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

Partnering With Stepheny – Beginning February 2019

l Preservation of our architectural assets needs a critical mass of people who are interested in having a voice in the matter. As a board member, I'm heading up a new Advocacy committee for Preservation Rocky Mount. I know many of you who read this blog have a great interest in the continuing revitalization efforts of … Continue reading Partnering With Stepheny – Beginning February 2019 →

In Case You Missed the article In The Telegram Published On Nov. 25,’18

Sunday, November 25, 2018 - Rocky Mount Telegram                                          From Contributed Reports Twin County Hall of Fame Welcomes New Inductees Lanny Shuff left, and Sam Toler hold Toler's portrait during the Twin County Hall of Fame Induction … Continue reading In Case You Missed the article In The Telegram Published On Nov. 25,’18 →

An Invitation for Dinner on November 8th With 12 Interesting Guests

Did you ever play the game 'dinner party' where you named your guest list from famous people? I always thought it revealed interesting things about my friends as they named their list. I dare say you will know more about me if I tell you I would invite - Coach K, Roger Federer, Amos Townes the … Continue reading An Invitation for Dinner on November 8th With 12 Interesting Guests →

Open House at the Event Center Today at 4:00 – It’s Fantastic!

I took myself to the Event Center yesterday and oh, my, it is really something. It is an amazing venue for sports events and future Rocky Mount activities. I can't name my favorite part, but in the beginning, it was the sports area for sure. But then I thought the meeting spaces were wonderful and I … Continue reading Open House at the Event Center Today at 4:00 – It’s Fantastic! →

Twin County Hall of Fame Portraits Newly Exhibited in the Rocky Mount Event Center

  Everyone is nervous. As I visited the newly hung portraits of The Twin County Hall of Fame recipients, many asked if their hair still looked okay, were their ties straight, did their clothes look too out of date? You can’t blame them, really. They know they are now gathered in the new Rocky Mount … Continue reading Twin County Hall of Fame Portraits Newly Exhibited in the Rocky Mount Event Center →

Main Street Is In Need of a Jewish Grandmother

For years my daughter, Claire, and I have enjoyed a little in-house 'Jewish Mother' humor, a response when she tells me that she is headed off on an adventure lasting a few days, be it work or fun. I have been known to respond in my best 'Jewish Mother' voice....."Go, I don't want you should … Continue reading Main Street Is In Need of a Jewish Grandmother →