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Give Mary Ann Seeger one word and there's a good chance she'll turn it into a story. For more than thirty years, Mary Ann has been creating stories for children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Her unusual method is wonderfully simple: ask a child for a word, learn a little about that child, and then let her imagination take over. Now those stories are becoming books through her Silver Fox Series.In this conversation with Dan DeBruler, Mary Ann shares how decades of storytelling finally became a publishing adventure, where characters like Bobo the chicken and a purple fox come from, and what it's like to hand a child a published book inspired by their own idea. Mary Ann also shares details about her September 26 book signing at Barnes & Noble in Fayetteville—and issues a challenge to young readers who think they can come up with a word she can't turn into a story. Her answer? “Yes, I can.”

Dan welcomes Lamont Hinson of Fayetteville's Public Works Commission for practical tips on water conservation, hurricane readiness, and a look at the upcoming Power & Water Expo and Public Works Art Exhibition. On this community segment, Dan welcomes Lamont Hinson of Fayetteville's Public Works Commission (PWC) with a roundup of practical, neighborly information every Cumberland County resident can use this summer. Lamont walks listeners through PWC's year-round odd/even watering schedule, smart tips for watering wisely (skip the wind, skip the rain, skip the noonday sun), and the importance of preparing a 72-hour emergency kit as hurricane season ramps up June through November. He also unveils the brand-new 2026 Storm Preparation Guide and reminds listeners to bookmark PWC's online electric outage map for real-time updates. Plus — save the date for the Power & Water Conservation Expo on June 26 at the Bordeaux Public Library, and stroll through the 21st annual Public Works Art Exhibition at the Arts Council on Hay Street through July 5. A great example of a hometown utility serving its neighbors well. Bet frre tips at https://FayPWC.com

In this edition of Community Spotlight, WCLN’s Dan DeBruler speaks with Lamont Hinson from Fayetteville’s Public Works Commission, sharing updates on PWC’s “Time of Use” summer rates, community internships, and conservation events coming soon. Hinson explains how customers can save on summer energy bills by shifting power use outside the 3 PM – 6 PM peak window, and he highlights paid internship opportunities for college and high‑school students through the ICON program. You’ll also hear about PWC’s environmental partnerships, Earth Day initiatives, and a June 26 Conservation Expo — all part of PWC’s commitment to serve, educate, and empower the Fayetteville community.. Time‑of‑Use Tip: Avoid high‑use hours (3 – 6 PM) for up to 35 % savings.Smart Home Savings: Use programmable thermostats and ceiling fans; small changes add up.Internship Opportunities: Paid summer programs for college students and the Cumberland County ICON Program for high‑schoolers.Community Events:June 26 Conservation Expo at the Downtown Cumberland County LibraryNorth Carolina Lineworker Appreciation Day – April 8Earth Day 2026 – April 22Stay Connected: Visit faypwc.com for energy tips and event details.

Fayetteville PWC’s Lamont Hinson joins Dan DeBruler to talk about how the community’s utility provider is helping neighbors use power and water wisely—without waste. Quarterly PWC Expos begin March 27 (11 AM–3 PM) at the North Regional Library (855 McArthur Road), focusing this time on water conservation and quality. Free giveaways, tips, and demonstrations will show how small actions—like checking leaks or trimming shower time—can yield big savings.Community Action Alert: Learn how the Fuquay‑Varina interbasin water‑transfer request could affect Fayetteville’s water supply and how to make your voice heard at faypwc.com.Celebrate 25 straight years of the Safe Drinking Water award from the American Water Works Association—an achievement powered by dedicated PWC employees who use the same water they serve.And with Lineworker Appreciation Month on the horizon, Lamont reminds us to thank the crews who keep our homes and neighborhoods powered in every season.From reliability and safety to stewardship and service, PWC continues to help Fayetteville families save money and conserve vital resources.

