The U.S. Army Airborne and Special Operations Museum (ASOM), with generous support from the Airborne and Special Operations Museum Foundation, will open on Oct. 19, a new, interactive augmented reality
Since the start of the Jan. 13 North Carolina General Assembly legislative session, several bills have been filed that could impact military families and veterans if passed into law.
There are bills that would appropriate state funds to benefit Fayetteville s local military museum, to one that could eliminate a tax for veterans.
Other bills would recognize military spouses or benefit military children who want to play sports and transfer to a new school.
Here s a look at some of the bills that have been filed: House Bill 457 and Senate Bill 500 seek to appropriate funds to the Army Airborne and Special Operations Museum Foundation. The foundation supports the museum, which is located in downtown Fayetteville.
The Bill Shaw Christmas Fund: A fund with the mission and vision to help local families year-round.
The Cumberland Community Foundation: Provides essential funding to programs that enhance quality of life in every corner of Cumberland County
The Airborne & Special Operations Museum Foundation: Conducts private and public fundraising and community outreach to sustain the museum’s mission, ongoing programs and future innovative exhibit development.
The Arts Council of Fayetteville/Cumberland County: Serves as a link between artists, arts and cultural organizations and the community and administers programs in partnership with various local agencies.
Friends of Cumberland County Animals: Works with Cumberland County Animal Control to promote animal welfare initiatives and responsible pet ownership, as well as provides community outreach.