The Fayetteville Observer Employee Directory
Newspaper PublishingNorth Carolina, United States51-200 Employees
The Fayetteville Observer, based in Fayetteville, North Carolina, traces its roots to 1816, making it the state's oldest newspaper. It serves as a regional daily news source and has expanded its portfolio to include community newspapers and weekly editions for Fort Bragg, Camp Lejeune, and Hope Mills, such as The Sandspur. As part of Gannett, its digital marketing offerings are powered by ThriveHive to support local advertisers. The Observer has earned recognition for both its digital presence and print quality, including launching its own website in 1995 and receiving Best in the State honors from the North Carolina Press Association. In 2018, Editor & Publisher named it among '10 Newspapers That Do It Right' for its digital work, noting its original reporting, reader engagement, and collaboration with the reporting staff. The print edition has earned multiple Best in the State honors for coverage and advertising, and its print quality has earned worldwide recognition.