County Issues Request for Qualifications for Crown Project Construction Manager at Risk
Cumberland County has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ), seeking qualified firms to provide Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR) services for the modernization and renovation of the Crown Theatre and Arena, collectively known as the Crown Complex. This key step marks continued progress in the County’s plan to transform the existing Crown facilities into a modern, accessible, and first-class event venue that supports the region’s cultural and economic vitality. The selected firm will serve as the
PWC Preparing for Weekend Winter Weather; Customers Encouraged to Prepare Early
Media Contact:Gavin MacRobertsCommunications SpecialistDesk- 910.223.4535 | Cell- 910.973.0625Gavin.MacRoberts@FayPWC.com FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:Wednesday, January 21, 2026 PWC Preparing for Weekend Winter Weather; Customers Encouraged to Prepare Early Fayetteville, N.C.- With forecasts calling for a wintery mix this weekend, the Fayetteville Public Works Commission (PWC) is taking proactive steps to ensure our community is prepared for potential weather-related service impacts. PWC prepares year-round
Tier II Reporting Season, Jan 1 - March 1, 2026
Tier II Reporting Season Is Around the Corner, Start Preparing Now Does your business or facility store, use, or manufacture hazardous chemicals on site? If so, you may be required to submit a Tier II report under the Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act (EPCRA).Each year, thousands of facilities submit Tier II reports to ensure first responders have accurate, up-to-date information in the event of a chemical emergency. This information supports safer planning, training, and response across
Juvenile Crime Prevention Council Issues Request for Proposals for At-Risk Youth Programs
The Cumberland County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFPs) for prevention and early intervention programs targeting delinquent and at-risk youth. These programs are funded for fiscal year 2026-2027 and begin July 1, 2026. Organizations and service providers interested in addressing juvenile delinquency and promoting positive youth development are encouraged to submit their proposals. This initiative aims to reduce youth involvement in the juvenile justice
Building Customer Loyalty in the Subscription Era: The Art of Continuous Value
Why This Matters Now Subscription-based business models have redefined how companies in North Carolina and beyond create, deliver, and sustain customer value. In a world where cancellations are one click away, loyalty isn’t about points — it’s about purpose, personalization, and predictability.TL;DR To build enduring customer loyalty in the subscription economy, businesses must: Deliver consistent value — every billing cycle must reinforce why the customer stays. Create personalized experiences —
Keep the Cash Moving: A Small Business Guide to Financial Control and Confidence
Running a small business often feels like balancing art and arithmetic. While growth depends on vision, financial stability depends on one core truth — cash flow is your oxygen. Managing it well keeps operations smooth, builds resilience, and ensures you have the capital to invest when opportunities appear. ?? TL;DR Healthy cash flow means more control, less stress, and stronger long-term growth.To achieve it: Track inflows and outflows weekly. Automate invoicing and payments. Forecast
Seen and Trusted: A Visual Guide for Small Business Owners
When someone lands on your homepage or picks up your product for the first time, they’ve already started deciding whether or not to trust you. That choice isn’t analytical—it’s emotional. And for small business owners, visual branding is the first handshake. Without the clout or scale of a national chain, trust needs to come from how a business shows up. Every font, color, and image either builds credibility or chips away at it. So the question becomes: are your visuals doing the talking you think they
Confetti Time: Turning Small Business Wins into Magnetic Marketing
Every small business, whether tucked into a neighborhood block or scaling online, hits milestones that matter more than the bottom line. These moments—anniversaries, product launches, first hires, new spaces—carry emotional weight for the people who made them happen. Instead of confining it to an internal memo or champagne toast, businesses can reframe their milestones as stories worth telling. But not with empty boasts or corporate jargon. To land, the message has to resonate on a human level, drawing
