Harnett Health Foundation

01/31/2026

BREAKING: Michael Nagowski will retire this summer after 18 years as chief executive officer of Cape Fear Valley Health (CFVH), which serves Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Highsmith-Rainey Specialty Hospital, and hospitals in Bladen, Hoke, Harnett, and Johnston counties.

Nagowski, 60, announced his retirement to the 19-member CFVH board of trustees on Friday.

“I’m excited I will get to spend time with my family,” Nagowski told CityView. “It’s with mixed emotions, but I’m excited.”

The executive board of trustees immediately voted to name Dan Weatherly, the health system’s chief operating officer since 2015, as interim CEO, according to a press release.

Read more at the link in our comments.

01/31/2026

Today, I’m sharing that I’ve made the decision to retire as CEO of Cape Fear Valley Health.

Since 2008, it has been an honor to serve this organization and our community during a time of tremendous growth and change. Together, we expanded services and facilities, invested in education and workforce development, and continued to strengthen our commitment to the patients, employees and families who rely on us every day.

What I will carry with me most are the people. Through challenges and milestones alike, I’ve been surrounded by dedicated professionals who lead with compassion, accountability and a shared commitment to public service. That steady focus on doing what’s right for our community is what makes Cape Fear Valley Health so special.

I’m deeply grateful for the trust placed in me, the work we’ve accomplished together, and the foundation we’ve built for the future. Thank you to our employees, physicians, partners and community for allowing me to be part of this journey. Serving Cape Fear Valley Health has been the privilege of a lifetime.

01/27/2026

01/26/2026

Cape Fear Valley Health Closings and Delays – Monday, Jan. 26, 2026

01/22/2026

This past Friday, Harnett Health Foundation was honored to welcome generous donors Katie and Josh Smith of PHC Restoration for a tour of our new Cancer Center. Their family-owned business has proudly served the North Carolina community for generations, providing storm, fire, and water damage restoration services. Katie and Josh value giving back and are inspired by the incredible work of our Cancer Center team. We are truly grateful for their support of Harnett Healthcare and Harnett Health Foundation.

Pictured below from left to right: Devon Nobles, Manager-Radiation Oncology; Garrett Barefoot, Radiation Therapist; Scott Childers, Executive Director-Harnett Health Foundation; Cornelia Stewart, Chair Emeritus-Harnett Health Foundation; Michael Tart, President-Harnett Healthcare; Katie Smith, CEO-PHC Restoration; Josh Smith, COO-PHC Restoration; Beth Armstrong, Radiation Therapist; and Rebecca Webb, RN-Medical Oncology.

01/21/2026

At Cape Fear Valley Health Foundation, we see the power of kindness every day. Families turn to our health system during some of life’s most vulnerable moments, trusting they will receive compassionate, high-quality care. That care is made possible because people like you in our community choose to show up again and again in ways both seen and unseen. 🩷

This winter, we invite you to consider an unexpected yet meaningful act of kindness: creating or updating your will. Having a plan in place can bring peace of mind for you and clarity for your loved ones, especially during times of uncertainty.

We’ve partnered with FreeWill because their free and secure online resource guides you through making your will in as little as 20 minutes. We also encourage you to use FreeWill to update an existing will because you can easily make changes online whenever you’d like.

If you choose, you’ll also have the option to include a gift to Cape Fear Valley Health Foundation that helps ensure compassionate care, advanced treatments, and community health programs remain available for generations to come.

🔗 To make your will, click here: https://partner.freewill.com/capefearvalleyhealthfoundation?utm_source=partner&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=202601_capefearvalleyhealthfoundation_winter

Questions? Contact Brittany Dickerhoff at (910) 615-1358 or bdick@capefearvalley.com, or if you reside in Harnett County, contact Scott Childers at (910) 766-7119 or schilders@capefearvalley.com.

01/19/2026

Today, we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a champion of equality and service. At Cape Fear Valley Health, we strive to embody his spirit by providing compassionate care to all members of our community. Let us continue to work together to create a healthier, more equitable future for everyone.

01/16/2026

🌟Employee Donor Spotlight: Regina Bray Brown, MD, MHPE, Harnett Health Director of Medical Education and Harnett Health Family Medicine Residency Program Director🌟

How long have you been with the health system? Since 2018.

Why did you become an employee donor? I wanted to give back to a health system that has invested in me, our residents, and our community. Through my gift to Harnett Health Foundation’s physician-led Caduceus Society, I can support Graduate Medical Education and build a workforce that will care for our community for years to come.

What inspires you to give? Seeing the real impact the Foundation has on medical education and community programs I care deeply about makes giving feel personal and meaningful.

How do you see acts of kindness displayed at Cape Fear Valley Health? I see kindness every day in how our teams care for patients, support one another, and show up for the community. That culture of compassion is something I am proud to support.

Thank you, Dr. Bray Brown, for being such a strong advocate of Harnett Health Foundation and for supporting patients, colleagues and medical education in our region! 💙💚

01/15/2026

We're excited to be back at Keith Hills Golf Club on Oct. 1! ⛳️

Mark your calendar for our 2026 Signature Events! 📆

🏃‍♀️ Step Up 4 Health & Wellness Expo
📅 Saturday, March 28
🕘 9 a.m. to noon
📍 Methodist University
🔗 Register today: https://www.givesignup.org/Race/NC/Fayetteville/StepUp4HealthWellnessExpo
📨 Contact Arianna Bannerman at (910) 615-1434 or abannerman@capefearvalley.com

🐎 Bladen County Hospital Foundation Derby & Casino Night
📅 Saturday, May 2
🕘 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
📍 Cape Fear Vineyard & Winery
📨 Tickets will be available soon. Contact Ina Jeane' Pope at (910) 862-1287 or ipope@capefearvalley.com

⛳Harnett Health Foundation Golf Tournament
📅 Thursday, October 1
🕘 11 a.m.
📍 Keith Hills Golf Club
📨 Contact Scott Childers at (910) 766-7119 or schilders@capefearvalley.com

Sponsorship opportunities are available for all events. This is a great way to support important causes in our community, while receiving deliverables that can be beneficial to your business. To learn more, contact Arianna Bannerman at (910) 615-1434 or abannerman@capefearvalley.com.

01/14/2026

Universities across the region are trying to address physician and nursing shortages by expanding programs and creating new ones.

01/12/2026

01/08/2026

Thank you, Vickie, for choosing Cape Fear Valley Primary Care - Buffalo Lakes for your primary care needs! We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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