CityView Magazine

2 September 2023 COLUMNS Editor's Corner: Bobby Parker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Someday You'll Thank Me: Mar y Zahran . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Family Matters: Claire Mullen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Good Reads: Diane Parfitt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 The To-Do List: Your go-to spot for local events . . . . . . . . . . 42 Seen @ the Scene: A look at who was out and about . . . . . . 44 SEPTEMBER 2023 On the cover: Yasmin Perry, Aaryn Wilkins and Miah Matthews were among the 41 middle and high school students who participated in the second annual Aviation Career Education Academy at Fayetteville Regional Airport. The program gives students an introduction to aviation and aerospace career paths, allowing them to experience piloting a plane. Gary Mangum writes about dreams taking flight. Photo by Tony Wooten 30 Gift of life A frequent blood donor talks about the importance of donating. 32 The lure of the lake Fall transforms Hope Mills Lake as seasonal colors and quiet reflection make it a gathering place for a close-knit community. 29 Celebrating heritage The 45th International Folk Festival will celebrate with music, dance, food and cultural pride. 26 A solemn tradition The Field of Honor has become a moving way for the Fayetteville community to pay tribute to the free and the brave. 18 Team spirit The McKenzie family is a mix of four biological children and eight internationals by adoption who are best friends at home and on the playing field. 24 Young Professionals Profiles 10 10 16 The sk y's the limit The Aviation Career Education Academy is a pet project for Fayetteville Regional Airport Director Toney Coleman.

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