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lack Ops Paintball and Airsoft in Fayetteville, N.C., has experienced national growth since Nathaniel Gienger opened its shop and fields in 2012. “(Geinger) originally had the property as a car shop with a friend and also had some plans to do some real estate development,” said Eric Harris, marketing director of Black Ops. “The real estate was opposed by the county and he had to figure out a second plan.” While brainstorming ideas of what to do with the premises, Gienger’s friend’s son brought up playing paintball in a conversation – a concept that brought back childhood memories of playing in the woods of Gienger’s

family farm in Oregon. He then set up a small netted field in his Fayetteville property and transformed the car shop portion of the property into a staging room, which doubles as a party room. Ten years ago, the field was only a 10-acre park with a speedball field and a small woods-ball field. Today, just the local outdoor vicinity alone has expanded to 300 acres. Additionally, they have since also opened a pro-shop and 13.5-acre park in Myrtle Beach, S.C. and a pro-shop in Lacey, Wash. The manpower behind Black Ops is staffed by mostly combat veterans, according to John Maninga, general manager. Apart from enjoying seeing See PAINTBALL, page 11

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Dorothea Dix Adolescent Care unit NEW FACILITY OPENS

n Friday, March 25, Cape Fear Valley Health hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony and self-guided tours for the new Dorothea Dix Adolescent Care Unit. The facility is located at 3425-B Melrose Road in Fayetteville. At the event, several city and state officials were in attendance including Senator Kirk deViere, Board of Directors Larry Lancaster, County Commissioner Tony Stewart, Board member Tammy Thurman, and many more. The facility is almost 11,000 square feet and will house 16 inpatient beds for adolescents ages 12-17 and provide acute inpatient behavioral health care with around-theclock staff with at least one psychiatrist and four psychiatry residents present. Currently, the closest inpatient facility for adolescent behavioral health is 60 miles away. "In North Carolina, 84 of our 100 counties are considered mental health professional shortage areas," said Cape Fear Valley Health CEO Michael Nagowski. "In 64 out of 100 counties, there isn't even a practicing child psychiatrist. While we know this building and these services will be a welcome resource in our community, we also believe the programs made possible by this facility will help ease the psychiatrist shortage in the state through our psychiatry residency and fellowship programs, which will train new behavioral health doctors right here in Cumberland County." Psychiatrist Sree Jadapalle, M.D. will serve as the service director at the new facility and the fellowship program director for a new Child Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship that begins in the summer. Cape Fear Valley Health received accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education for a new Child Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship Program. The two-year CAP fellowship has six positions available with three fellows added each year. This program is highly competitive for doctors who are looking for experience in this speciality. Jadapalle said the fellowship

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The new facility offers 16 inpatient beds for adolescents for psychiatric care.

program helps provide psychiatric services to many community centers beyond Dorothea Dix Adolescent Care. “With each graduating class, we will be sending more child and adolescent psychiatrists into the world, and many will likely stay and help the communities they’ve come to know as residents or fellows,” said Jadapalle. "This is now the only adolescent inpatient psychiatry unit, not only for Cumberland County, but also for surrounding communities like Bladen County, Hoke County, and Fort Bragg," Jadapalle added. “We have pediatric patients waiting in our emergency room right now who have been waiting for a week or more for a bed to open up at such a facility. When this unit opens, it will alleviate these frustrating wait times for adolescents and their families and offer them the mental health help they need on time. After patients are discharged from the Dorothea

Dix Adolescent Care unit, we will be able to provide continuity of care services through our Child and Adolescents Psychiatry Fellowship Clinic.” Construction on the new unit began in November 2020 and was possible through $4M in funding from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services and contributions from the community. "Over $71,000 has been contributed by individuals and corporations, which will amplify state funding and provide necessary program support, appropriate furnishings, clinical equipment, and recreational services for adolescents in our community needing inpatient behavioral health services," said Cape Fear Valley Health Foundation Vice President Sabrina Brooks. "We are grateful to these community donors for their generosity and support. Giving opportunities to support the unit are still available through Cape Fear Valley Health Foundation."

In attendance at the ribbon-cutting ceremony was Deepa Avula, the director of the NC DHHS Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse Services. “One of the things we have done at our department, is we have named behavioral health a top priority,” Avula said. “It’s important to recognize the value of mental health and resilience in investing in that in our young people. With unprecedented stressors that have been put on them and an investment like this is really an investment in their future and investment in the county's future and an investment in the state's future.” Some unprecedented stressors placed on young adults in the past two years include grief, trauma, isolation, loneliness, unemployment, financial instability, and more that contribute to negative mental health outcomes, Avula explained at the ceremony. Many children with mental health issues seek help within emergency departments at hospitals. Avula stated that 31 percent of visits in the emergency department are for children with mental health needs. “Now more than ever, we need greater access to treatment for children and adolescents. The past two years of the pandemic have been difficult causing an increase of at least 30% in children, adolescents needing psychiatric or other mental health,” said Dr. Kenneth Fleishman, chief of psychiatry and the medical director for the department of psychiatry and behavioral health care and an assistant psychiatry professor at Campbell University. “This type of project is what makes the Cape Fear Valley Hospital special. I want to thank all of you who made it possible for coming here and celebrating the opening of this unit because we couldn't have done it without you.” The facility represents what matters to the community, the families, and the children. The future for the youth of Cumberland and surrounding Counties with mental health needs is promising, as this new addition to the area looks to help those in need.

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While many people have heard of studies citing classical music as a genre that spurs on relaxation and focus, different sounds and genres can be useful resources when working depending on the tasks.

verybody works differently, and what’s a distraction to someone might be a motivator for another. But I’m a sucker for noise in the workplace. Certain kinds of noise, that is. If I can sing along and know the words, I’m not getting any work done. Writing while listening to Taylor Swift? Not a good move. “All Too Well (Ten Minute Version) (Taylor’s Version)” recently won the 2022 iHeartRadio Music Award for Best Lyrics, but while the words sound poetic with a melody, a Freudian slip of the fingers while typing won’t make the song fit neatly into an article about banking and finance. That being said, background noise can be beneficial when trying to knock out some tasks. Inc. had an interesting article on this in 2018 titled “3 Ways Listening to Music Actually Makes You More Productive.” Research shows, the author explained, that music can help writers get “in the zone,” can promote focus and positive behavior, and inspire problem-solving. The caveats to these benefits, the author listed, are that the volume, music choice, and other factors like the quality of the recording, the

tasks you’re doing, etc. can affect the tasks at hand. There’s not one magical productivity song that works for everyone, no matter the task. I’ve got quite a lot of go-tos, as evidenced by the 11,927 minutes I spent in 2021 listening to Spotify last year, according to my Spotify Wrapped. I’ve pared down the list to share a few I enjoy. Give them a listen, if you’d like, or consider how different sounds and noises may boost your workflow.

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If I know one line, even just that one, I’ll listen until I know them all. I listen to a hodgepodge of artists and genres in my spare time, but while I’m working, I try to keep the list of music to songs that I don’t know the lyrics to and can’t or won’t easily learn them, or to songs that have very few lyrics. SOME RECENT FAVORITES: » “Meridian” by August Burns Red » “Si jamais j'oublie” by Zaz

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accounts, so I normally listen to these if I’m doing tasks that are repetitive or don’t require deep concentration, like making graphics on canva, resizing images, or cleaning up Google Drive folders. SOME RECENT FAVORITES: » “The Guilty” by James Patterson » “Who is Elmyr?” By Max Horberry » “Interior Chinatown” by Charles Yu » “Who Thought This Was a Good Idea?: And Other Questions You Should Have Answers to When You Work in the White House” by Alyssa Mastromo naco

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I have exactly one white noise video that helps me concentrate. I listen to it when I need to be 100 percent focused on a task, especially under a deadline. Spotify and Youtube offer an abundance of choices, but I have the same go-to every time. From a Youtube channel called “Relaxing White Noise,” my favorite option is “STUDY POWER | Focus, Increase Concentration, Calm Your Mind | White Noise For Homework & School.”

