June 24, 2026
Local News
McDonald’s resignation as Petersburg alderman leaves board vacancy
Randy McDonald announced his resignation as alderman for the Town of Petersburg effective June 2, 2026, saying he looks forward to seeing everyone on the non-political side of life and at Petersburg’s many community events.
Commissioners receive possible land use plan for county
The Lincoln County Commission has received a possible land use plan for the county as they work toward a growth plan amendment that will be part of the county’s overall comprehensive plan.
Fayetteville’s annual Fourth of July celebration is June 27
As America is celebrating its 250th birthday this year, the City of Fayetteville’s Fourth of July celebration will be held Saturday, June 27 at Don Davidson Park. Sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department, the event gets underway at 4:30 p.m. Fireworks will shoot off around 9 p.m.
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William ‘Ed’ Simms steps down as Lincoln County attorney
William “Ed” Simms is seated in the office of his private law practice on Main Avenue North where he will continue serving clients. Simms began serving as the County Attorney for Lincoln County 24 years ago and stepped down from that position on May 31.
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FPU explains water billing concerns following system transition for Petersburg
Residents in the -Petersburg community are voicing concerns over unusually high water bills following the recent merger of the Petersburg Water System and Fayetteville Public Utilities (FPU).
Commission does not pass zoning amendment
The Lincoln County Commission voted not to pass a proposed zoning amendment concerning “Home Occupation in an Accessory Structure” with standards to the Lincoln County Zoning Resolution during last Tuesday’s meeting. The proposed zoning was part of File# ZR 2026-3. A report was created by Lincoln County Planning and Zoning on April 2,2026, and was recommended for approval by the Lincoln County Planning Commission on April 6, 2026.
Commission votes to not allow data centers in county
Data centers and their impact on communities have been widely discussed in counties, cities and towns across the region in the past several weeks.