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

The Home of Z.B. Bulluck – An architectural gem – Renaissance Revival

I stood in silence, alone, with only bird song to welcome me to the Z.B. Bulluck home. The house stands empty of laughter and hospitality, though I am sure it remains filled with memories of the man responsible for this particular Renaissance Revival gem and his family. I imagined the day Z.B. ushered Foy Mae Williams … Continue reading The Home of Z.B. Bulluck – An architectural gem – Renaissance Revival →

Rocky Mount Welcomes Entrepreneurs – Meet Z.B. Bulluck – Part 1

Giving This Entrepreneur Our Utmost Consideration  Meet Zebulon Benjamin Bulluck, born April 9, 1884 - April 6, 1981 - Proprietor and Operator of the leading Meat Market of Rocky Mount. The summer of 1905  Z.B. as he was called, entered the meat market business.  With considerable business acumen, treating all his customers with the 'utmost … Continue reading Rocky Mount Welcomes Entrepreneurs – Meet Z.B. Bulluck – Part 1 →

Main Street Rocky Mount Blog Honored – Sharing My Good News

By LINDELL JOHN KAY
Staff Writer Monday, March 27, 2017 A local blogger has received state recognition for writing about downtown Rocky Mount. Stepheny Houghtlin was named a Main Street Champion, which are individuals who have gone the extra mile in working to make their downtown successful, announced N.C. Commerce Secretary Anthony Copland. Houghtlin has a … Continue reading Main Street Rocky Mount Blog Honored – Sharing My Good News →

Your Friend on Main Street – Asking For Your Prayers

Remembering Robert G. Houghtlin, Jr. You have been keeping me company on Main Street since July 2015. We've spent time together remembering the interesting and wonderful people who have been a part of Rocky Mount's Story and we have celebrated the many steps that are being taken in the revitalization of the place we call … Continue reading Your Friend on Main Street – Asking For Your Prayers →

Seeing the Beauty of Historic West Haven Through the Eyes of Its Architecture – Part 2

A Dry Stacked Stone Wall to Appreciate in Historic West Haven  (The walls) endure in part because a rock is as near a definition of "forever" as exists. Do it right — square, plumb, and well-tied throughout — and the wall will be standing long after you and I and all our other accomplishments and failings are … Continue reading Seeing the Beauty of Historic West Haven Through the Eyes of Its Architecture – Part 2 →