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Money moves FIRST BANK FINALIZES SELECT BANK ACQUISITION WITH OFFICE MOVE

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n March 21, First Bank finalized its acquisition of Select Bank & Trust with a successful merger by moving into what was Select Bank’s office at 2818 Raeford Road in Fayetteville. Along with the successful move into a new office building, as of 9 a.m. First Bank and Select Bank converged all their systems and signages together. This conversion solidifies that all locations are First Bank and united as one organization. First Bank is adding 11 branches to its footprint, with the 12th branch on Raeford Road and adding 1,300 employees to its office. With the merger, First Bank has 120 locations throughout North and South Carolina with a $10.6 billion asset size. “With this conversion, we are pushed above that $10 billion mark, which is pretty big in the banking world,” said Director of Public Relations Hilary Kestler. “We are at the capacity to do just about anything. If there's technology or banking needs that customers have or anything along those lines, we can make it happen.”

still have that “sameWecommunity bank feeling – we’re just a larger organization now – but not too big that the customers feel they will get lost,” added Kestler. “We’re big enough where customers have all the right technology. We’re in that middle sweet spot.”

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Last year, First Bancorp acquired Select Bancorp. At the end of March, the deal was finalized, marked by the move into Select’s former location on Raeford Road.

icated team. We are really excited to have our new associates fully on board and the new branches in our network,” stated Mike Mayer, president and CEO of First Bank. “First Bank is the largest community bank in NC now, and we are ready and able to serve our current customers and our new customers from Select Bank. It’s an exciting time for us, and we are very proud of what we’ve accomplished.” The culture of First Bank plays an important role in how the company handles business. Both banks have always made excellent service its focus, which is part of why the merge of brands was successful. With similar values, both banks make it a priority to ensure that their teams stay intact and communicate well throughout the organization and with the customers. As these two organizations come together, customers can still expect to walk in and still see familiar faces

and receive the same service. With the completion of the conversion, some changes had to be made. Many Select Bank & Trust customers had to get new cards, create new online banking login information, and a few account numbers needed to be changed. For First Bank customers, the only change was a new location of their bank. To ensure that customers were prepared for this conversion, First Bank made sure to send out information regarding changes to both organizations’ customers ahead of time. “We still have that same community bank feeling – we’re just a larger organization now – but not too big that the customers feel they will get lost,” added Kestler. “We’re big enough where customers have all the right technology. We’re in that middle sweet spot.”

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Food, entertainment, and vendors draw in huge crowds; consequently, the Fayetteville Dogwood Festival sees out-of-town visitors every year, creating an economic impact through overnight stays in the area.

Fayetteville Dogwood Festival THE EVENT IS BACK FOR ITS 40TH YEAR

he popular Fayetteville Dogwood Festival is back this year, returning on April 21-24. The longstanding tradition of the festival marks its 40th year in 2022. The festival organization, a nonprofit, is “ committed to providing a variety of family centered activities held downtown and around the town. This is done to entertain, promote new business, enhance a positive community image, attract visitors, share the cultural and recreational opportunities of the community, encourage unity through celebration of diversity within Fayetteville, promote the rich history of Fayetteville, and to foster civic pride,” according to the entity’s IRS Form 990. And the organization has found success, time and time again. The Fayetteville Dogwood Festival hosts a variety of community events, including the Miss Fayetteville Dogwood Festival Pageant, an event which is open to contestants from Bladen, Cumberland, Harnett, Hoke, Moore, Robeson, and Sampson Counties, Fayetteville After Five, a free summer concert series offered every second Friday throughout the season, and the Dogwood Fall Festival, which offers food, music, and seasonal entertainment. The Fayetteville Dogwood Festival is the organization’s star of the show. Over 100 independent businesses will participate in the event this year as vendors, and roughly 50 businesses are sponsors for the

event. Snipes said that the record attendance numbers for the Dogwood Festival are in between 200,000 and 250,000 people over the course of the event. The event will feature local businesses, small vendors, food, and both local and national acts. The event begins on Thursday night with Cork & Fork: A Premier Food and Wine Event. “Cork & Fork is an opportunity for restaurants and local chefs to come out and showcase what their speciality items are,” said Sarahgrace Snipes, director of the Fayetteville Dogwood Festival. “It is our hope for Cork & Fork that as our ticket holders are attending the event, restaurants are also getting exposure as well.” The vendors for Cork & Fork will be Gaston Brewing Company, Bees & Boards, Carrots, Carrabba’s Italian Grill, Burney’s Sweets & More, Southern Coals, H8ters, Fabe’s Charcoal Roasting Co., and Pierro’s Italian Bistro. Ticket holders will enjoy unlimited taster’s samples from each of the chefs, unlimited wine samples provided by Healy Wholesale, and access to additional non-alcoholic drinks, like tea, water and soda. Tickets are on a sale for $40 per person or for $75 per couple. Cork & Fork will also hold a silent auction to benefit the United Way of Cumberland County. The event is presented by Hawthorne Residential Partners. The company has “been a sponsor with

the Fayetteville Dogwood Festival for years now,” she said. Cork & Fork tickets are on sale now. The last day to purchase tickets is April 19. To get tickets, visit thedogwoodfestival.com. The Dogwood Festival opens up to the public on April 22. On April 22, national acts Marcy Playground and Hoobastank will perform. On April 23, attendees can look forward to an evening of country music from Dillon Carmichael, Kameron Marlowe and Tyler Farr. On April 24, The Purple Madness – A Tribute to Prince will be the headliner. There are five categories of vendors at the event. Art and craft vendors are the main emphasis; there are also commercial vendors, nonprofit organizations, pre-packaged food vendors, vendors who prepare food on site, and downtown merchants. Although the festival is downtown, Snipes said that merchants downtown like to take advantage of setting up at the Dogwood Festival because it encourages patrons to go into their store to see what else businesses have to offer. “It’s a pipeline to the actual store, which is a great opportunity,”

she said. “They receive a significant amount of business at the time of the festival, but some of them actually receive business two weeks after the festival because [patrons] pass the merchant at the time of the festival and they say, ‘Oh, I’ll just come back.’ And they loop back around and make purchases.” Dogwood Festival is also working on initiatives to measure the amount of out-of-town guests that are coming to the event as well. “The cool thing about the Dogwood Festival is that it’s an inclusive opportunity to be able to be part of the community and support a community event. It’s not just about spending money. It’s about building relationships,” Snipes said. “It’s an opportunity to… come together as a community. Especially after COVID, it’s something we all need to focus on – the togetherness.”

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ACHIEVERS FSU professor receives UNC Board of Governors Award The University of North Carolina Board of Governors selected KIMBERLY SMITH BURTON, Ph.D., a mathematics professor at Fayetteville State University, to receive the 2022 Award for Excellence in Teaching. The award was established in 1993 to highlight the importance of teaching, with Burton being one of 17 Smith Burton faculty members in the system to receive the award. "Dr. Burton is one of our most outstanding faculty members. She has proven her dedication to our great students and this university," said Provost Monica Terrell Leach, Ed.D. "Moreover, she personifies and daily exhibits the excellence that is required for this exceptional award. We whole-heartedly congratulate her and appreciate the impact she continues to make with students and teachers." Burton has been with Fayetteville State University since 1994 and has served in several positions, such as interim associate dean for the College of Education, department chair in the Department of Middle Grades, Secondary & Specialized Subjects, and director of Mathematics/Science Education Center. As a native of Fayetteville, Burton earned her Bachelor of Science in Mathematics from North Carolina Central University, a Master of Arts in Teaching from Fayetteville State University, and a Ph.D. in mathematics education from North Carolina State University. As an award recipient, Burton will receive a commemorative bronze medal and a $15,000 cash prize.

UNCP grad students named Schweitzer Fellows

Two UNC Pembroke graduate students, ANNA HAMPTON and MEG SMITH, have been named 2022-2023 North Carolina Albert Schweitzer Fellows. The North Carolina Schweitzer Fellowship is one of 13 Schweitzer programs in the country that is dedicated to developing pipelines of emerging professionals that enter the workforce with skills necessary to address unmet health needs. Fellows are chosen from graduate health professionals from North Carolina universities.

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industries. Patton is a retired U.S. Army Colonel and has more than 25 years of active-duty experience with deep connections in the Patton military community. He got his Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of California and his Master in Science in Operational Art and Science from Air University.

North Carolina,” she added. In 2019, Everett was one of the lead executors of a merger between the North Carolina Defense Business Association and the North Carolina Military Foundation, establishing the Defense Alliance of North Carolina. Everett formerly served as the executive director of NCDBA and has been the senior director of DANC since the merger. BG William J. Gothard USA ret. President DANC Management Council added in a note to membership, “It is my immense pleasure to announce this afternoon that the Executive Board has unanimously selected Tammy Everett as our permanent Executive Director! Please join me in congratulating Tammy and recognizing her service to DANC. It is a banner day for her and our organization.” Another previous role for Everett was in Convention Sales for Pinehurst Resort from 1998 to 2015. In the role, she was responsible for generating local and national group business.

