Up and Coming Weekly is a weekly publication in Fayetteville, NC and Fort Bragg, NC area offering local news, views, arts, entertainment and community event and business information.
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SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 UCW 55 Best of Fayetteville Best Employment Agency Express Employment Professionals 894-E Elm Street 910-437-5959 or www.expresspros.com/fayettevilleNC The Fayetteville office, started in 1997 by Dick and Norma Loase, has been fulfilling the vision to empower associates with the ability to improve their qual- ity of life by connecting them with the best employers possible, so they can con- tinue to be a vital part of the community in which they live and serve. "We believe that it is important to make our community better any way we can. We do that by not only helping our associates improve their lives, and help- ing our clients improve their businesses, but also by giving back to our commu- nity in other ways," current owner Brad Loase explained. Best Event Venue The Crown Complex 1960 Coliseum Drive 910-438-4100 or www.crowncomplexnc.com Located in the heart of Cumberland County, the Crown Complex is a state- of-the-art, five-venue complex comprised of a 4,500-seat arena, a 9,200-square foot ballroom, a 10,880- seat coliseum, an exposition center with 60,000 square feet of unobstructed space and a 2,440- seat theatre. Managed by OVG360, the Complex is home to the Fayetteville Marksmen hockey team (SPHL) and Fayetteville Fury indoor soccer team (NISL). It hosts a variety of other sporting events, family shows, concerts and spe- cial productions year-round. The flagship venue of the Crown Complex, the Coliseum, opened in October of 1997 and has continued to set records. This versatile facility contains an ice floor for hockey and ice shows. It easily converts into the ideal venue for world-class concerts, sporting events, and other perfor- mances. The Crown Expo Center is designed as a full-service, multi-purpose exhibit and meeting facility. The Expo boasts 60,000 square feet of unobstructed event space, which can adjust in size to meet any client's needs. The Crown Arena has the capability to meet the needs of a wide range of activities, including catered functions, exhibitions, banquets, rodeos, circuses, basketball, wrestling, concerts and other sporting events. Best Florist Always Flowers by Crenshaw 107 Westwood Shopping Center 910-867-2900 or www.alwaysflowersfayetteville.nc Custom and styl- ized floral designs are the hallmark of Always Flowers by Crenshaw. The company has been open 31 years and not only offers reliable, same-day delivery throughout the Fayetteville area, but is also part of a national network of depend- able florists capable of the same level of care nationwide. The bouquets never come boxed. Instead, a staff member personally delivers your arrangement straight to your door. One of Fayetteville's leading florists, Crenshaw offers locally crafted bouquets for every occasion. Whether it's an important anni- versary, Mother's Day, something to express sympathy or to offer condolences at a funeral, Crenshaw knows how to show that you care with an appropriate arrangement. With over 100 years of combined experience, owners Jim and Pat Crenshaw and the expert staff can find the perfect arrangement for you. Orders can be eas- ily placed over the phone or by visiting the Crenshaw website, where you can browse pictures of popular options. If you're looking for bouquets of flowers that are both beautiful and budget- friendly, look no further than Always Flowers by Crenshaw. Contributing Writers Wanted Join the Up & Coming team Use your creative talents to promote community events (people, concerts, theater, festivals, sports, etc.) Basic writing and interviewing skills needed Intern opportunities available for college students Contact editor@upandcomingweekly.com (910) 484-6200