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Cumberland Fair kicks off 154th year, bringing agriculture and entertainment to Maine
CUMBERLAND, ME (WGME) - Fair season is underway across Maine, and the Cumberland Fair opened Sunday.
First in entrepreneurial excellence: FSU celebrates local businesses at inaugural Impact Awards Gala
The Entrepreneurial Impact Awards Gala provided a formal night out for Fayetteville’s business community. The event took place at the Rudolph Jones Student Center on Thursday, Sept. 10. Photo by GFBJ. Fayetteville State University (FSU) and the Fayetteville-Cumberland Regional Entrepreneur and Business HUB (FSU HUB) came together to celebrate Fayetteville’s business community. The two organizations rolled out the blue carpet at the Rudolph Jones Student Center for their inaugural Entrepreneurial Impact Awards Gala held on Thursday, Sept. 10.The gala honored outstanding entrepreneurs and business leaders who demonstrate excellence, foster growth and inspire the next generation of innovators within the FSU and broader business community.FSU HUB Director Dr. Tamara Colvin was able to highlight that this new milestone was a great way to show local success stories, not just tell.“That one-stop shop that’s across the street, we never promised that everyone would be successful, but what we did promise was access. Four years ago, we opened up an entire ecosystem: counseling, capital, contracts, connections, certifications,” shared Colvin. “I want to thank the judges who took up hard work for choosing tonight’s honorees. That’s never an easy task when the whole region is full of people worth recognizing at the HUB. We practice what we preach: Res Non Verba: Deeds, not words.” A few of the inaugural recipients of the awards shared their statements with the Greater Fayetteville Business Journal.STUDENT ENTREPRENEUR Boolean Wiring LLC, Esean Rose, owner “I am truly honored and grateful to receive the Student Entrepreneur of the Year Award. I want to thank Fayetteville State University, the judges and everyone who has supported me throughout this journey. This award represents more than recognition for where Boolean Wiring is today. To me, it represents the potential of where we are going. I am excited about growing the company, creating jobs, serving our community and building something that can have an impact far beyond Fayetteville.”VETERAN-OWNED BUSINESS SpeediPrint Inc., Dazrell Fleming, owner “I’m honored to accept the Veteran-Owned Business Award on behalf of the entire SpeediPrint team. A special thank you to Dr. Tamara Colvin for creating this opportunity through the Entrepreneurial Impact Awards, and to my mentor, Mr. Julius Cook, whose guidance during the Boots to Business program truly paid off. This recognition reflects the hard work of my staff and the trust our customers place in us every day — I’m grateful to serve this community and excited for what’s ahead.”MULTI-GENERATIONAL EXCELLENCE BJL Construction, Cleopatrice Robinson, president“This award is especially meaningful because we are more than a business — we are the continuation of a family legacy built through faith, hard work, craftsmanship, integrity and service. I gratefully acknowledge my grandfather, Deacon Benjamin “BJ” Lacy, Jr., whose example helped establish the foundation upon which our family’s entrepreneurial legacy was built. I also honor my father, the late Dr. Wilson Lacy, former president of BJL Construction. Working alongside him was both an opportunity and an education. He taught me that a business’s reputation had to be earned on every project through honesty, excellence, quality and service. As the current president, I recognize that I did not arrive at this moment alone. I stand on the shoulders of those who came before me, and I am sustained by those who continue to walk beside me.”MICRO BUSINESS Maybridge Development, LLC, Latisha Perkins, owner “I accept this award with so much pride and a whole lot of gratitude. First and foremost, I want to thank my higher power for continuing to guide me and give me the strength to keep going.When I first started this business and moved here to Fayetteville, I had no clue what I was getting myself into. This business has turned me every which way but