Winter can test our infrastructure, but in Fayetteville, teamwork keeps the lights on and the water safe.In this episode, Lamont Hinson from Fayetteville’s PWC joins Dan DeBruler to spotlight the crews who brave freezing temperatures to maintain reliable water and electric service. The conversation covers: How PWC handles snow, ice, and emergency service callsThe Mutual Aid Network that connects public power providers across countiesMarch’s Annual Water Treatment Changeover — what residents may notice and why it mattersThe Inter‑Basin Transfer Request — how it could affect Cumberland County’s long‑term water supplyPWC’s Water and Wastewater System of the Year honors for exceptional serviceA highlight of PWC CEO Tim Bryant during Black History MonthLamont encourages listeners to stay informed and involved by visiting faypwc.com — where resources, contact information, and petition links on the water issue are available 24/7.

Everyday Faith in the Middle of Real Life: A conversation with author Hanna Seymour :“God planted you in the soil you’re in on purpose. He wants to grow you and use you right where you are — in your ordinary, messy, everyday life.” When author and speaker Hanna Seymour surveyed over 2,000 women about their spiritual lives, more than 65% said they were unsatisfied or inconsistent in faith practices like prayer and Bible study.  Everyday Spiritual Habits was written as a response to that struggle — an invitation to move from shame and guilt toward grace-driven consistency.In this inspiring conversation,  Hanna explains how spiritual growth happens not in perfection, but in presence. She draws from both Scripture and the science of habit formation, urging us to start small — maybe just two minutes a day — and let those small habits become patterns of spiritual renewal.Key topics: Why shame often blocks spiritual growthHow “tiny habits” can deepen your walk with GodPracticing prayer, gratitude, and Scripture in daily lifeFinding friendship and community as spiritual habitsReframing motherhood, work, or busyness as soil that God uses to grow usEveryday Spiritual Habits releases February 3 You can find Hanna online at hannaseymour.com or on Instagram @hannaseymour

As winter’s temperatures jump between chilly and spring‑like, small habits make big differences in your household energy and water costs. PWC’s Lamont Hinson stops by to talk with Dan DeBruler about Fayetteville’s hometown utility approach to customer care and transparency.Topics covered in this episode:How PWC’s Winter Time‑of‑Use Rates work — and why laundry or dishwashing before 6 a.m. or after 9 a.m. can save real money.Smart thermostat tips: setting comfort ranges that prevent auxiliary‑heat cost spikes.Cold‑weather reminders: protecting exposed pipes, outside faucets, and irrigation lines when temperatures approach 32°F.PWC’s automatic leak notification system and how customers can reach help before a small drip becomes a major bill.Why residents should stay informed about the Interbasin Transfer Request from Fuquay‑Varina — and how six million gallons per day could impact the Cape Fear River basin and local water futures.Lamont also encourages residents to stay engaged by sending comments to the NC Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) before the April 1 deadline, and to reach out directly for personal help with billing or service issues.PWC Contact Info: 📞 (910) 483‑1382 🌐 www.faypwc.com

“Comfort sometimes comes at a cost—especially from 6 to 9 AM.” PWC’s Lamont Hinson joins Dan with a timely Fayetteville winter update: Rotary Christmas Parade plans, Christmas in the Park at Arnette Park, and Holiday Lights at Segra Stadium. Then we get practical—how winter peak hours (6–9 AM) and thermostat choices affect your bill, plus tools in PWC’s Energy Resource Center (calculators for TOU, space heaters, EVs, insulation, and water heating).  Lamont previews Squirrel Appreciation Day (animal interference is outage #1) and explains why PWC opposes the interbasin transfer request from Fuquay-Varina—and how locals can submit comments to NC DEQ. It’s hyper-local, action-ready, and just in time for cold mornings.

