Schools Sold for $1 Each | Fayetteville News

Fayetteville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

Cumberland County’s school board just handed over two school properties—Manchester Elementary and Alger B. Wilkins High—to the county for just $1 each, sparking heated debate. While some board members fear they’re ceding too much control too fast, others argue the county, which originally funded the schools, is better suited to manage the real estate. The move is part of a larger consolidation plan: Manchester Elementary is closing permanently, and Alger B. Wilkins students will relocate to a new campus by 2027. The district won’t get cash, but may see increased tax revenue from county…