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New Development Activity in the area

invalid@example.com (jesse82nc) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:47:21 +0000

I plan to update this thread with new developments as the info becomes available. I will update each post with any additional info in the future (as long as it allows me to edit it). I will also try to always post a Google Maps link to the approximate location for reference.

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The town of Clayton is considering recently filed plans for a new mixed-use destination,...

New Development Activity in the area

Benson Financial issues

invalid@example.com (markfnc) — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:13:55 +0000

Town Of Benson Facing Serious Financial Issues | JoCo Report

And we are back!

invalid@example.com (jesse82nc) — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 12:49:23 +0000

That was a long outage.

In other news, it appears that T-Fiber is having a large outage today across NC

Today's Wow did I just see that?

invalid@example.com (Hught) — Wed, 03 Jun 2026 11:29:30 +0000

http://www.sciencefriday.com/videos/watch/10397

Sorry, but the link is no longer working

NC 242 AND I95 exit 79 bridge CLOSED due to roundabout

invalid@example.com (panthersdude2001) — Tue, 02 Jun 2026 14:46:10 +0000

FROM http://www.townofbenson.com/CivicAlerts.asp?AID=681
Update: Contract crews this week began doing some of the rehabilitation work, such as removing the barrier rails and sidewalk, on the N.C. 50 bridge while the outside lanes have remained closed to get a jump-start on the major work described below that will begin when the bridge fully closes starting May 28. The southbound off-ramp reopened today.

Below is a revised release initially sent May 13.

BENSON – As work...

NC 242 AND I95 exit 79 bridge CLOSED due to roundabout

Mobil Vet

invalid@example.com (Rockyv58) — Sun, 31 May 2026 15:30:33 +0000

Does anyone know of a mobil vet local to the 40/42 area? I need rabies shots for three of my cats. TIA

BREAKING: On The Border in Fayetteville closes doors!

invalid@example.com (panthersdude2001) — Sat, 16 May 2026 14:47:41 +0000

Per email I got from OTB
Our Fayetteville location is now Permanently Closed.

On The Border

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