City Update

In this City Update get all the updates about the upcoming International Folk Festival. Antonio Renteria from the Arts Council is our guest.

In this episode of City Update, Sgt. Alpha Caldwell from the Fayetteville Police Department shares some back-to-school safety tips.

The City's Economic & Community Development department offers workshops designed for first-time homebuyers, Participants will gain an understanding of the entire home buying process, including budgeting for homeownership, shopping for a home, obtaining a mortgage, closing procedures, and the responsibilities of maintaining the home after purchase. The homebuyer workshops are conducted by Kingdom Community Development Corporation and are offered every fourth Saturday of the month at Fayetteville Technical Community College. Residents who participate have completed the pre-requisite for down payment assistance and may apply after selecting a lender, getting pre-approved for a mortgage, and finding a home.

City Update- In this City Update, learn about the Cape Fear CERT Summer Academy that is introducing local teens to a career in public safety as well training them to be a member of the Cape Fear Community Emergency Response Team. Teens interested in participating in the next CERT Academy at the end of July of 2022, email [email protected]

Fayetteville After 5, Fourth Friday, Juneteenth Celebration and the Independence Day Concert and celebration is coming to downtown Fayetteville this summer. Learn more about what you can expect in this City Update. Be sure to visit www.theDogwoodFestival.com and www.VisitDowntownFayetteville.com for more information about these upcoming events.

In this City Update, learn more about Aviation Career Education Academy being offered this summer for free at the Fayetteville Regional Airport. Learn more at https://www.flyfay.com/AceAcademy

Hurricane Season begins on June 1st and if you don't have your emergency supply kit ready, now is the time!

In this city Update, Scott Bullard, Emergency Management Coordinator with Fayetteville Fire Department, shares tips and information that will help you be prepared. For storm information, updates, and links for resources, visit FayettevilleNC.gov/Storm.

Cool Spring Downtown District and the City of Fayetteville announce the inaugural Juneteenth Jubilee and Praise Party in the Park – A Juneteenth Celebration.

This two-day downtown celebration will kick off in the heart of downtown on Sat., June 18, 2022, with a full-day street festival featuring multiple nationally touring headliners, local musical acts, other performances, food trucks, small-business and corporate vendors, artists and artisans, and more.

Fayetteville-Cumberland Parks and Recreation has plenty of activities to keep your kids active this summer. Learn about the variety of summer camps available in this episode of City Update. For information about all the programs and activities offered, visit www.FCPR.us

The Fayetteville Dogwood Festival is back in full force! Plenty of entertainment and activities for the entire family. Come out April 22-24 - Downtown Fayetteville.