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Twenty one year old artist, Caroline Merino, attributes much of her work and success to her faith. Since childhood, both art and church have been staples in her life as she moved from military base to military base with her family. Since beginning college, Merino’s work has been exhibited at several public spaces in Fayetteville. Merino also runs a ministry based business which combines art and public speaking.
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Since 2007, Cinderella’s Closet of Fayetteville has been giving prom dresses to local high schoolers at no cost. For many in the area, going to prom is cost prohibitive. Cinderella’s Closet aims to help those in need by contacting local guidance counselors to set appointments for each high school. The Closet, usually housed in a local mall, meets with individuals from each school to help them find formal attire. All the dresses are donated by local community members and organizations.
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Roland’s dance studio in Fayetteville, offers North Carolinians a unique experience—Scottish dance classes. Originally created for male warriors as a form of calisthenics, Scottish dance today is more frequently performed by female dancers. The studio, interested in expanding their offerings, reached out in 2015 to a local instructor who specialized in the dance. Fayetteville itself has a longer history of Scottish dance—a club was formed at Fayetteville High School during the 1950s to celebrate the State’s Scottish immigrants.
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Located in downtown Fayetteville, Taste of West Africa is a restaurant which showcases West African food. Isabella Effon, a Ghanaian turned North Carolinian, moved to the state in 2001. She soon became involved with Umoja Group, a local non-profit which promotes African and Caribbean heritage. After showcasing West African food at a local event, she began receiving inquiries into where patrons could purchase more. Today, the restaurant remains popular and encourages North Carolinians to try food that may be a little outside of their comfort zone.
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Black Ops Paintball, Fayetteville’s largest paintball park, opened in 2012. The park’s creator, Nate Gienger, served with the 82nd Airborne Division prior to his medical retirement. Many of the people Gienger has served with have developed health problems and poor lifestyles following an end to their service. Having been an avid paintballer in his youth, Gienger wanted to create a park that would encourage people to get outside and active. The 55 acre park hosts a number of events and caters to local businesses and individuals.
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Fayetteville resident Lexi Hasapis is a recreational yard saler who delights in finding mid-century furniture and household items. Inspired by her childhood, Hasapis is interested in goods which were made to last. To aid in her searches, Hasapis uses the Fayetteville Observer Marketplace which alerts locals to yard sales and other regional activities. Several other websites and forums are detailed in the article as are tips for buying and selling.
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Founded in 1961, the Fayetteville Model A Club was created for vintage car enthusiasts. This article details four members of the club, their collections, and what it takes to keep historic cars in working order. For each of the owners, the cars represent a unique aspect of history. Keeping them running and in shows is a way of connecting with the past. Many of these members actively show their cars in events such as the Fayetteville Dogwood Festival.
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Fayetteville filmmaker Jeremiah McLamb draws on his church, the Northwood Temple, for inspiration in his works. McLamb began writing short scripts during his childhood. This blossomed into a passion when he began filming stage productions in high school. After graduating, he started a company to produce commercial films and has since made two full length movies that tell stories of redemption and spirituality. Inspired by the mainstream acceptance of faith-based films, McLamb is confident there is a market for faith-filled cinema.
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Savages Barbershop and Hair Salon, of Fayetteville, aims to be a cut above other local barbershops. The store owner, a member of the military, wanted to create an atmosphere which invited customers back. So far, the business has been a success as many clients feel welcomed, particularly those stationed at Fort Bragg.
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This article consists of a profile of Johnny Wilson, executive director of Fayetteville Urban Ministry (FUM). FUM serves approximately 800 to 1,000 families across Cumberland County through outreach and aid. In particular, they work with at risk youth to help them stay in school and find the resources they need. Wilson himself struggled during his childhood and knows the impact that positive role models in the community can have.
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Tony Chavonne, past mayor of Fayetteville, is currently the president of the city's Downtown Alliance. Formed to rejuvenate the city's historic downtown, the Alliance organizes various community activities to foster involvement and use of historic spaces. Chavonne, himself, is interested in seeing how the city can transform to be more than a workplace by incorporating arts, sporting events, and entertainment into local businesses.
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(NoCar F 264.T3 W4), Vol. Issue , September/October 2016,
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This article discusses religious art which can be found in sacred spaces around Fayetteville, North Carolina. The author visited various holy spaces and documented some of the art which remains pertinent to those in the congregation.
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The non-profit organization Operation Inasmuch of Fayetteville hosts an annual fundraiser. The event, called Bread ‘n Bowls, raises money to help feed the local community. Several local potters donate un-finished clay bowls which are then decorated by community members involved with Operation Inasmuch. The bowls are used as dinnerware at the event where attendees can eat with the community. Attendees can take home the bowl as a memory of the event and to raise awareness for the organization.
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Sustainable Neighbors was founded by Fayetteville resident Marsha Howe to increase local food security. Many of the foods sold in grocery stores travel long distances which compromises nutritional quality. Howe created the organization to train people in home gardening and soil enrichment. Their goal is to give local community members the tools to grow their own food and have a healthier diet. To meet these aims, Sustainable Neighbors has partnered with several other organizations.
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Campus Kitchens is a program created by students at Fayetteville State University to help those in need. Working with local dining halls, grocery stores, and restaurants, Campus Kitchens collects surplus edible food that would otherwise be thrown away. The food is repurposed into meals for children and preschoolers at the Early Childhood Learning Center.
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