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McPhaul named Surgeon & Associates’ Director of Public Relations and Branding

What are you and your peers achieving? Have you reached a new goal? Have you acquired another business? Maybe your business has a new hire you would like to highlight.

Greater Fayetteville Business Journal wants to hear from you and your business to shine a spotlight on your accomplishments. To nominate someone for GFBJ’s Achievers section, email editor@bizfayetteville.com with the subject line “Achiever.” Hampton is a first-year clinical mental health counseling student, and Smith is enrolled in the master of social work program. “It is an excitHampton ing opportunity to serve as a Schweitzer Fellow, because I am interested in program evaluation and how health programs, education and advocacy efforts can impact young families from vulnerable communities,” Smith said. Over the next year, Hampton and Smith will be partners with UNCP’s Community Health Smith and Wellness Institute and Healthy Start program to address childhood experiences for families in Robeson County. Hampton said receiving the Schweitzer Fellowship provides her with an opportunity to “see my passion for unmet mental health care needs in vulnerable populations come to life.” Both Smith and Hampton are on the path to graduate in 2023.

FCEDC promotes VP to Executive VP Fayetteville Cumberland Economic Development Corporation announced Vice President ROBERT PATTON JR. has been promoted to Executive Vice President. In this role, Patton will lead key strategic initiatives while continuing to drive FCEDC’s business attraction efforts. Since joining FCEDC in 2020, Patton has worked to reinforce and expand community relations while driving organizational success in key target

TAMMY EVERETT was named Executive Director of the Defense Alliance of NC (DANC) by the DANC Executive Board of Directors on March 29. Executive Board Chair Maj. Gen. Mark Brilakis, Marine Corp (Ret) announced, “By a unanimous vote of our Board, Tammy Everett has officialEverett ly been appointed Executive Director of our organization. We continue to appreciate Tammy’s service and support her in her newest role in leadership of DANC. We look forward to growing the Defense Industry in North Carolina together.” “It is an honor and privilege to accept the role as your Executive Director for the Defense Alliance of North Carolina!” said Tammy. She continued by thanking the Executive Board and Management Council for their ongoing support. “DANC would not function without its resolute membership and volunteers who actively participate and advocate for the Defense Industry in

Local businesswoman SHADONNA MCPHAUL was recently hired by Surgeon & Associates as the Director of Public Relations and Branding, a role that she refers to as a “dream assignment.” Prior to taking on the new role, McPhaul has served in a variety of roles and organizations. She is a veteran who served in the McPhaul United States Air Force from 1996 to 2016. In recent years, some of her roles include membership sales specialist for the Greater Fayetteville Chamber, radio talk show host for ESPN Fay, and customer service representative for Piedmont Natural Gas. In addition to her current role, McPhaul is also the CEO of nonprofit Mo’s Heroes, Inc., which seeks to reduce the homeless veteran population through prevention, and the owner of The Mo You Know Marketing and Media Consulting.

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Federal prime contracts ROBESON, CUMBERLAND COUNTIES PERFORMED OVER $75M IN 2021

n 2021, businesses executed $7.3 billion in federal prime contracts in North Carolina, according to the North Carolina Military Business Center. “Each of these prime contracts – and perhaps billions more in subcontracts – grows jobs, expands the economy and tax base and improves quality of life for everyone in North Carolina,” said NCMBC Executive Director Scott Dorney. “The defense and federal economy in North Carolina remained strong in 2021, as the COVID- and hurricane-related surge of 2020 passed and businesses across the state leveraged sustained opportunities to grow their federal business portfolios.”

FISCAL YEAR 2021 FIGURES Prime contracts from all federal agencies executed in North Carolina: $7.3 Department of Defense prime contracts executed in North Carolina: $3.8

billion billion

Businesses in 15 counties performed over $75 million in federal prime contracts. Included among that list were Cumberland and Robeson County.

Here are the numbers for federal prime contracts within the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal coverage area: CUMBERLAND COUNTY Federal total dollars: $1,457,469,978.57 DoD total dollars: $1,036,969,874.63 HARNETT COUNTY Federal total dollars: $48,878,872.04 DoD total dollars: $7,471,110.92

BLADEN COUNTY Federal total dollars: $11,310,277.99 DoD total dollars: $11,310,277.99

HOKE COUNTY Federal total dollars: $34,989,247.86 DoD total dollars: $32,004,757.84

MOORE COUNTY Federal total dollars: $30,654,303.72 DoD total dollars: $19,827,423.69

ROBESON COUNTY Federal total dollars: $321,813,220.65 DoD total dollars: $6,116,717.49

SAMPSON COUNTY Federal total dollars: $12,222.70 DoD total dollars: N/A

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EX-WIFE OF JEFF BEZOS DONATES TO HABITAT FOR HUMANITY; FAYETTEVILLE GROUP RECEIVES $5M

he Fayetteville Area Habitat for Humanity, Habitat for Humanity International, and 83 U.S. Habitat affiliated organizations received $436 million in unrestricted giving from American author and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. The Fayetteville Area Habitat for Humanity received $5 million from the donation. With the donation, the vision of Habitat affiliated organizations is to create a world where everyone has equitable access to a safe, decent, and affordable place to call home. FAHFH was founded in 1988 with the goal to build safe, affordable energy-efficient homes in Cumberland County. Since its inception, the FAHFH has expanded, helping hundreds of individuals and families in Cumberland, Sampson, and Bladen Counties through their homeownership, critical home repairs, and veteran

Scott donated $3.8B to 465 organizations across the country recently, including Habitat for Humanity.

repairs programs. “Fayetteville Area Habitat for Humanity firmly believes that every man, woman, and child should have a place to live in dignity and safety,” said CEO Ron Gunter. “This $5 million gift makes it possible for us to expand our operational and outreach capabilities and turn that vision into a reality for many more families,” This generous donation will allow us to enhance our financial security and provide longterm financial sustainability for

the further development of affordable housing. It will enable us to achieve our expansion into Robeson County, elevating our service coverage area to four counties.” Currently, the FAHFH is working on a new 47-home development in Fayetteville due to finish in June 2022. “The community of Oakridge Estates has taken more than $7 million to complete. ‘Affordable housing’ is not affordable. A gift like this makes continued investment in our community possible by building more communities like Oakridge Estates, and gives us a renewed sense of hope for the future and a firm resolve as we address the critical need for housing affordability,” Gunter added. Habitat International will use its $25 million from the donation to prioritize advocacy and programmatic efforts designed to dismantle systemic racism, allowing the Habitat

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to advocate for policy proposals and legislation to enable millions of people to have access to affordable housing through “Cost of Home.” “Habitat works to break down barriers and bring people together — to tear down obstacles and build a world where everyone, no matter who we are or where we come from, has a decent place to live,” said Habitat for Humanity International CEO Jonathan Reckford. “This incredible gift helps make that work possible.”

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familiar patrons return to the store, the camaraderie culture amongst Maninga’s cohorts are one of his favorite parts of his job. “We bounce ideas off of each other and we are honest about it,” Maninga said. He became a part of the Black Ops team in October 2021 while slowly transitioning from a life in the military to the civilian world. However, it was his children who first led Maninga to Black Ops because they went there several times to play at the park. As time went on, Maninga found himself getting more involved with Black Ops and was given more responsibilities as his military chapter tapered to the end. “It was a good segue from the military to civilian culture,” he said. “You're not doing it alone. You're doing it with other [veterans] who are kinda doing the same thing.” Much like the Black Ops crew, the military, too, makes up a fraction of the patrons who frequent the park. “Some of the military units have purchased airsoft guns so they can come out and do realistic training without having to spend a bunch of money on bullets,” Maninga said. “That's between close-quarters combat and woods training.” According to Harris, the park is a great place for veterans to play – especially those dealing with some post-traumatic stress disorder. “Paintball and airsoft are shown to decrease anxiety and improve communication,” he said. However, veterans are not the only ones utilizing the premise for practice or leisure. Local organizations, companies and businesses host fundraisers and team building events at Black Ops to incorporate cooperation within their unit. The types of player’s skill level in the park range from novice to expert — and they’re all welcomed. “The people that come to Black Ops to play are very open players when it comes to demeanor,” Maninga said. “It's not one of those stuck up places, for lack of a better word.” Patrons can expect to feel included, he added. They’re encouraged to try each other's paintball or airsoft gear and ideas are always exchanged; this supportive culture permeates the Black Ops community regardless of background. “The best part about paintball is that every walk of life can do it,” Maninga said. “You don't have to be super fast, you don't have to be super slow. You can take the game at your

