Author: Stepheny Forgue Houghtlin

Stepheny Forgue Houghtlin grew up in Evanston, IL. and is a graduate of the University of Kentucky. She is an author of two novels: The Greening of a Heart and Facing East. She lives, writes and gardens in NC. Visit her: Stephenyhoughtlin.com

A Medical Emergency on South Church Street

The Patient's Name Is Summerlin House Emergency Intake Report Patient: Summerlin House Address: 430 South Church Street Age: Approximately 125 years Diagnosis: Progressive deterioration caused by years of deferred maintenance. Condition: Serious, but still treatable. Finding No. 1 The first symptom is easy to see. The paint is failing. Most of us think of paint as something cosmetic. Historic houses … Continue reading A Medical Emergency on South Church Street →

The Future Depends on Those Who Still Believe

There comes a moment in the life of every community when optimism is tested. Rocky Mount is living through one of those moments now. There is no avoiding the reality before us. The City's financial challenges and the uncertainty surrounding them have understandably shaken confidence. Our financial institutions exist to manage risk wisely, and no … Continue reading The Future Depends on Those Who Still Believe →

When a Ward Becomes the Victim

This will be my last blog about Councilman Andre Knight. Not because the issues have been resolved. They have not. Not because there is nothing more that could be said. There is plenty. But there comes a point when continuing to write about one individual accomplishes less than writing about the people who have lived … Continue reading When a Ward Becomes the Victim →