Honoring the Past, Building a Future
For just a moment, let’s escape. Here are five paintings (artist unknown) that capture the pure essence of fall: the rolling golden leaves, the burnished reds, and the quiet stillness of an autumn day. Let these paintings remind us of crisp air, open windows, and landscapes aglow — that perfect, nostalgia-soaked warmth unique to autumn. … Continue reading In Rocky Mount. NC – Stepheny’s Cure for Election Jitters
The perfect day, a Carolina blue sky, high of 76, humidity gone, my various Camellia bushes are filled with buds or flowers. Weather that makes you feel you could live forever. My doctor appointment netted a hammer to hit myself over the head to help me sleep. (Granddaughter, Anna Claire said, "Mommy did you know … Continue reading A Stepheny Reflection: A Perfect Day In The Neighborhood
Benton Moss of Simmons and Harris and Twin County Media This week, Rocky Mount and Tarboro played host to Preservation North Carolina’s 2024 conference, a three-day gathering dedicated to revitalizing our state’s historic spaces. The Booker T. Theater and Rocky Mount Mills were the venues for the conference. On the opening morning, I selected a … Continue reading Rocky Mount Hosts Preservation North Carolina Conference
An automotive repair shop and a restaurant were among 14 buildings along Tiffany Boulevard that were heavily damaged, some with roofs and walls torn away. Numerous vehicles also sustained damage. Guest Blogger, Knox Porter Jr., has written a letter to the Rocky Mount Telegram. I didn't want you to miss the reassurance it offers to … Continue reading Strength in the Storm: Lessons from 1957 for Today’s Rocky Mount Businesses
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