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Patrons of Black Ops enjoy camaraderie, leisure time, and team building.

own pace. It doesn't matter creed, race — it doesn't matter. Everybody's pretty much on a leveled playing field except for experience (players).” Harris said it is precisely this inclusivity that sets Black Ops apart from other paintball parks. “Black Ops is a field that is out to provide the next level of the customer service and experience of a paintball facility,” he said. “The goal is to get kids and adults off the couch and off the phone to get outside and play.” Currently, Black Ops parks offer amenities such as camping, concessions, and air conditioned flushable toilets — which are a big deal, ac-

cording to Harris. “We have one of the biggest proshops with gear from all over the industry,” he said. “We also provide something for people of all ages from four to 100; we have something for you.” To participate, Black Ops patrons can experience paintball or airsoft in various ways: as an individual walkon player, as a group of at least 20 people, or by booking one of three different packages for 12 players. Additionally, food and party add ons may be included to any of the groups packages for an additional fee. According to the company's web-

site, blackopspaintball.org, there are three levels of membership for both paintball and airsoft enthusiasts who wish to participate often: bronze, silver and gold. All levels of memberships are valid at all Black Ops locations across the country. Looking to the future, there are several new projects on the horizon for Black Ops. The branch in Myrtle Beach recently acquired new land and will expand from a 13.5-acre park to 180 acres. Currently, there are no set dates as to when these new parks will be open for play. Additionally, land has recently been purchased in Lacey, so that branch can start a field in conjunction with the pro shop that’s already in business in the Pacific Northwest. “It takes a while to set up some fields,” Maninga said. “They have to clear land and then put up nets; do layouts. There is a lot that goes into getting a field started.” Apart from expansion, Black Ops is committed to giving back to the community. They are active in several nonprofits in the Cumberland County area, such as Valor Village Shelby, Toys for Tots and especially Aid. Improve. Motivate. (A.I.M.) Athletics Foundation. A.I.M. is a 501(c)(3) organization and special interest service organization offering free outdoor paintball and airsoft team building programs, services and events for wounded veterans of the U.S. military, the underprivileged, and those suffering from injury and disease — such as cancer and cerebral palsy. The organization’s goal is to improve quality of life, aid in community spirit and provide mentally and physically stimulating exercise to those often excluded from such activity, according to the foundation’s website aimathletics.org. Upcoming events hosted by Black Ops are Cape Fear Rebellion IV in May and I Am Legend in September. The fourth installment of the Cape Fear Rebellion series is a threeday event beginning with a night game on Friday, May 13. During this event, participants may camp on site for free. Registration is $70 until 48 hours before the event. Subsequently, registration is $90. I Am Legend is a two-day running event of humans versus zombies beginning Sept. 10. For more information on Black Ops Paintball & Airsoft Fayetteville, visit their website blackopspaintball.org or call 910-876-4444.

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New residential development LUXURY COMPLEX UNDER CONSTRUCTION IN DOWNTOWN FAYETTEVILLE

new residential development is headed to downtown Fayetteville off of Adams Street. The development represents a $5 million investment and brings 20 new units to the downtown area. In phase one of the project, there will be 12 units ready to be opened in May 2022. Bringing these apartments to Adam Street is a staple in making the area a more safe and clean area that people want to come to and live in. “Adding 40K+ gross square feet of new residential construction to our city's urban core will have a substantial impact on retailers' bottom line and downtown's walkability sense of place,” stated Bianca Shoneman, president and CEO of Cool Spring Downtown District. “The investment is the first of its kind being constructed by a local, Black-owned development company, RAJJ Investment Properties, Inc., and adding 60+ new residents is a win/win for our community and surrounding property values.” The project is headed up by Jerome Njuan Bell of RAJJ Investment Properties, Inc.

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Phase one of the project will result in 12 units ready to be opened in May 2022. Eight units are planned for phase 2.

“I want to play a role in the community and with my tenants to create an atmosphere where people can interact with one another, while supporting local businesses downtown,” said Bell. As a high-end luxury complex, each apartment will have three bedrooms and two baths. Additionally, there is a lot next to the development

that Bell hopes to turn into a recreational space for tenants. “I’ve been here since 2003, and this change is to show that we are a city of heroes and hometown,” added Bell. “We need to bury the bad image of Fayetteville and play a part to become something more as a community.” The groundbreaking ceremony for the apartments was held in July last

year. “July 23, 2021, was by far one of the most special and amazing days of my life to date,” Bell told Greater Fayetteville Business Journal last year. “My father and family … all showed up to help me celebrate a major accomplishment — building my first apartment complex. With their continued love and support, I will be building many more.”

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Western Cumberland County Route widening GILLIS HILL ROAD WILL BE IMPROVED UNDER NEW NCDOT CONTRACT

stretch of Gillis Hill Road in western Fayetteville will be widened and see new improvements, the North Carolina Department of Transportation says. The 1.1 mile stretch between Stoney Point Road and Raeford Road is under contract with W.C. English Inc. for $22.6 million and will be widening from two lanes to four. The project also includes concrete curbs and gutters. The installation of a drainage system and a raised median will improve safety. Additionally, the bridge over Little

NCDOT predicts a 24 percent increase of vehicles per day on Gillis Hill Road two decades from now.

Rockfish Creek will be replaced with two bridges to accommodate the wider road. The project is expected to ease

congestion and plan for anticipated growth. According to NCDOT, on average, 25,000 vehicles travel on Gillis Hill Road a day. The volume

is expected to increase 24 percent to 31,000 vehicles a day in 20 years. Construction is expected to begin in July and will be phased, allowing the original two-way path and bridge to remain open as half of the new road is being constructed. Once the new construction of the road is completed, traffic will transition to the new pavement while the existing pavement is being rebuilt. The project is scheduled to be completed and fully opened by the fall of 2024.

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With the acquisition of Lumberton Cellulose comes opportunities to expand – something that will happen in phases.

Sustainability sells

BAST FIBRE TECHNOLOGIES TO ACQUIRE LUMBERTON CELLULOSE

ast Fibre Technologies Inc. (BFT), a manufacturer of premium natural fibers for the global nonwoven and textile industries, announced its agreement to acquire Lumberton Cellulose LLC, a natural fiber processing facility in Robeson County, from Georgia-Pacific Cellulose LLC. “Acquiring this state-of-the-art natural fiber processing facility and integrating the great team at Lumberton enables BFT to immediately establish North American manufacturing operations to meet the rapidly growing demand for our sustainable natural fibers,” says BFT Co-founder Noel Hall. “Following our recent acquisition of German-based fiber processor FVT, this is another key step in our long-term strategy of building significant high quality manufacturing capacity for our global customers supporting our core mission of ‘grow local, process local, sell local’.” The Lumberton facility was originally built in 1968 as a mill that produced pulp for paper applications from cotton. Unlike the paper used for newspapers or copy paper, the

material was more durable, creating high-end, permanent products. That facility operated from 1968 until 2003 when it shut down and all of the production was consolidated in the Memphis, Tennessee location. The company was privately held at the time. In 1993, the company was sold to an investment group. In 1996, it was acquired by Buckeye Technologies, which was part of Procter & Gamble. In 2013, Georgia-Pacific bought all of Buckeye Technologies. The line that is run today started up in 2001. It is a stable fiber bleaching process. The company purifies cellulose fibers. The cotton fibers are primarily produced for the hygiene markets. Baby wipes, diaper layers, cotton balls, cotton swabs, and filtration applications are just a few of the products the fiber is used for. “The plan is for us to grow in that segment and still use bast fiber, which in this case will be flax as a raw material, and it will also be agricultural hemp fibers. That’s kind of where Bast Fibre Tech comes in because they’re in that market, and they’ve been doing a lot of development work

to use those kinds of fibers, those natural fibers, that will replace plastics in many of the non-woven products that are being used around the world today,” Charles Oxendine, the Lumberton Cellulose plant manager, said. BFT, a cleantech fiber engineering firm, is based in Canada. “We have offices up in Canada and in Greenville, S.C., a facility in Germany, and now one here in Lumberton. We’re what we would call a triple-bottom-line company whose mission is to replace plastics in single-use items like cleaning wipes and baby wipes with plastic free fibers,” said Larisa Harrison, director of corporate communications for Bast Fibre Tech. She explained that the vast majority of wipes contain plastic, which go into the garbage and then to a landfill. “We’re looking to replace that with something that goes into the compost instead,” she said. The mill in Lumberton uses a chemical cleaning and a chemical purification process. The finished product is put in bales and shipped to customers to be made into a finished product.