loose, and I definitely had some moments where I was ready to just pack it up and head back to Georgia. I want to thank my Maybridge team, my village, The Hub, the FCEDC team and all the people and organizations here in Fayetteville who have believed in me and Maybridge and helped us get here.”COMMUNITY IMPACT Greater Life of Fayetteville, Georgeanna Pinckney, CEO & executive director “We are deeply honored to be recognized by FSU and the FSU HUB with the Community Impact Award presented to Greater Life of Fayetteville. I am especially grateful for this recognition because it tells us that you see what we do – and, more importantly, why we do what we do. Our commitment is to serve, empower and create meaningful opportunities for youth and families in our community. Most importantly, we give God first and foremost all the glory. We thank Him for giving us the wisdom, strength, vision and unity to continue doing this great work in our community.” SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR Crowder Trucking LLC, Carlos & Valerie Morrison Crowder, owners “I want to thank God for always keeping his hands on Crowder Trucking. I’m truly honored and grateful to receive the Small Business Award from the FSU HUB. Running a small business is not always easy. There are long days, difficult decisions, unexpected challenges and plenty of moments when you have to remind yourself why you started. But there are also incredible moments like this one that remind you that the hard work is worth it,” shared Valerie Morrison Crowder.OTHER WINNERS INCLUDE: Alumni Entrepreneur - The Two-Six Project, Grant Bennett, founder and president Fayetteville State University Faculty Award - Dr. Christy Swinson Emerging Business Award - Genuine Luxury Beauty Salon Legacy Award - Gillis Farms Inc. Industry Titan of the Year - Eaton Corporation Entrepreneur of the Year- Let Me Cater to You, Chef Judith Cage, owner
Flames engulf trailer at Cumberland County pallet business
Flames engulfed a trailer at a pallet business on Thursday, leaving the vehicle gutted.
Tuberculosis case confirmed at high school in Cumberland Co., more than 260 others possibly exposed
Officials said a case of tuberculosis was confirmed in someone at Seventy-First High School. They have identified 260 people so far who may have had close contact with the person who was infected.
Cumberland County Schools Business Operations earns Meritorious Budget Award for third consecutive year
Cumberland County Schools continues to demonstrate strong fiscal leadership as the district’s Business Operations Department has earned the 2026–2027 Meritorious Budget Award from the Association of School Business Officials International for the third consecutive year.The national recognition honors excellence in budget preparation and presentation, highlighting the department’s commitment to transparency, accountability and sound financial practices. The award is presented following a rigorous peer review by experienced school finance professionals who evaluate district budgets against nationally recognized standards.“This recognition reflects the leadership of the Cumberland County Board of Education and Superintendent Dr. Eric C. Bracy, along with the hard work of our Business Operations team,” said Jay Toland, associate superintendent of Business Operations, in a press release. “We take pride in using public funds wisely and making our budget clear and accessible so our community can see how those resources support student success.”ASBO International’s award program promotes budget documents that are comprehensive, accessible and informative for families, staff and community members.“An effective school budget is more than just numbers—it’s a vital tool for building trust and engaging the community,” said Executive Director of ASBO International Jim Rowan in a press release. “The Meritorious Budget Award recognizes districts like Cumberland County Board of Education that prioritize financial clarity and accountability.”
Adam Hendey Band makes R.I. debut at Blackstone River Theatre Saturday
CUMBERLAND – Blackstone River Theatre, 549 Broad St., will present an evening of traditional and contemporary Celtic music featuring The Adam Hendey Band on Saturday, Sept. 19, at 7 p.m.
