June 19th, 1865, aka "Juneteenth," commemorates the end of slavery in the United States when news officially reached Galveston, Texas. It serves as a day of remembrance, reflection, and celebration of African American culture, resilience, and societal contributions. Honor the progress of Black…
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Tourism is an industry that strengthens our economy and connects our country. During National Travel and Tourism Week, we celebrate the industry's critical role in powering our nation's economy, communities, and connections. A passionate arts community, hidden treasures to explore, and a thriving…
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Memorial Day is the day the United States remembers and honors our veterans who died in service to our country, and the weekend is the unofficial start of summer. Spend your long weekend in Fayetteville and explore some of our favorite veteran-owned businesses and pay tribute to those who sacrificed…
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Did you know Fayetteville, NC, has the 2nd highest percentage of Black-Owned businesses in the United States? Or that African Americans have had a steep history of entrepreneurship in the community since the early 1800s? The Cumberland County "African American Heritage Trail" highlights many of the…
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5 Reasons to Visit Fayetteville in the Spring It's that time of year we all start to get cabin fever, and Fayetteville starts blooming! Colorful flowers will make their debut, restaurant patios will start getting full on the downtown streets, and cheers will be heard from Segra Stadium as the…
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Doing things without four wheels can be liberating! It’s great living or visiting a city because of all the things to see, things to do, and places to eat. And there are ways to do it without having to rent or own motorized transportation. Some city dwellers actually choose to go carless in…
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It’s a New Year, so the New You is probably ready to try something new and exciting. Don’t fret, because there is always something to do in Fayetteville! You just need to know where to look! Here is DistiNCtly Fayetteville’s short list of what’s going on in January: Fayetteville Marksmen Hockey…
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Winter officially begins Dec. 21 st , and we’re ready for all the season has to offer! Check out some of our top activities for the cold weather. Outdoor Adventures Enjoy the crisp winter air on a stroll through one of Fayetteville’s many parks. J. Bayard Clark Park & Nature Center, Rowan Park…
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The temperature is rising, summertime is upon us, and everyone’s itching to be outside—so what’s there to do? Here are our top 4 picks for fun in Fayetteville this June. The Army is turning 247 years old on June 14…
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5 Reasons to Visit Fayetteville in the Spring It’s that time of year we have all been waiting for—when colorful flowers start making their debut, when the days get longer, when the sun shines, and the temperature starts warming up. The time that we all start to get spring fever, and Fayetteville…
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