Each year the WIDU Anniversary Celebration is one of the most attended events at The Crown Complex and Expo Center. Drawing crowds from not only Fayetteville but communities as far out as Raleigh, Durham and Johnston County!
WEDO Radio Network
WIDU is a locally owned Radio Station that broadcasts from Fayetteville to Cumberland County and its surrounding communities. The WEDO Radio Network and WIDU Owners Wes & Sandy Cookman have a true heart for their community. Working to bring the love of God to as many as they can through inspirational music, talk shows, and events. The WIDU Anniversary brings some of the most beloved and successful Christian Artists to a community who’s religious foundation is one that can be felt throughout the audience.
“Over 30 years ago we came to Fayetteville and WIDU with a dream and a vision. We cam because we wanted to serve this community. We hoped to make this radio station 24/7 gospel and become an important part of this community not just playing music.”
Wes & Sandy Cookman
I would say the Cookman’s vision has definitely become this community’s reality. WIDU Celebrated 60 Years of service and community in Fayetteville this over an entire week of events focused on building our community through entertainment and encouragement.
WIDU Anniversary Celebration
Each year WIDU hosts their Anniversary Celebration with non-stop family friendly Christian fun. there’s something for everyone. This year’s events included:
Youth Concert – 60 young people were saved at this year’s concert
Clean Comedy Show – laughter and fun for the entire family
Daddy’s Boys: Coming Together
WIDU Unity Service
Together As One
WID Expo at Crown Expo – Vendor Shopping, LIVE Performances, Ministry Sessions & More!
Women’s Empowerment Luncheon
WIDU Carolina’s Best – gives a stage to the best Christian talent The Carolinas have to offer
WIDU Prayer Breakfast – a morning of community and fellowship
Traditional Gospel Night – quartets, choirs, and all your gospel favorites
WIDU Anniversary Celebration – Hezekiah Walker, Fred Hammond & Marvin Sapp
Each event is supported by and sponsored by many local businesses, professionals and church communities. This showing of support proves WIDU is so far more than just gospel music – It Is Fayetteville.
This year I had the opportunity to attend the Prayer Breakfast with Guest Speaker Bishop Paul S. Morton and Performance by Artist Benita Jones. This was my very first time attending but I know it will not be my last. From start to finish you could feel a sense of fellowship and community with each person in the room.
In attendance were representatives from The Fayetteville Police Department, Elected Officials, Business Owners, and Churches. Each person was there to not only support WIDU but our community as a whole.
“As God continues to unfold his divine plan we are blessed to have witnessed mighty acts of some incredible prayer partners. Thank you for all your do and may God always bless you.”
Wes and Sandy Cookman
In The Meantime
At its new location on 2520 Murchison Road WIDU brings Inspiration & Information to the airwaves across their multiple stations on AM and now FM radio! Tune in on your local radio station to hear all of the WIDU Shows including “What’s Going On Fayetteville” every Saturday at 9 am. I CoHost this show with Wade Fowler where we give highlights to local businesses and events happening right here in Fayetteville! I am so blessed to be a part of the WIDU Family and can’t wait to see what’s in store for 2019!
Years To Come
If you missed this year’s WIDU Celebration there’s always next year! Visit WIDU Anniversary online to stay up to date as next year’s events are planned and develop.
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