“Without giving too much confidential information away, I’ll just say that you can go into the local grocery store and you look at all the major brands, and those are our customers,” Oxendine said. “Some of the Fortune 500 companies that you’re familiar with, they make a lot of different products and they utilize these fibers.” “The same has historically been true for Bast Fibre Tech. The big consumer product companies want to get rid of plastic in their supply chain. Their customers are demanding it, and legislation is pushing it,” Harrison said. The sustainability factor goes deeper than a cultural demand. It impacts demand and longterm effects on soil. “Agricultural hemp is a renewable crop – you can plant these crops and grow them in about 100 days and they make great rotation crops as well. In some climates, bast fibers can provide up to two crops in one year. These crops are more drought tolerant than some other locally grown crops. They actually have a good story in soil See SUSTAINABILITY, page 16

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BFT and Lumberton Cellulose seek to offer industrial compostability through bast fibers as an alternative to plastics to their customers.

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[It’s] pretty exciting when you think about it — we are one of the very, very few companies in the world currently pursuing this innovative and technically advanced market. We’ve got a good story to tell and we’re in a good position to grow locally and make a positive impact on the local farming community at the same time. — Charles Oxendine PLANT MANAGER, LUMBERTON CELLULOSE

conditioning since they add nutrients back to the soil. You don’t have to use the same kind of pesticides that you would for some of the other crops grown locally,” Oxendine said. An industrially compostable product will break down into compost within 180 days, versus a plastic item that could sit in a landfill for thousands of years,” Harrison. “One thing we talk about at BFT is soil-to-soil circularity. We start with a plant that comes from the soil, it improves the soil, you use it, and it can go back to the soil.” The other positive side to the emphasis on sustainability is that it creates jobs here. “One of the things we like about this area is that we can draw from local farmers in the Carolinas and process the fiber here,” Harrison said. Ideally for supply chain and carbon footprint, Harrison explains, is that the company would like to utilize

employees within 100-150 miles, but to begin with, the company will utilize people further out as they build up the supply chain. As time goes on, she anticipates that the business will become more localized to utilize more people within the immediate area. Oxendine said expansion is planned in phases. The plan would be to bring in additional cleaning equipment first; the next phase would be to increase the capacity of bast fiber processing up to a three times volume expansion for the site, adding operators, technical jobs, engineering jobs, chemists, and more. “This acquisition is a key strategic milestone in our mission to build out significant manufacturing capacity while supporting the vast potential of North American grown hemp and flax”, says BFT President Jim Posa. “Lumberton Cellulose is a top producer of quality fiber and with the current infrastructure and excellent,

highly experienced team at Lumberton, we expect to significantly expand the facility’s production capabilities over the next few years. This acquisition will play an integral role in supporting North America’s transition away from plastic and manufactured cellulosic fibers and toward a more sustainable future.” Posa was recently named the new president and CEO of BFT. “James has exactly the right kind of experience, passion and skills to lead Bast Fibre Technologies for the next phase of our growth,” said Hall. “This is the right time for James to assume the CEO role at Bast Fibre Technologies. The acquisition of FVT in Germany and most recently Lumberton Cellulose in North Carolina have greatly accelerated our move into large scale commercial production.” Lumberton Cellulose is currently hiring. To see the job opportunities that are available, search “bft lumber-

ton ops corp” on Indeed.com and set the location search to Lumberton, NC. “We have a highly automated, state of the art manufacturing facility in Lumberton and an operation in Germany that is producing very high quality products. We provide employees with competitive pay and benefits. And, we think that we have a good thing to offer to society by producing a product that is sustainable and environmentally friendly. Plus, it’s pretty exciting when you think about it — we are one of the very, very few companies in the world currently pursuing this innovative and technically advanced market. We’ve got a good story to tell and we’re in a good position to grow locally and make a positive impact on the local farming community at the same time,” Oxendine said.

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RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE

New challenges

A SHORTAGE OF HOMES AND AN INFLUX OF NEW AGENTS MAKES REAL ESTATE MORE COMPETITIVE FOR PEOPLE IN INDUSTRY

he housing market has been everything but normal in the last two years. There have been shortages in houses, increases in homes for sale and price increases, and an increase in real estate agents in the nation. As the months go on, the changes in the housing market are continuing. The median sales price for a home in 2022, based on research from Longleaf Pine Realtors, in the last 12 months is $214,800. That is a 13.7 percent increase in median sale prices from 2021, when the median sales price for a home was $189,000. In the last two years, there has been a 11.2 percent increase from 2021 in closed homes with 12,649 homes closed, the research indicated. The volume of closed sales is the largest ever in the region, clocking in at $2,864,467,696. That’s a 26.1 percent increase from 2021 at $2,271,678,550. Even with a large volume of homes closed on in just the last three months, the shortage of homes for sale continues to be an issue. There has been a 24.2 percent decrease in homes for sale since 2021. From January to March 2022, 659 houses have gone up for sale on the market. In 2021, there were 869 homes for sale, which is a 58.1 percent decrease from 2020 with 2,076 homes for sale. This year has seen 13,967 new listings, including new homes built and homeowners selling their homes. With a 14 percent increase from 2021 at 12,252, there continues to be a shortage in supply. Currently, the MLS is accounting for 0.9 months of homes for sale in supply for this year. LPR’s data shows a decrease of 43.8 percent from 2021 that had 1.6 months worth of supply. However, that is also a 51.5 percent decrease from 2020 with 3.3 months worth of supply.

CHUTTERSNAP/UNSPLASH

Looking back on the past two years has made one thing clear about the future of residential real estate: Nothing’s certain.

As the supply of houses continues to decrease, many homes for sale are not staying on the market longer than six days – a significant decrease from 2020, when the average days a house would be on the market was 31 according to Longleaf Pine Realtors. Longleaf Pine Realtor President Amanda Smith added that some other trends are large upfront due diligence and earnest money deposits, buyers willing to pay more than a home is appraised for, and some inspections being waived or inspections only done for informational purposes. With these challenges in the housing market, real estate agents are having to work ten times harder in order to please their clients. “The workload has increased quite a bit. When you think about representing a seller the preparation to get on the market hasn’t changed,” said Smith. “Once it goes on the market, the number of calls and texts that you’re getting for offers and the variations of those offers, it can be quite daunting when sitting down with the seller to help

guide them to what they want to achieve.” Even with the overwhelming amount of offers that come towards the seller, on the flip-side as a buyer it is different. “You’ll hear there’s no inventory and that’s not the case. There are homes for sale, but the demand is greater so there is just not enough to meet the demand,” Smith explained. While real estate has been profitable for sellers, a nationwide increase in real estate agents has created problems in the industry. “There are way more agents than there are listings, so that itself is a present challenge, especially new agents breaking into the market,” stated Smith. “The more seasoned agents who have spent years building a business based on their referrals and having repeat clients, have it easier in terms of navigating the market compared to a new agent. Even with the struggle of trying to build their own business, any real estate agent that works hard at the things that need to be done can become successful. If you’re willing to put in the time, the opportunities

will present themselves.” Seasoned and new agents alike have to find ways to deal with the shortage in homes. Many of the new agents are exploring ways to creatively market their names and participate in local associations and organizations for when there is a listing they have their name in the hat to be drawn to represent a seller or buyer. The rest of the year in the industry and the future of the housing market are unpredictable. Currently, experts anticipate that, for the remainder of the year, the market will continue to experience high amounts of demand with multiple offers on homes, especially large amounts of cash offers. “I do think that these factors are going to continue for a while, but I’m happy that we’re all continuing to work together through these challenges. It doesn’t matter if we all work for the same broker or not. This is a team sport,” added Smith. As a realtor there are many legislations in place. Locally, the realtors deal with the Political Action Committee which serves as the voice for realtors to elected officials to keep the housing market attainable. Also working to benefit realtors is the Government Affairs Director, who works with the local, state and national level to make sure that realtors in the community can keep helping clients. “Our goal as realtors is the same, whether we’re representing the buyer or the seller, we want to get them into closing,” Smith said. “We want both sides to feel like they are well represented and things go smoother when realtors work together.” The real estate industry is alive and well as many people across the country continue to work hard to make an impact in their communities.