Friday Football Fever (9/11/26)
CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) – Four weeks into the high school football season, early playoff bids were officially on the line for a handful of teams. Monticello 39, St. Teresa 20 St. Joseph-Ogden 38, Unity 23 Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond 54, Cumberland 14 Rochester 50, MacArthur 20 Fisher 48, Villa Grove-Heritage 27 Tuscola 52, Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley 0 Bloom 35, […]
Robo-Tech celebrates new chapter in business
Robo-Tech Fitness is celebrating a new chapter in its business with a new home. The physical fitness business recently moved to 2325 Cumberland Square, Bettendorf. The business celebrated its re-grand opening at its new location on Saturday, Aug. 29. The business was located at 1224 E. 37th St., Davenport, for several years. Robo-Tech offers a […]
After hazing incident, Cumberland boys soccer returns to the pitch
“All of our coaches have those conversations with our kids about how to act and appropriate boundaries,” athletic director Marty Crowley said
The Gothard Sisters kick off Blackstone River Theatre's fall season
CUMBERLAND – Blackstone River Theatre, 549 Broad St., will present an evening of contemporary Celtic music featuring The Gothard Sisters on Saturday, Sept. 12, at 8 p.m.
Cumberland County school board moves to end minority business program
Cumberland County Schools plans to repeal minority- and women-owned business contracting policies after changes included in North Carolina's budget.
Nashville family-owned business will close after over 120 years of history
After 42 years in business, a family-owned business in East Nashville is closing. Cumberland Hardware owners announced their plans on Sept. 1.
Cumberland bridge delay impacts businesses ahead of Rutabaga Festival
A bridge construction project in Cumberland that was expected to be finished this month is delayed, and business owners along the route say the wait is already costing them customers.
Americana band High Horse concludes BRT's Take It Outside Concert Series
CUMBERLAND – Blackstone River Theatre, 549 Broad St., will conclude its summer concert series with Boston-based Americana band High Horse on Sunday, Aug. 23, from 4 to 5 p.m.
Roane State inks articulation agreements with MTSU for aerospace and fire science pathways
HARRIMAN, Tenn. — Roane State and Middle Tennessee State University have signed articulation agreements partnering with Tennessee Flight Training and supporting streamlined transfer opportunities for students pursuing two of the community college’s newest offerings — aerospace and fire science. Presidents from both institutions, along with the president of Tennessee Flight Training, met at Roane State’s campus in Cumberland County on […]
Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network to host mental health panel at APSU
The Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network’s Mid-Cumberland Region will host a panel discussion at Austin Peay State University.
Cumberland business replaces resident's stolen bake stand
CUMBERLAND – A woman whose roadside bake stand was stolen from her home on Abbott Run Valley Road says that her faith in humanity was restored last week when a
Cumberland Farms completes $830m sale of Australian business
The disposal ends Cumberland Farms’ operations in Australia.
Cumberland Schools Consider Adding Two New Sports
The district could introduce women’s flag football and men’s volleyball during the 2027-28 school year.
E-bike safety; lung cancer treatment and prevention; keeping CMA Festival attendees safe; plus other stories with Vanderbilt Health sources
WKRN News 2 interviewed Jeffrey Upperman, MD, FACS, Professor and Chair of the Department of Pediatric Surgery and Surgeon-in-Chief of Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt, about e-bike related injuries following the recent death of a Brentwood High student and a proposal to require safety training before students could ride a bike on a school campus in Williamson County. Fabien Maldonado, MD, MSc,Professor of Medicine and Thoracic Surgery, was on WTVF News Channel 5‘s live studio show, “Openline,” with host Ben Hall, to discuss lung cancer, treatment and prevention. WSMV’s “Today In Nashville” program hosted Vanderbilt LifeFlight paramedic/flight nurse practitioner Tony Smith to talk about safety for the CMA Festival. The New York Times reporter Carl Zimmer interviewed James Crowe, MD, Director of the Vanderbilt Center for Antibody Therapeutics, for a story about the race to find vaccines and treatments as Ebola spreads. The Vanderbilt Health News release about the pilot clinical trial conducted by Vanderbilt Health and Cumberland Pharmaceuticals Inc., that confirms the safety of ifetroban and supports the further development of the drug to prevent cancer metastasis, was picked up by Reuters, Stock Titan,and others. Women We Admire has named Lee Ann Liska, President and Chief Operating Officer, to its list of top women leaders of Nashville for 2026. Radiology Business, Aunt Minnie, Bioengineer, and Imaging Technology News covered the study from Consuelo Wilkins, MD, MSCI, the Mildred Thornton Stahlman Professor in Rural Health and professor of Medicine in the Division of Geriatric Medicine, that found Black and Hispanic people, while known to be far more apt to have dementia, are significantly less apt than other racial and ethnic groups to show Alzheimer’s pathology on brain scans. STAT News interviewed Deva Sharma, MD, Transfusion Medicine & Hematology-Oncology, for a story about more patients requesting unvaccinated blood and what it means for the medical system at large. Yahoo! Health reporter Korin Miller interviewed Gitanjali Srivastava, MD, Director of Obesity Medicine, for a story about how semaglutide and tirzepatide compare. William Schaffner, MD, Professor of Preventive Medicine, was quoted by several news outlets about public health issues, including: NBC News (new COVID vaccinations); Medscape (pneumonia and sepsis); and CNN (protection from contagious viruses). Shelbyville Times-Gazette is repurposing Jessica Pasley’s July 2025 Vanderbilt Health News story on tick-borne illnesses as a front-page story.
