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Sept. 5, 2026

Fayetteville Mayor’s Racially Charged Comment and Local Issues Unpacked on Carolina Cabinet

Welcome back to another edition of the Carolina Cabinet, Cumberland County's smartest hour of talk radio. I'm your host, Peter Pappas, joined in studio by the always insightful Laura Mussler. In this live segment, we're diving into the biggest headlines and controversies shaping our region—from the long-overdue connection of clean water to local schools in Gray's Creek, to Spring Lake's split votes and ongoing struggles with local governance. We'll also break down the kerfuffle surrounding Mayo
Sept. 5, 2026

From Grant Writing to the Ballot: Janine Ackles Tackles Cumberland County Issues

Welcome to another lively episode of the Carolina Cabinet, Cumberland County’s smartest hour of talk radio! This week, Peter Pappas and Laura Mussler welcome back Janene Ackles, candidate for House District 43, for her second appearance on the show. The conversation kicks off with lighthearted banter about home-cooked meals and local favorites, then pivots to tackle pressing issues facing the region. Janene Ackles draws on her experience as a grant writer and community advocate to offer insights
Sept. 3, 2026

Tom Hatch Discusses School Board Goals, Choice Programs, and Community Challenges

Welcome back to the Carolina Cabinet, Cumberland County’s smartest hour of talk radio! In this episode, Peter Pappas and co-host Laura Mussler sit down with Tom Hatch, a veteran educator with 32 years of experience in Cumberland County Schools—and now a candidate for an at-large seat on the school board. Together, they dig into the pressing challenges facing local education: declining public school enrollment, the unique struggles of middle schoolers, and the evolving landscape of choice program
Sept. 1, 2026

Debating Data Centers: Fayetteville Residents Demand Protections and Accountability

Welcome to another lively edition of the Carolina Cabinet, Cumberland County's smartest hour of talk radio, where we dive headfirst into the pressing issues shaping our region. This week, hosts Peter Pappas and Laura Mussler are joined by guest Broxy Pone for a spirited discussion about local politics, community activism, and the controversies swirling around Fayetteville's proposed data centers. You'll hear first-hand accounts from city council meetings marked by tension, passionate public com
Sept. 1, 2026

Broxie Pone on Student Achievement, Transparency, and Putting Kids First in Cumberland County

Welcome back to another edition of The Carolina Cabinet, Cumberland County’s smartest hour of talk radio. In this episode, Peter Pappas and Laura Mussler sit down with Broxie Pone, a longtime educator, pastor, and real estate professional who’s now running for the Cumberland County Board of Education at-large seat. With over 30 years in the classroom and a commitment to putting students first, Broxie Pone shares her journey from teacher to school board candidate, her philosophy on respect and st
Aug. 20, 2026

Local Politics Unfiltered: Jonathan Strange for District Court Judge

Welcome back to another lively edition of the Carolina Cabinet, Cumberland County’s smartest hour of talk radio! Hosted by Peter Pappas with co-host Laura Mussler, this episode dives headfirst into the major issues shaping Fayetteville and beyond. From the heated debate over new data centers and zoning laws, to the challenges of local economic development, and the evolving face of election laws in North Carolina, Peter Pappas and Laura Mussler unpack it all with wit and candor. Later, they’re jo