Fort Bragg Area Unemployment Increases: Feds

The unemployment rate in Cumberland County increased recently.

Cumberland County Likely To Miss Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Fort Bragg area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

Drop-In Public Meeting For Bethany Area Land Use Plan

The Cumberland County Planning & Inspections Department will hold a drop-in public meeting regarding the Bethany Area Land Use Draft Plan.

Public Hearing - Amendment To The Community Development's Program Year 2021 Annual Action Plan

It is an amendment to the action plan, the report states, Cumberland County.

County Continues To See Downward Trends

Cumberland County continues to see a downward trend of critical statistics according to data listed this week.

Pet Licenses No Longer Required July 1

Cumberland County residents who own pets will no longer be required to pay a pet privilege license effective July 1.

County Commissioners Approve FY2022 Budget

The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners approved the Fiscal Year 2022 annual budget during a work session this week.

Gray's Creek Fire Department Station 18 Celebrates Grand Opening, Cumberland County

The Gray's Creek Volunteer Fire Department Station #18 celebrated its grand opening Saturday, June 5 at their new station.

Social Services Distributing Free Fans To Eligible Citizens

The Cumberland County Department of Social Services is providing a free box fan for eligible citizens through the Fan Giveaway Program.

Unemployment Improves In Fort Bragg Area: Feds

There are a record number of job openings in the U.S. labor market; Cumberland County's unemployment rate decreased recently.

Countywide Burn Ban Lifted, Cumberland County

With guidance from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture Consumer Services, a burn ban, which was implemented May 24, will be lifted.

Cumberland Improves To Yellow Tier In County Alert System

Cumberland County improved from the Orange to Yellow Tier recently, according to the N.C. Department of Health of Human Services (NCDH).

Manager Presents FY2022 Recommended Budget

County Manager Amy Cannon presented the Fiscal Year 2022 recommended annual budget to the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners.

Commissioners Discuss Federal Agenda

The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners met May 25 to discuss their federal priorities and to receive information.

Burn Ban Implemented, Burning Permits Canceled, Cumberland County

Due to hazardous forest fire conditions, the N.C. Forest Service and Cumberland County Emergency Services are canceling all burning permits.

Visit NC Farms App Features Cumberland County Locations

Cumberland County Cooperative Extension is excited to announce the launch of the Visit NC Farms App for Cumberland County residents.

Cumberland County Approves Economic Development Agreement With SkyREM, LLC

Industrial property to be purchased.

Gray's Creek Fire Department Station #18 Open House

The Gray's Creek Volunteer Fire Department Station #18 will host an open house for their new fire station at 6975 Fire Department Road.

Read Books, Win Prizes With Summer Reading Program

Cumberland County Public Library presents “Tails and Tales” from June 1 to Aug. 15 at the Cumberland County Public Library.

The Digital Divide: How Wide In Fort Bragg Area?

Access to broadband speeds needed for remote work and learning vary greatly across the U.S.

CDC Authorizes Pfizer Vaccine For 12 – 15 Year Olds

The Cumberland County Department of Public Health will offer the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine to individuals ages 12 to 15.

Find Your Next Book With New Book Matching Service

The Cumberland County Public Library announces BookMatch, a new service that will help adult readers find their next great read.

Health Department Encouraging Tobacco-Free Communities

The Cumberland County Department of Public Health is observing No Menthol Sunday, which is on Sunday, May 16.

Registration Open For The Freedmen's Bureau Transcription Project

The Cumberland County Public Library, Fayetteville State University, River Jordan Council on African American Heritage; others.

County Hires New Human Resources Director

County Manager Amy Cannon announced today that she has hired a new Human Resources Director. Anthony W. Wade, PhD, will assume the role.

Health Department COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics Expand To Other Community Locations

As part of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services

Residents Asked To Complete Community Health Survey

The Cumberland County Department of Public Health encourages residents to complete the 2021 Community Health Assessment (CHA) survey.

Second Chance Re-Entry Event At Career Center April 30

The Fayetteville-Cumberland Re-Entry Council is partnering with Cumberland NCWorks Career Center to host “Changing Your Game,” a re-entry.

Input Needed For Fort Bragg Community Survey

The Cumberland County and Fort Bragg health departments are inviting soldiers and military families to complete the survey.

County Reopens Buildings To Public May 3, Libraries Will Phase In Services, Cumberland

County Manager Amy Cannon has announced that all Cumberland County Government Buildings will reopen to the public on May 3.

Deadline To Receive At-Risk Youth Program RFPs Extended

The Cumberland County Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC) has extended until April 30 at 5 p.m. the deadline to receive a request.

Rabid Raccoon Reported In Eastover

The State Public Health Lab in Raleigh confirmed this afternoon a case of rabies in the 1100 block of Jimree Avenue off Dunn Road.

Community Project Funding Request Process For Counties, Cities And Nonprofits

Counties in the Eighth District have been asked, the report states.

Public Encouraged To Take Homelessness Plan Survey

Members of the public are invited to take an online survey to help Cumberland County develop its Three-Year Homelessness Strategic Plan.

All Individuals Ages 16 And Older May Schedule Vaccinations

The Cumberland County Department of Public Health announces all individuals ages 16 and older will be eligible for COVID-19 vaccinations.

Federal Tax Payments And Refunds: How Do Yours Stack Up?

IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your Cumberland County neighbors.

Registration Open For Cumberland Clean Litter Pickup Event

Cumberland County Solid Waste is kicking off a new countywide litter pickup initiative called Cumberland Clean.

County Offices Closed Friday For Easter Holiday, Cumberland

Cumberland County Government offices and the court system will be closed for the Easter holiday on Good Friday, April 2.

County Hires New Public Library Director

County Manager Amy Cannon has hired Faith Phillips as the County's next Public Library Director, following the vacancy created.

Cumberland County To Move Forward With Groups 4 & 5

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has announced that the rest of Group 4 will be eligible for the vaccine.