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14 SEPTEMBER 19-25, 2018 Best of Fayetteville NIGHT LIFE MEDIA MEDIA Best Venue/Club for Live Music Drunk Horse Pub 106 S. Eastern Blvd. 910-835-8347 or www.facebook.com/TheDrunkHorsePub Owners Pawley and Heather Thomas say the most important part of their business is provid- ing a venue for live music. That is why they decided to try again after a fire destroyed the original Drunk Horse Pub in 2014. With encouragement from a number of loyal customers, they relocated and rebuilt, and the result is even better than they imagined. The Drunk Horse Pub continues to provide exposure to great local bands and also brings national acts to local audiences. And its loyal customer base keeps growing. Customers can drop by to take advantage of routine drink specials, play pool and mingle – all while enjoying one of the best sound systems in town. The Drunk Horse Pub is open until 2 a.m. Monday through Saturday. Be sure to follow its Facebook page to find out about special events. Best Local Musician/Band Rivermist 910-797-7140 or www.rivermistband.com Rivermist has been a popular lo- cal band since forming in 2014, but its members have performed in the area for more than 20 years. The musicians are Greg Adair, drums and backing vocals; Tony Harrison, bass; Allen Pier, lead and backing vocals/keyboard; Doug Bass, keyboard/lead and backing vocals; and Cliff Bender, lead guitar. In recent years, the bandmates have adjusted their show to come up with the current award-winning lineup that includes covers of everything from the Eagles, Journey, Styx, and Earth, Wind & Fire to Vince Gill, Chris Stapleton, Maroon 5 and Bruno Mars. With music that offers a little something for everyone, the group has built an impressive following. In addition to playing local events like Fayetteville After 5 and the Dogwood Festival, Rivermist plays concert series and festivals along the East Coast. The band is already booking shows into late 2019. Best Night Club Overall AQUA Lounge & Night Club 3041 N. Main St., Hope Mills 910-835-3118 or www.facebook.com/AQUANiteClub If you want to enjoy an evening out with friends to have a few drinks and perhaps hit the dance floor, visit AQUA Night Club. Owners Javier Ortiz and Alex Constas strive to provide an upscale, elegant and safe en- vironment for all patrons. Ortiz and Con- stas have been in business for four years. General Manager Erick Martinez and the staff work to ensure that everyone visiting the multi-level club has a safe and enjoyable experience. The club offers a diverse style of music, including dance music, Latin music, hip hop and other popular styles. AQUA has a full bar with a large beer selection, and there are VIP areas with bottle service. Thank You for Voting Us BEST 3200 CLIFFDALE ROAD • FAYETTEVILLE, NC 28303 910-868-5131 • 910-868-7351 (FAX) | www.fayacademy.org Fayetteville Academy is an independent, college preparatory school that offers Pre-K — 12th grade students a personalized education that prepares them for success in school and life. Fayetteville Academy admits qualified students and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, or religion in the administration of admissions, educational policies, financial aid, athletic programs, or other activities Private School Thank You For Voting Us Best Thrift Store! A DIFFERENT KIND OF THRIFT SHOP EXPERIENCE! Furniture, Appliances, Office Furniture, Home Decor and Much More! 810 Bragg Blvd., Fayetteville, NC 28301 • www.nearlynewthriftshop.com MON - SAT 9:30AM - 5:30PM NEW & USED Merchandise ALMOST EVERY THING OF VALUE