Honoring the Past, Building a Future
Is it really the end of summer already? Yet here I am in spirit, back in New York for the US Open. There are new names to learn, new faces and talent to watch, and some great matches being played. However, without Roger Federer, who has retired, the game lacks its usual style and grace. … Continue reading Labor Day Weekend – US Open Tennis
The recent break in the weather has been a welcome relief from the brutal heat we've endured this summer. Unfortunately, I lost a small potted boxwood that I’ve had for years. Without the rain we’ve been blessed with, I would have lost more. I’m no longer in a hurry to drag around water hoses. Tonight, … Continue reading A Breath of Fresh Air: A Pause in the Heat and Peter Varney’s Return
Rocky Mount has long appreciated the work of local photographer Charles Killebrew, who operated a studio on Howard Street and worked for many years with the Rocky Mount Telegram. His extensive collection of photographs, spanning from the 1940s to the 1990s, is now preserved at the Braswell Library. Today, we are fortunate to have Gary … Continue reading Connecting with a Forgotten Past: The Power of Photography and Architecture
Get Involved in Saving Rocky Mount's History! Rocky Mount’s rich history is woven into the very fabric of our community, reflected in the architecture that has stood the test of time. These historic structures aren't just buildings; they are the stories of the past, the memories of those who came before us, and the foundation … Continue reading Call To Action: Preserve Our Heritage
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