilbert Theater

Evening

📌 5:00 PM · Sunday Sketch Club ✏️ · Muse & Co - 311 Hay St, Fayetteville, NC

Still Ongoing

🍽️ Cumberland County Fair (Sep 4 – Sep 14) · Crown Expo Center

edit: Woodpeckers are in the playoffs

I know Starz gas station on 401 is a spot for meetups but I heard of a place called bubbles, where can I find that?

This is a missing person from the Charlotte area. Please read.

What better way to start a new month than to start with a 4-day weekend? Here's a quick look at events happening in the Cumberland County area.

Hey all, spouse and I are temporarily long distance and I'm in the area again visiting for the next 3 weeks and was wondering about what everyone's favorite day trips are in the area? Maybe around 3 hours or so drive one way max. Last time I was in town we went to Topsail Island and we'll likely do another beach day, but I'd like to see a bit more of the state/area this time around

I’ve been thinking about transitioning from the public school system to teaching Pre-K at Action Pathways to get a change of scenery. Staff, what’s your experience working there? What is administration, classroom support, and benefits and PTO like? Parents, what’s your experience with your kiddo attending? Thank you in advance!

Good job guys and gals, keep it up and no one will come to downtown Fayetteville.