June 21, 2026
News
No property tax increase: BOMA approves annual budget and tax rate
By Wanda Southerland The Fayetteville Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved an ordinance adopting its fiscal year 2027 budget and tax rate following a public hearing held prior to the…
Spanning the Years
25 years ago June 13, 2001 COX SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT - Joe Cummins IV accepts the Donna Cox Memorial Scholarship. On hand were Mike Russell from Motlow College and Donna and Jimmy Cox.
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.
Paul Henry photo
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.
Laurie Caruso photo