WELCOME TO METROPOLITAN FAYETTEVILLE
 
The exciting city of Fayetteville continues to grow and expand by combining an international perspective of progress with the genteel atmosphere of the Old South. One of the top five most diverse cities in the nation, Fayetteville is justly proud of its rich history. Offering easy access to Interstate 95, Fayetteville is nestled between the cloud-clad Appalachian Mountains and the white-sand beaches of the Atlantic Ocean. The city is situated near the Sandhills in the western coastal plain region on the Cape Fear River. Some of the important suburban areas of the Fayetteville metropolitan region include Hope Mills, Spring Lake, and Raeford. Newcomers will discover a mild year-round climate, major urban amenities, small-town charm, and the cooperative attitude that has earned Fayetteville the coveted “All American City” award.

Fayetteville and Cumberland County have emerged as the economic growth epicenter for southeastern North Carolina. The outstanding labor force, ideal geographic location, and benefits like the nationally recognized technical education program at Fayetteville Community College are all factors that positively affect the regional economy. The powerful presence of Pope Air Force Base and Fort Bragg, the world’s largest military installation, is a point of pride for the Fayetteville metropolitan area and a major driver of the regional economy. Just 12 miles northwest of the city, Fort Bragg is a community in itself with homes, schools, healthcare facilities, entertainment centers, and a shopping mall.

Services
State-of-the-art healthcare services and facilities in Metro Fayetteville are anchored by well-managed major health systems like the Cape Fear Valley Health System. The cluster of facilities is anchored by the Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, a 447-bed hospital with specialized units like The Heart Center and The Cancer Center. A separate hospital for behavioral treatment and the Southeastern Regional Rehabilitation Center provide dedicated care and appropriate therapies. In addition to the smaller acute-care Highsmith-Rainey Memorial Hospital, Cape Fear Valley Health operates a number of physician offices and an impressive 65,000-square-foot wellness center with a medical emphasis. Classes for expectant parents, nutrition counseling, fitness advice, health screenings, blood drives, and other programs are all part of the system’s community outreach.

Progressive, well-supported educational facilities ensure quality public and private schools on every academic level. From preschool through graduate school, this region offers easy access to well-managed learning environments. Fayetteville Technical Community College underlines the opportunities for a higher education close to home. Students of all ages can affordably launch a four-year degree, complete two-year certifications or degree programs in a variety of exciting fields, learn new skills, or take continuing education courses. The four-year regional public institution is Fayetteville State University, offering a variety of degree programs on undergraduate and graduate levels including a doctoral degree in educational leadership. The private college of Methodist University is one of the fastest growing institutions in the Southeast, essentially doubling its enrollment since 1990. More than a dozen new buildings have sprung up across the campus in the past 15 years, including a modern fitness center.
 
 
Lifestyle
Newcomers to Metropolitan Fayetteville will discover a community of history, heroes, and a hometown feeling. The charming historic downtown district serves as a focal point of community spirit, home to a rich legacy of grand old architecture and structures that date back to the 1800s. Downtown serves as a backdrop for a kaleidoscope of celebrations and festivals, from the International Folk Festival to Glory Days or the Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball. The Fayetteville Museum of Art showcases world-class art exhibits, educational programs, concerts, and special events. For an eclectic lineup of entertainment, the Crown Center hosts concerts, sporting events, family shows, and theatrical productions. The exquisite strains of the Fayetteville Symphony Orchestra can be heard in a number of venues around the metropolitan area, while the North Carolina Symphony based in Raleigh performs several concerts in Fayetteville each year.

Metropolitan Fayetteville offers a variety of attractions that appeal to every age group and interest, from movie theaters and amusement centers to theatre and fine art. Off-Broadway productions please audiences at the Cape Fear Regional Theatre, while the Cleland Multipurpose Sports Complex showcases arena football or a rock concert. The local public university offers a wonderful planetarium and the Rosenthal Art Gallery in addition to musical and theatric performances. Historic sites are scattered across the region, crowned by such outstanding examples as the Mallet Rogers House, built in 1830 and restored in 1986 to house exhibits of fine art from Methodist College faculty and students. The national landmark known as Market House was an early center of government and commerce, with upper offices and lower-level stalls for vendors. The strikingly unique design of the 1832 Market House has endured through the decades as a distinctive symbol for the city.

Recreational amenities are outstanding, ensuring opportunities for outdoor adventures as well as year-round enjoyment of well-managed community and recreation centers. Lush state parks combine with nature centers, lovely gardens, water attractions, and miles of hiking trails to support a wide range of sports and activities. The Cleland Multipurpose Sports Complex at Ft. Bragg offers year round ice skating, youth sports and provides affordable and constructive family leisure activities. The housing choices in Metropolitan Fayetteville are as attractive and diverse as the communities that dot the landscape. Stately old farm houses, equestrian properties, spacious country lots, cozy urban neighborhoods, historic districts, family-oriented subdivisions, custom-home enclaves, and handsome multi-family complexes are all available. Regardless of where you choose to settle in Greater Fayetteville, you’ll discover an enviable quality of life that seems to grow richer with every passing year.

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