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910-339-2625 http://www.whitehorse-financial.com/

910-235-9098 https://www.edwardjones.com/us-en/financial-advisor/mary-rocca

910-826-9968 https://www.edwardjones.com/us-en/financial-advisor/matt-hames

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EDWARD JONES - FINANCIAL ADVISOR: ANGELA J BROWN, AAMS

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EDWARD JONES - FINANCIAL ADVISOR: CARRIE B FAIRCLOTH

910-485-6243 https://www.edwardjones.com/us-en/financial-advisor/carrie-faircloth

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910-984-8300 https://www.edwardjones.com/us-en/financial-advisor/debbie-best

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WHITE HORSE FINANCIAL, INC. 4200 Morganton Road Fayetteville, N.C. 28314

EDWARD JONES - FINANCIAL ADVISOR: MARY ROCCA, AAMS 211-F Central Park Avenue Pinehurst, N.C. 28374

EDWARD JONES - FINANCIAL ADVISOR: MATT HAMES, AAMS 212 Westwood Shopping Center Fayetteville, N.C. 28314

201 Hay Street Fayetteville, N.C. 28301

16 West Front Street Lillington, N.C. 27546

2139 Valleygate Drive Fayetteville, N.C. 28304

EDWARD JONES - FINANCIAL ADVISOR: JOHN S WRIGHT 103 North Dickson Street Raeford, N.C. 28376

EDWARD JONES - FINANCIAL ADVISOR: DAVID B JENKINS JR 608 Beaman Street Clinton, N.C. 28328

EDWARD JONES - FINANCIAL ADVISOR: CISSY MCPHAIL, AAMS|CRPS 1310A Fort Bragg Road Fayetteville, N.C. 28305

LINCOLN FINANCIAL SERVICES & LIFE INSURANCE

201 South McPherson Church Road Fayetteville, N.C. 28303

EDWARD JONES - FINANCIAL ADVISOR: DEBBIE BEST, CFP® 228 Winslow Street Fayetteville, N.C. 28301

STALWART FINANCIAL PLANNING 4200 Morganton Road Fayetteville, N.C. 28314

OVERFLOW FINANCIAL SERVICES 102B West Broad Street Dunn, N.C. 28334

PT FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT 159 Maxwell Street Fayetteville, N.C. 28301

CLC FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP 4910 Fayetteville Road Lumberton, N.C. 28358

EDWARD JONES - FINANCIAL ADVISOR: TROY PUCHALSKI 7647 North Carolina 211 West End, N.C. 27376

AMERICAN GENERAL FINANCIAL SERVICES 5353 Red Tip Road Fayetteville, N.C. 28314

J G FINANCIAL CONSULTING

GREEN CAP FINANCIAL INC

150 Magnolia Square Court Aberdeen, N.C. 28315

5945 Cliffdale Road Fayetteville, N.C. 28314

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CUMBERLAND COUNTY Avery & McClellan LLC. 1101 Patrick Dr. Fayetteville Agent: Jane Avery McClellan Renee's Catering LLC 3351 Galleria Dr Fayetteville Agent: Joslyn Celeste Mims Michelle Hales LLC 3911 Coventry Rd Fayetteville Agent: Michelle Hales Colliers Welding LLC 773 Mary Jordan Ln Fayetteville Agent: Allen Brandon Collier Ayesahs Fabulously Fit Beauty Bar LLC 6400 starbrook dr 7 Fayetteville Agent: Ayeshah Baker Creeative Culture Custom Design LLC 974 Bassman Lane Apt 301 Fayetteville Agent: Creesha Jones-stone R.U.D.Educate Inc 210 Bullard Circle Fayetteville Agent: Troy Alvin Williams JS Logistics NC LLC 5075 Morganton Rd Ste 100 Fayetteville Agent: John Earl Shaw Four Glory LLC

519 Candleberry Ct Apt C Fayetteville Agent: Hacina Fielder LOAFBOY DON LLC 214 Pike Pl Fayetteville Agent: Donovan McCrimmon WHITE LINEN PRODUCTIONS LLC 1831 Bridger St Fayetteville Agent: Jeffari McMillan Good morning lawncare LLC 6701 Sandfield Court Fayetteville Agent: Harold Vazquez Mummy-Daughter Duo LLC #1287 5075 Morganton Rd STE 10C FAYETTEVILLE Agent: Quanesha J Thompson Proven Freight llc 5325 trampas ct Fayetteville Agent: Andre Cornilues Hicks Sr Tyrone J. Bethune LLC 3188 Braddy Road Fayetteville Agent: Tyrone J Bethune Greater Than University LLC 712 Connaly Dr. Hope Mills Agent: Jala Street Broadie Entertainment LLC

3706 Pioneer Dr Hope Mills Agent: Keith Broadie Apostolic Alliance Fellowship 5860 Sunningdale Ln Hope Mills Agent: Wayne McNeill 205-A Seashore LLC 204 Hillside Ave Fayetteville Agent: Robert G. Ray VICNA NC Homes LLC 345 Hay Street Fayetteville Agent: Deanna L. Coleman New Genesis Pathfinder LLC 100 Hay Street Ste 503 Fayetteville Agent: Abundant Living Consulting Corporation LLC Healing Is Sexy LLC BLDG 4-2070 REILLY RD SUITE 122 FORT BRAGG Agent: Melissa Williamson CBS Ventures LLC 2905 Hampton Ridge Rd Fayetteville Agent: Bennett Strickland Pratt Security Services LlC 3427 Lancers Drive Fayetteville Agent: Roanthony Terrace Pratt Reaper Transportation LLC 8330 Judy Dr Fayetteville Agent: Termaine Lionel Van Heyningen Professional Management & Transportation Services L.L.C 330 Bubble Creek Ct. # 3 Fayetteville Agent: Jose A Cruz Adorno Twins Tax & Accountant Services LLC

5641 Middlefield Pl Fayetteville Agent: Donisha Rochelle Brown Charm's Glam LLC 3771 Ramsey St STE 109 #387 Fayetteville Agent: Charmaine P Conliffe Sheffield Farms North Section Five Homeowners Association Inc. 324 N. McPherson Church Road Fayetteville Agent: Jennifer K Fincher Our Heartfelt Community LLC 7554 Decatur Dr Fayetteville Agent: Katelyn Faith Murphy Professional Wall Vision Painting LLC 6944 Bone Creek Dr Fayetteville Agent: Patrick Villanueva ELITE KAP HOUSE L.L.C. 439 Westwood Shp Ctr #322 Fayetteville Agent: Kristian A Price LC Cleggconstruction LLC 7728 Smithfield Rd Godwin Agent: Leo Clegg Uppity Love LLC 230 Donaldson Street Suite 500c Fayetteville Agent: D'Jarius O Jones Sweet Kitty Confections LLC 423 Bernstein St Fort Bragg Agent: Kimberly Segura Williams Waples Relax Forever LLC 1661 Baysden Ct. Fayetteville Agent: Shai'andrea Cole

HICREO INC. 208 Hay Street Suite 1A Fayetteville Agent: Bradd Chi Cutting Edge Lawn Care LLC 5602 Grimes Road Fayetteville Agent: Robert Charles Fermanides II ABBA Properties LLC 2945 Cragburn Place Fayetteville Agent: Leslie Kokowski Nymphalid Business Solutions Inc. 7575 Akins Drive Fayetteville Agent: Lakysha Williamson Genuine Hearts LLC 6245 Esau St Linden Agent: McLynn Dion Howard Fairley Simple Solutions LLC 4981 Galveston Drive Unit A Fayetteville Agent: DayQwanne Tremaine Fairley S&R Boutique LLC 3920 Donna Street Fayetteville Agent: Natasha Marcella Robinson The Glamour Stop LLC 6316 Lynette Cir Fayetteville Agent: Brinita A Hines Hoosier Chicks LLC 7559 Firethorn Dr Fayetteville Agent: Kara Lynn Meyer HYGGE HOUSE NC LLC 915 ANARINE RD FAYETTEVILLE Agent: CAITLYN LAYNE Dynasty Royal LLC 810 GRAMBLING CT FAYETTEVILLE

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Agent: Erica Nelson The Scent of Her LLC 439 Westwood Shopping Ctr # 803 FB Fayetteville Agent: Shaneek Alfair Hobbs GetFitwithYoli llc 3320 Red Fox rd spring lake Agent: Yolanda Shavon Fleming Say It Louder Designs LLC 3517 Lancers Drive Fayetteville Agent: Sadie Arnold Oxendine GOOD SAMARITANS INC. #1250 5075 Morganton Rd Ste 10C Fayetteville Agent: Pamelina Sutton Alotta Properties Property Management Inc. 2009 Hope Mills Rd. Fayetteville Agent: Gilbert Jacobs BEY Cleaning LLC 1304 Straight Oak Dr Fayetteville Agent: Blanca Estela Villanueva Avendano CRAWFORD COURIER COMPANY LLC 7711 S Raeford Rd Fayetteville Agent: Kristell Nichelle Crawford Deep Creek Offroad Park LLC 2601 Slocomb Rd Linden Agent: Richard J Mangum Blue Medina Realty Limited Liability Co. 5566 Robmont Fayetteville Agent: Melissa Isamar Zamora Medina Abundant Flower LLC 6013 Dunbridge Dr Fayetteville Agent: DIANNA L THOMAS

