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September 14, 2021

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WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM SEPTEMBER 15-21, 2021 UCW 9 Across Cumberland County Schools there are more than 4,600 employees in the classroom who are dedicated to helping students succeed. To support teachers and help those who are inter- ested in seeking leadership opportunities, CCS is beginning its third year of CCS Talent Path- ways. e pathway, which is part of the district's strategic plan, will offer fully licensed teachers an opportunity to acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to assume leadership roles. Employees can choose to begin preparations to become assistant principals, instructional coaches, national board-certified instructors, or impact instruction through the Instructional As- sistants Pathway. "We have an amazing staff in our district who are positively impacting our students every day," said Dr. eresa Perry, director of Professional Development. "rough this initiative, we are offering them a chance to reach beyond the classroom and impact even more students and educators throughout the district." 25 years since Hurricane Fran hit NC is month is the 25th anniversary of Hurricane Fran, the 3rd most powerful storm to strike North Carolina since record keeping began. In 1954, Hurricane Hazel set the standard by which others have been compared. Hurricane Fran formed from a tropical wave that emerged from the west coast of Africa in mid-August of 1996. In early September, the category 3 hurricane struck North Carolina near Cape Fear. e Tar Heel state got the worst of the storm, and therefore experienced the worst of the damage. e highest wind gust of 137 mph occurred at Wilmington. e Kure Beach Pier was destroyed along with the Emerald Isle fishing pier. Storm surge in North Topsail Beach created a 100-foot-wide inlet. Swansboro and New Bern experienced 10 feet of storm surge, causing many waterfront businesses to be de- stroyed. Fran remained at hurricane strength as it moved inland. e eye of the storm passed over Clinton, 30 miles east of Fayetteville. Raleigh and Fayetteville each reported wind gusts of up to 79 mph. According to Associated Press reports, Fran was responsible for 37 deaths. Most of the deaths were caused by flash flooding in the Carolinas, Virginia, West Virginia and Pennsylvania. Of those deaths, 21were in North Carolina. Wind damage and power outages were widespread. Rainfall exceeding 7 inches caused flooding along the Cape Fear River. Fran caused an estimated $2.4 billion in damage in 1996 dollars, or about $3.65 billion today. Clear the shelter event ends Sept. 18 Cumberland County Animal Services is par- ticipating in the nationwide "Clear the Shelters" event from Sept. 13-18. During this week, adoption fees will be waived for all shel- ter pets. e shelter is located at 4704 Corporation Drive in Fayetteville and will be open for adoptions from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 1-5 p.m. on Saturday. Adopters must have a photo ID and be at least 18 years old. All adoptions will be on a first-come, first-served basis and up to two pets can be adopted per household. Trojan Fit Color Run set for Sept. 25 Fayetteville Technical Community College Foundation is hosting the 2nd annual Trojan Fit 5K Color Run/Walk on Sept. 25. It is sure to be a fun event for all — whether they are a serious runner or a casual walker. Run or walk across FTCC's beautiful college campus and explore the Camellia Trails, fountains and the Rose Garden. e optional rainbow color powder adds extra fun and happiness. ere will be two routes available — a 5K run and a fun walk which is appropriate for families with strollers. Individual registration is $35 per person. To reg- ister for the event visit: https://runsignup.com/ Race/NC/Fayetteville/FTCCTrojan5KRunWalk Proceeds from the run will benefit student scholarships at FTCC. For more information, visit https://www.faytechcc.edu/foundation-events/. Libraries no longer charge late fees Cumberland County Public Libraries no longer charge late fees for overdue items like books and DVDs. e library will also not charge for long overdue or lost fees on these items. e goal is to increase access to library services for previously blocked customers, particularly young borrowers. e change does not include laptops, hotspots or Playaway Launchpads. e library system charged $.20 per day per item with a maximum of $5 per item charged. Borrowers were blocked from checking out ma- terials if they had $10 in late fees. Approximately one-third of library card accounts are inactive, with fees preventing those cardholders from us- ing library resources. Public Library Director Faith Phillips requested the change to the County Board of Commission- ers, who approved dismissing charges in their Au- gust meeting. Phillips told the board that library systems that have gone late-fee free have experi- enced a huge return of customers, broken down barriers to access, increased the community members they serve, experienced a huge amount of good will within the community, ensured their practices meet industry standards and been fis- cally responsible. Phillips estimated that late fees generate about $33,600 a year in revenue for the library system and that the County could recoup that funding by no longer paying a collection agency to recover lost materials and by seeking grant opportunities. September is National Library Card Sign Up Month and Cumberland County Public Library is inviting all residents to join the library. is card will give you access to technology, resources and services to help encourage expression, enlighten- ment and exploration. For more information about signing up for a library card, returning long overdue items, or in- person and virtual programs at the library, please visit cumberlandcountync.gov/library and follow them on social media. County initiative offers teachers leadership opportunities by JEFF THOMPSON NEWS DIGEST JEFF THOMPSON, Reporter. COMMENTS? Editor@upandcom- ingweekly.com. 910-484-6200.

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