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In today's newsletter:

  • Which Fayetteville sandwich just landed on USA TODAY's best list?
  • Miss J. Cole's homecoming? Here's what made Fayetteville's night unforgettable.
  • Fayetteville man accused of posing as officer in early-morning robbery

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Today's riddle: How do you know the moon is going broke? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Monday: Sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 60 degrees.
  • Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 85, low: 62.
  • Wednesday: Warm with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 88 and low of 62 degrees. 🌶 Hot!

📰 News we're reading

• Fayetteville sandwich shop on best sandwich list from USA TODAY (fayobserver.com) — A downtown Fayetteville sandwich shop, Pan, has earned national attention from USA TODAY for one of its signature panini creations, putting the city's food scene in the spotlight. Owner Brian Graybill, who also runs Market Square Pantry and Napkins Restaurant, says the recognition is especially meaningful as independent restaurants face tough times. Two other North Carolina spots also made the list.
   

• 10 of our favorite moments from J. Cole's return to Fayetteville (fayobserver.com) — J. Cole's long-awaited hometown return turned Fayetteville into a daylong celebration, from a sneaker pop-up near the Crown Coliseum to a packed homecoming concert. Fans visited his childhood home, joined special events like Dreamers Ink tattoos, and shared messages collected by the Crown Complex. Local residents and visitors alike said the show helped shine a positive light on the city.
   

• Fayetteville man arrested after home robbery while impersonating police (abc11.com) — Fayetteville police arrested a 27-year-old man early Sunday after he allegedly robbed a home on Osceola Drive while dressed as a police officer. Officers say he used equipment stolen from a Fayetteville officer's home, which has since been recovered, and no injuries were reported. The suspect faces multiple charges, with additional counts possible as the investigation continues.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • MayB has been found!!!
    Thank the Lord! And all who have helped, encouraged, and looked for him. Now, if anyone might know of a good home for him, he would make a great… (Nextdoor General Lee Park)
  • If anyone has seen a little brown terrier mix in the Haymount area, please grab him and notify me at 910-850-7081.
    I had to bring him home from Wilmington because my aging dad cannot care for him anymore. His name is MayB, and he has only been here a couple days… (Nextdoor General Lee Park)
  • Burger King (Carrols) posted a job opening for Team Member in Fayetteville. Apply here.
  • Cumberland County Schools posted a job opening for 26/27 EC Assistant - Job Coach 318042 in Fayetteville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Fayetteville here.

🗞 Nearby News

Hope Mills

  • Column: State Puts Hope Mills on Watchlist Over Its Finances (cityviewnc.com)
  • New Fayetteville Publix with unique feature sets opening date (fayobserver.com)

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