CGB Logistics LLC 1808 Shady Knoll Lane Fayetteville Agent: Justin D Blackmon Inkredibulls LLC 2253 Rustic Trail Fayetteville Agent: Timothy Lydell Jones Halo Glow LLC 1918 Spruce Street Fayetteville Agent: Tabitha Tennelle Coleman Breaking Barriers Enterprises LLC 1820 Shady Knoll Lane Fayetteville Agent: Breanna Shantel Price Regular Music Publishing L.L.C. 7805 Spurge Drive Fayetteville Agent: Tyler Robert Billman Well In The Know LLC 708 Loyola Lane Fayetteville Agent: Traci-Lei Thomas Race Taylor Music Group LLC 2913 Seavista ct Fayetteville Agent: Brent Covey Friend NekiNaki Holdings LLC 200 Helen St. Fayetteviile Agent: Morineki Brooks Passion Touch Inc. 418 Brunswick Rd Fayetteville Agent: Isaiah Michael Capers Gaiam Corp LLC 6504 Applewhite Rd Fayetteville Agent: Gonca Dilaveroglu Creations By Sierra M LLC 1313 skyline drive

Fayetteville nc 28314 Fayetteville Agent: Sierra Cheyenne McLeod Brielo Transports LLC 3105 Burton Dr Fayetteville Agent: Gabriel Rodriguez Toro Emc Ban Corp LLC 1441B Ireland Drive Fayetteville Agent: J Ellis A McClure PINK Belle Vie LLC 5609 Bright View Street Fayetteville Agent: Taisha Palacio Big Purr Transpo LLC 1818 Gilmore Street Fayetteville Agent: Cecilia LaShaunda Smith The Bushmen Group LLC 200 Helen Street Fayetteville Agent: Morineki Brooks RAZOR Renovations LLC 3947 Dunn Road Suite 5 PMB 69 Eastover Agent: Raymond Monroe Adams Slone Real Estate LLC 617 Thornbrooke Dr Hope Mills Agent: Megan G Slone Down N Dirty Residential & Commercial Cleanings LLC 3632 Pine Cone Ln Fayetteville Agent: KyWan Irvin-Parker JET GROUP LLC 4031 polk drive hope mills Agent: Esther Jajaira Torres Starline Contractors LLC 6312 Glenlea Circle Fayetteville

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Agent: Jermaine M Jenkins KG Esthetics LLC 3916 Tasha Drive Hope Mills Agent: Kristin Smith SaHan LLC 2917 Bargemaster Dr Fayetteville Agent: Homa Mohammad H24U LLC 2917 Bargemaster Dr Fayetteville Agent: Homa Mohammad On the Go Courier Services LLC 3910 Quarry Hollow Dr Fayetteville Agent: Lonza Melvin III High Moon Logistics LLC 1025 A Hickory St Fayetteville Agent: Gerald Holman Empress Natural LLC 2449 Caithness Dr Fayetteville Agent: Aesha Simmons Five Star Vets Home Improvements LLC 6118 Malvern Circle Fayetteville Agent: Jessica Trujillo J&D Real Estate Enterprise LLC 6302 Clem Rose Lane Hope Mills Agent: James Douglas Duke Building Hope Investment Group LLP 2045 Lothbury Dr Fayetteville Agent: Bernard Fleming A&W Earthworks LLC 4818 Main Street Linden Agent: Wayne Turnmire

SuperDad L.L.C. 3922 Heartpine Dr Fayetteville Agent: Joshua Joseph Paquette Arise Behavioral Therapy Solutions LLC 1824 Harrington Road Fayetteville Agent: Ashley Harmer The Institute for Hebrew Bible Manuscript Research 3620 Cape Center Drive Fayetteville Agent: WILLIAM T ALLEN BREAD BOYZ CUSTOM AUTOMOTIVE LLC 100 Hay Street Ste 503 Fayetteville Agent: Abundant Living Consulting Corporation LLC Seabreeze Cabana Rentals LLC. 100 Hay Street Ste 503 Fayetteville Agent: Abundant Living Consulting Corporation LLC Triple K Trucking inc 1461 Avoncroft Dr Fayetteville Agent: isaiah baker AHS Legacy LLC 516 Pecan Grove Loop Hope Mills Agent: Ashen Henry Stephens III R and I Flat LLC 3520 Sids Mill Road Fayetteville Agent: Rex Allen Draughon

Agent: LaToya Dianna Rollins Effleurage Massage LLC 1080 Madonna Dr. Fayetteville Agent: Janicque Charmagne Hunter DMK Merch LLC 2301 Cumberland Gap Dr Apt 103 Fayetteville Agent: Maria Mercedes Davis Oxner Auto Recycling LLC 3011 Town Center Drive Suite 130 Unit 149 Fayetteville Agent: Jason C Oxner Queen Raising Kings Publishing llc 6617 Idlewood Court Fayetteville Agent: Lydia Marie Nichols TinaToks Kitchen. LLC 3565 Birchfield Court Fayetteville Agent: Oluwaseun Asogbon Crown Jewel Cosmetics LLC 222 Castle Dr Fort Bragg Agent: Claudia Simone Silver Second Chance Veterans Home LLC 3829 Sunchase Drive Fayetteville Agent: Victoria Sharenna Pitt-Mansfield Kingdom Development Network Inc. 2569 Owen Drive Fayetteville Agent: Kevin D Robinson

Who She Enterprises LLC 111 Murray Fork Dr Fayetteville Agent: Arielle Crawford

7126 Fillyaw LLC 980 Dandridge Dr Fayetteville Agent: Jemone Durante

afridite llc 1204 renee court fayetteville

Bounce Utopia & Party Rentals LLC 3946 Newgate Street

Fayetteville Agent: Nathaniel Ryan Mummert Three R Vending LLC 5075 MORGANTON RD STE 10C Fayetteville Agent: Rachel T Sanders GMJ Intergrated Services L.L.C. 4805 Wade Stedman Rd Wade Agent: Jimmy R. Plater Sr Renewing Of The Mind PLLC 6449 HIDDEN LAKE LOOP APT 145 FAYETTEVILLE Agent: Latoya Harley-Dowden Cape Fear Collision Realty LLC 5321 Bragg Blvd. Fayetteville Agent: Nick Ortiz CheSan Salon LLC 3413 Summer Cove Dr Fayetteville Agent: Cheryl Anne Pickett INVERSION INVESTMENTS LLC 4910 YORKCHESTER DR FAYETTEVILLE Agent: JASEN THOMPSON Shamontes Palace LLC 5057 Morganton RD STE 10C Fayetteville Agent: Michaela S Williams Final Touch Landscape LLC 5703 Homestead ct Fayetteville Agent: Luis Reinaldo Batista-Abreu Piney Grove Family Care Home LLC 2927 Walden Rd Fayetteville Agent: Gina W Melvin Fayetteville Blaze

Sports Club LLC 5075 Morganton rd. STE 10C (1044) Fayetteville Agent: Derrick Ramon Sonnier Bertin And Son Trucking LLC 100 Grimes St Fort Bragg Agent: Gilfred Bertin Sr. AVAZ LLC 712 Kooler Circle Fayetteville Agent: Carlos Aaron Vazquez Slo-Motionz MC Inc 1433 Butterwood Circle Fayetteville Agent: Ronald Williams Atlas Construction And Electrical LLC 804 Stamper Rd Suite 102 Fayetteville Agent: Crystal DePietro Ferguson's Associates LLC 1139 Hallberry Drive FAYETTEVILLE Agent: Darryl Ferguson Fancy Me J'ee LLC 426 hallmark rd fayettveille Agent: Ajia Monique Carter ONE STOP CUSTOMS LLC 5310 YADKIN ROAD FAYETTEVILLE Agent: ELITE ACCOUNTING CORPORATION KG Inflatables & More LLC 5914 Dartford Court Stedman Agent: Gregory Edward Evans Ells Closet. LLC 152 westwick lane apt 17 Fayetteville Agent: Roberta Idella Grundy