Cumberland's Jha takes home fourth place in international science competition
CUMBERLAND – A 9th-grade student at Cumberland High School secured a fourth-place win at an international competition that brought together the top young science and engineering students from around the
‘Entertainment paradise’ in Cumberland County features backyard oasis with heated pool| Cool Spaces
The Hampden Township home was built in 2011 and is listed at $1.2 million.
Monday high school sports roundup: Cumberland district tournament
WISE, Va. (WJHL) – The Eastside Spartans baseball team dominated the diamond Monday night in the Cumberland district championship game. After changing host locations to the campus of UVA-Wise…
Cumberland men's health and suicide report raises concerns
The Cumberland Council report calls for a wider conversation about masculinity and health impacts.
Empowering Veterans: The 2026 Fayetteville Veterans Business Expo aims to close the opportunity gap
This is the first year of the Veteran Business Expo, and it grew out of Fayetteville PWC’s Economic Impact Program, which focuses on expanding access and opportunity in public-sector contracting while strengthening the local economy. It builds off the success of previous events held by PWC, like the 2024 Industry Day (pictured above). Photo provided by PWC. The Fayetteville Public Works Commission (PWC) will host the inaugural 2026 Veterans Business Expo on May 14 at the PWC Main Operations Complex at 955 Old Wilmington Road, seeking to connect former U.S. Military members with vital business opportunities in their community. The event, which will take place from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., is part of a partnership between PWC and the Veterans Business Outreach Center at Fayetteville State University (VBOC) and Fayetteville-Cumberland Regional Entrepreneur and Business HUB (FSU HUB).Aaron Harris, PWC’s manager of economic inclusion programs, said the event is designed to connect Veteran-owned businesses with partners and decision-makers who can help move opportunities forward.“This event brings together Veteran entrepreneurs alongside government agencies, public entities, contractors and resource partners in one place, creating a purposeful space to build relationships, exploring procurement and contracting possibilities and strengthening our region’s Veteran-owned business community,” Harris said. The Veterans Business Expo was devised to feature, highlight and facilitate direct connections and commerce. “We want to get our Veterans a platform for their businesses,” said Camille Little, the supplier diversity analyst at PWC. “Here at PWC, we have 20 departments, and we procure… I can’t tell you all the goods and services. This is our first expo. We’re looking for general contractors, electricians, landscapers, janitorial, construction suppliers, architecture, farms and engineering firms.” Little said, much like businesses in every industry, Veterans are often in need of assistance getting their foot in the door.“When Veterans are starting up, they have to know what resources are [available],” Little noted. “They have this ample amount of resources, but they need to know how to get started.” Identifying those resources and connecting Veteran business owners with opportunities and business development programs are made possible by the partnership between PWC and VBOC, Little said. The partnership has allowed the expo to flourish, she added.“There are opportunities, there are consultant workshops and different things that we partner with them for all the time,” Little said. “It’s about easing that transition because starting a business is hard. Having the dedication to continue after that first year is even harder right now.” That is why, Little said, the partnership with resources from Fayetteville State University brings decision makers to the table. “If you are a Veteran business owner, you may not know how to do business with PWC or the City of Fayetteville or FSU, or partners,” Little said. “‘Where do I get started?’ ‘How do I get contracts?’ Bringing people to an understanding and then having an opportunity like this, where you’re talking to that person who’s making the decision… that is our goal.”Those meetings between Veteran-owned businesses and other decision-makers will present a chance to showcase products and services directly to organizations seeking qualified vendors and capable partners, Harris said. Agencies and contractors, he added, can meet and engage businesses ready to support upcoming needs. Little said PWC and all of its departments, as well as the City of Fayetteville, and FSU will be on hand. Additionally, there will be procurement officers from the North Carolina Department of Public Safety. “Resource partners who support small business development will also be on hand, helping make introductions and reinforcing pathways that support growth for Veteran entrepreneurs,” Harris said.For Veteran entrepreneurs, Little said she recommends two things: an answer to “why?” and a business plan.“I would ask them, what problem are they solving with their business?” she noted. “Then I would also tell them to start making a business plan. I run into a lot of firms, and it’s like, ‘What is your plan?’ So just knowing where you want to go with your business is important.”Little said it is important to differentiate between a business that helps transition servicemembers away from the U.S. Military versus a business that Veterans consider the next chapter of their lives.“How much dedication are you going to give to this business to make it successful?” Little noted. “So I would always start with what’s your business plan.”For Harris, the event will be able to cover the needs of all types of Veteran-owned businesses.“Another important lesson is the need to meet businesses where they are,” he said. “Veteran-owned businesses are at different stages of development, so offering multiple entry points, networking, education and referrals has proven essential.”Registration information can be found at: www.eventbrite. com/e/2026-veterans-business-expo-connecting-heroes-to-opportunity-tickets-1984308563329?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Meharry students, Cumberland River Project plant trees in North Nashville
Meharry Medical School students and Root Nashville planted 50 native shade trees in North Nashville to improve health and green spaces.
Cumberland takes $100M cash deal, keeps three Phase II programs
Shareholders must approve the Apotex transaction. Cumberland keeps majority ownership in CET, with top-line systemic sclerosis data next.
Blackstone River Theatre presents Alash – masters of Tuvan throat singing
CUMBERLAND – Blackstone River Theatre, 549 Broad St., will present a rare concert by Alash – masters of Tuvan throat singing, on Saturday, April 4, in a 3 p.m. matinée.
Lawsuit claims Maine transgender sports referendum signatures are not valid
The lawsuit was filed by Jane Gilbert, Mark Sayre and Kaitlin Webber in Cumberland County Superior Court on Friday.
Trans sports referendum signatures are not valid, legal challenge argues
The lawsuit was filed last week in Cumberland County Superior Court.
Mainers to vote on whether to end transgender inclusion in school sports
Mainers will vote on the rights of trans students to access sports teams and bathrooms aligning with their gender identity this November
Wireless carrier moves store to Cumberland County shopping center
The shopping center is anchored by BJ’s Wholesale, and also includes Raising Cane’s.
Lincoln boys basketball cruises past Cumberland Friday, 58-47
Lincoln remained undefeated Friday with a 58-47 victory against Cumberland in their opening game of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Northern Rhode Island Holiday Tournament.
USA TODAY Sports unveils the 2025 ALL-USA West Football Team
Tradon Bessinger and Tony Cumberland headline the 2025 ALL-USA West Football Team.
Two new businesses set to open in Bay County with events and free food
New local Cumberland Farms and Costa Family McDonalds franchises to host grand openings. Perks? Free happy meals for a year, fried chicken samples.