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MAYBE YOU DIDN'T KNOW... Capitol Encore Academy, a public charter school in downtown Fayetteville, was once the site of an iconic shopping venue. The Capitol Department Store closed in 1990 after being founded in 1912 by the Stein family. A shopping trip to The Capitol was regarded as a treat that called for dressing up and having lunch at The Birdcage restaurant. – Kim Hasty FAYETTEVILLE RANKS HIGH as a shopping destination for those who live in the area and for many others who make their homes in the surrounding region. It's not only during the holidays, either. Fayetteville's Primary Source Fayetteville's Primary Source for Pre-Owned Imports for Pre-Owned Imports 910.323.4800 DAX'S DEALS 3618 Sycamore Dairy Road 3618 Sycamore Dairy Road Fayetteville, NC 28303 Fayetteville, NC 28303 www.daxsdealsinc.com www.daxsdealsinc.com B esides the centerpiece Cross Creek Mall, perhaps the most attractive part of the city for shoppers lies along the Skibo Road retail corridor. This fast-growing commercial retail sector serves as home to, among others, Cross Creek Plaza, Cross Pointe Center, Skibo Marketplace, Fayetteville Pavilion, the Marketfair Shopping Center and Freedom Town Center. A 49-acre shopping pavilion, the Freedom Town Center, has continued to add stores, restaurants and businesses over the years at the corner of Skibo and Cliffdale roads. "It's a new spot. A lot of selections to choose from," Rafael Llamas, the 21-year-old manager of Fabe's Charcoal Roasting Co., said of the sprawling shopping complex. "Great service. The environment is nice, and there's delicious food." The center, which first opened in September 2017, is home to a strong selection of shops, including Dick's, Field & Stream, Cost Plus World Market and Sprouts Farmers Market. The roadways and parking lot areas off the primary Freedom Parkway Drive can be a little tricky, so take your time and drive carefully. The Freedom Town Center is at 2712 Freedom Parkway Drive. Freedom Town Center 33 DestinationFAY 2021-2022

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