Dan DeBruler talks with Lamont Hinson from Fayetteville’s PWC about Fuquay-Varina’s request for an interbasin transfer that would move over 6 million gallons/day from the Cape Fear River Basin to the Neuse—without returning flow. They unpack what that could mean for Fayetteville, Cumberland County, and Fort Bragg, why PWC is urging the state to require return water or alternate solutions, and how residents can stay informed and conserve. Plus: winter Time-of-Use reminders (Nov–Mar peak is 6–9 AM), safety tips, and local holiday events. MORE: Fuquay-Varina Interbasin Transfer (IBT) requestTown is seeking a state IBT certificate to move ~6+ million gallons/day from the Cape Fear River Basin (Tri-River’s WTP, upstream of PWC) to the Neuse River Basin.Core concern: no planned return flow to the Cape Fear, creating long-term supply and sustainability risks for Cumberland County/Fayetteville and even Fort Bragg (context: PWC supplies ~8 MGD to Bragg).PWC’s position: if an IBT is granted, require return of water to the Cape Fear; otherwise, Fuquay-Varina should pursue alternative routing (acknowledged to be costlier).Why it matters locallyReduced available water in the Cape Fear could limit future community needs (residents, businesses, schools, local government, the military installation).Broader point: growth decisions (permits, population increases) must include upstream/downstream resource impacts.What residents can doShow up and comment at the upcoming public hearing (details below).Become an “informed customer”: track issues, understand utility operations/sustainability, join PWC’s Community Advisory Group, and attend PWC Day.Public Hearing Mentioned What: NC Environmental Management Commission public hearing on Fuquay-Varina’s IBT requestWhen: Thursday, December 4 at 6:00 PMWhere: Fayetteville Technical Community College – Cumberland Hall Auditorium, 2220 Hall Road, Fayetteville, NC

Discover how Fayetteville’s Public Works Commission powers the community with reliability, innovation, and a hometown focus. In this episode, you’ll learn:What Public Power Week is all about and why it matters to Fayetteville.How PWC outperforms national benchmarks, winning seven Diamond-level awards for reliability and safety.The future of energy in our region, including solar farms and grid innovations.How partnerships with Fayetteville Tech are preparing the next generation of linemen and water construction workers.Why linemen are hometown heroes, often the “first responders to the first responders.”Practical ways to save on your power bill, including time-of-use rates and simple tools like a water heater timer.Fayetteville PWC isn’t just about sending a bill—it’s about keeping the lights on, building for the future, and helping neighbors thrive.

Utilities: Big Change in "Time Of Use" rates... That and more in today's update from Fayetteville's PWC.

A Voice In the Wilderness The 2025 Easter Weekend Production at Northwood Temple Church in Fayetteville, NC. A story of two cousins, one a prophet, and the other the Son of God Everyone loves a story, especially one about real people and where they came from. Northwood Temple Church presents an Easter Celebration that tells the story of two men—Jesus and His cousin John the Baptist—how they were conceived miraculously, and how their lives were intertwined prophetically and emotionally. John would eventually be called the greatest of all the prophets, while Jesus would prove His real identity—the Son of God and the Savior of the world.Friday, April 18, 7:30 p.m.Saturday matinee, April 19, 3:30 p.m.Easter Sunday, April 20, 6:30 p.m.Admission is free.There is an optional luncheon buffet prior to the Saturday matinee. The cost is $15.00 per person (children under twelve half price), serving from 1:00 p.m. to 2:15 p.m. Call the church office at 910-488-7474 to make reservations. Learn More: https://northwoodtemple.org/events/easter-production-2025/

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. We sat down with Fayetteville's Child Advocacy Center Prevention and Volunteer Coordinator, Faith Boehmer and Executive Director, John Webster to talk about the many ways the community can get involved in the prevention of Child Abuse in our community. Among the things we highlight: April 1: Public Pinwheel PlanitingApril 3: Annual Child Abuse SummitApril 4: Wear Blue DayMay 17: Fayetteville's Ultimate Lip Synch Showdown Learn about these events and so much more when you visit.https://www.cacfaync.org

Lexi stops in to discuss the upcoming cold snap and tell us what we can do to prepare.