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We Got Your Back LLC 717 Eugene St Fayetteville Agent: Brian McLean Earth's Beauty llc 266 sand clay drive Spring Lake Agent: Daphene Mildred Colville Sugar Sweet Boutique Inc. 1904 Green Cir Fayetteville Agent: Sharell L Jacobus Fayetteville's Finest Landscaping & Lawn Care LLC 3010 McCandless Ct Fayetteville Agent: John William Dowdy III

Agent: David Maguire JunNov Consulting Group LLC 3269D Turtle Pointe Dr Fayetteville Agent: Clifford Gilot MN Sports Cards and Box Breaks LLC 1236 Haymount Ct Fayetteville Agent: Michael Wayne Clouse Matt's Mobile Welding LLC 597 Oliver St Fayetteville Agent: Matthew Teasley

PAI Partnership LLC 5727 Five Sisters Court Fayetteville Agent: Paris Ryan

UnderRated Productions LLC 1512 Belews Creek LN Fayetteville Agent: Charles J Brock Jr

Amazin Brows By Lisa LLC 5208 Goshawk Drive Hope Mills Agent: Alisa D Hester

ZAZA Tobacco Mart LLC 6577 Fisher Rd Fayetteville Agent: Rodwan Kaid

Reset Mindset Coaching LLC 2812 Ramsey St Ste 9146 Fayetteville Agent: Shanelle Walker

Expensive Skin LLC 814 Hope mills rd Fayetteville Agent: Ronnell Eugene Howard

LockLand Builders LLC 5509 Labrador Dr Hope Mills Agent: Seth Lockamy 4K Solutions Inc. 1611 Bluffside Drive 201 Fayetteville Agent: Kyle Kirby Elite Safety Training LLC 5591 Bellflower Street Fayetteville Agent: Amy R Mateo Carolina Partnered Properties LLC 413 Ballater Lane Cameron

Warrior Spirit Full Spectrum Karate LLC 829 Screech Owl Dr Hope Mills Agent: Priscilla Williams-knight Prissie By Issie LLC 1839 Broadell Drive Fayetteville Agent: Latavia Pratt The Law Office of Michael A. Simmons PLLC 2057 Wood Duck Drive Fayetteville Agent: Michael A. Simmons Made to Eatz LLC

405 Jax Ct Fayetteville Agent: Marcus Taylor Vinly Siding JJ LLC 10203 Hwy 210 Spring Lake Agent: Jose Velasco Gaytan A&L Freight Logistics LLC 5075 Morganton Rd STE 10C #1019 Fayetteville Agent: Charles Alexander Brookstone Village Residential Owners Association Inc 639 Executive Place Suite 400 Fayetteville Agent: Patrick Raynor The Elsea Group LLC 3819 Goforth Dr Hope Mills Agent: Shaneka Mashack 2 KNIGHT EXPREEIONZ LLC 745 Cross Creek Mall Suite 100 Fayettevill Agent: Carlyon Knight 1Stop N' Shop LLC 6409 Morning Glory Drive Stedman Agent: Hanan Ebrahim Abdullah Saif K's Kloset LLC 260 Creek Pointe Trl Apt A Fayetteville Agent: Keiona Lessane Freedom Real Estate Management Inc. 3413 N. Main St. Hope Mills Agent: Amber L. Blackwell Fit Trip LLC 3061 N Main St Suite 105 Hope Mills Agent: Justin Newman

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NC STRIVE Conference EVENT ENCOURAGES MILITARY TALENT TO STAY LOCAL

ayetteville State University is looking for exhibitors or hiring employers for the 2022 NC STRIVE Conference on May 11 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. “This is a great opportunity catered toward veterans and spouses,” said Rob Patton, Executive Vice President of FCEDC. “There are opportunities here that will eliminate veteran unemployment, homelessness, and other issues as well.” NC STRIVE began in 2015 as a consortium of two and four-year colleges with federal and state agencies who plan, organize, and sponsor a yearly conference. The conference offers resources to veterans and educators of veterans. The mission of the NC STRIVE is to increase the awareness and knowledge of issues affecting veterans and their families as they transition to an

“thereApproximately, are 7,000

soldiers that terminate their service and about a third of those stay in the area.” Rob Patton Executive Vice President, FCEDC

academic setting. This year’s conference will feature two sections – exhibitors and hiring employers. The goal is to have over 100 vendors at the event for veteran-related, veteran-owned, health and mental health organizations. By having an event like NC

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STRIVE, an avenue is created to keep military talent in the area with local employers. “Approximately, there are 7,000 soldiers that terminate their service and about a third of those stay in the area.” Patton said. The conference will be held at the Rudolph Jones Student Center

at Fayetteville State University, and attendance is free. Attendees will include college educators and administrators, military-connected students, veterans, and military spouses. Registration is required. To learn more, visit www.strive.ncgwg.org. The deadline for registration is April 15.

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METHODIST UNIVERSITY CELEBRATES NEW FACILITY WITH RIBBON CUTTING

ethodist University recently celebrated its new, state-ofthe-art Price Fieldhouse for the softball team with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 19. The celebration of the facility is another milestone in the successful history of Methodist University's softball program, which has won eight USA South championships and six NCAA Division III national tournament appearances. The primary donors for the new facility, Don and Karen Price, were honored before the game. Other contributors to the facility included their son, Tim Price, their daughter Kim and her husband Mark Fischer,, and the Methodist University Board of Trustees Member Jay Wyatt. “We are so pleased to have the opportunity to publicly thank and recognize Don and Karen Price and the entire Price family for the generous gift that made our softball

PHOTO BY METHODIST UNIVERSITY

The new Price Fieldhouse opened on March 19.

fieldhouse possible,” said Dr. Stanley T. Wearden, President at Methodist University. “This will serve our student-athletes now and for decades to come. Their naming gift is transformative in the lives and education of our softball players.” The new facility includes two batting and pitching lanes on artificial turf inside, a lobby, offices, and

individual player cubbies for bats and other equipment. The fieldhouse is located just a few yards away from the softball field. “The feeling on our team is one of pure excitement about this facility,” said McKenzie Lanphear, a sophomore infielder for the Monarchs. “When we found out about this building in the summer, everybody's jaw

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just dropped. We’re so thankful that we’ve been given this opportunity to be able to hit, pitch, and train together regardless of the weather. Not every program has an indoor facility, let alone a facility that is this nice, so it’s definitely a blessing we have it here at Methodist.” The Price family has led the way in supporting students at Methodist University through various projects that add to the legacy and commitment to the university and the surrounding community. “This new building and others set us apart from others in our conference and in our area,” said Vice President and Director of Athletics Dave Eavenson. “We thank everyone who has donated to make this state-of-theart facility a reality. It will serve our students well for many years to come and help continue the tradition of excellence for Methodist University Athletics.”

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HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC. 2337 W Aouzon St Fort Bragg, N.C. 28307

CSG SOLUTIONS - AN AEVEX AEROSPACE COMPANY 214 Burgess St Fayetteville, N.C. 28301

PINEHURST AVIATION SERVICES 7965 Aviation Drive Carthage, N.C. 28327

LOCKHEED MARTIN

BAE SYSTEMS

GENERAL DYNAMICS

225-271 Fortress Street Pope Field, N.C. 28308

1022 Lillington Highway Spring Lake, N.C. 28390

3400 Walsh Parkway Fayetteville, N.C. 28311

SIERRA NEVADA CORPORATION

3139 Doc Bennett Road Fayetteville, N.C. 28306

PHONE WEBSITE

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# GOOGLE REVIEWS

910-436-0440 https://www.honeywell.com/

910-556-4070 http://csg-isr.com/

910-246-0349 http://www.pinehurstaviationservices.com/

N/A https://www.lockheedmartin.com/

910-960-1050 https://www.baesystems.com/

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910-864-8655 http://www.gdit.com/

910-307-0362 https://www.sncorp.com/

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THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT PEMBROKE

Thomas School of Business 14 CLASSROOMS • CAREER SERVICES CENTER • 300-SEAT AUDITORIUM INTERACTIVE MARKET-STYLE TRADING ROOM • VIDEO CONFERENCE ROOM COMPUTER LAB • SMALL AND LARGE GROUP DISCUSSION AREAS FOOD COURT • MULTIMEDIA RESOURCE ROOM

“Our new, state-of-the-art Thomas School of Business will provide our students with all the resources they need in order to succeed in the business world of today and beyond. Every facet of the building is designed with student success in mind.” Dr. Susan D. Peters - Interim Dean, School of Business

Internationally accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) Positively impacting our region by creating business and economic growth. uncp.edu/business

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