October 14, 2026
Local News
Candidates for City of Fayetteville mayor participate in forum
The two candidates running for Fayetteville’s next mayor participated in the Oct. 7 candidate forum sponsored by The Elk Valley Times and Elk River Media at the city municipal building. Incumbent Donna Hartman is seeking reelection to another four-year term, while Mark Clark is running for mayor, having previously served as alderman and mayor from 1994-1998 and 19982002, respectively.
Aldermen candidates Britt, Harry and Small answer first round of forum questions
Six of the seven candidates vying for Fayetteville’s three aldermen seats participated in a Q&A forum presented last week by Elk Valley Times and Elk River Media at the Municipal Building. Kim Albright, WYTM newsman, served as moderator.
Aldermen candidates Jacobus, King and Whisenant answer second round of forum questions
Three aldermen candidates participated in the second round of the Q&A forum presented last week by the Elk Valley Times and Elk River Media at Fayetteville’s municipal building. Three of the six aldermen seats are elected every two years. Seven candidates qualifi ed to be on the Nov. 3 ballot.
Early voting for Nov. 3 election begins Oct. 14
E arly voting for the Nov. 3 state and federal general election, City of Ardmore and Fayetteville municipal elections begins Thursday, Oct. 14 and continues through Thursday, Oct. 29.
60th Toy Drive dedicated to Collins’ memory
LUCY CARTER WILLIAMS Correspondent The 60th annual Lincoln County Toy Drive is being dedicated to the memory of Joseph C. (Joe) Collins, The Elk Valley… Login to continue reading Login…
Heather McCormick named executive director of Main Street
Heather McCormick has been named executive director of Fayetteville Main Street effective Oct. 1.