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

From Main Street – Rocky Mount, NC There Is More To Life Than Andre Knight – There Is Baseball, The American Game

If you grew up on the south side of Chicago, you were probably a White Sox fan. If on the north side, a Cubs fan. Growing up in Evanston, IL, the first suburb on the lake north of Chicago, makes me a Cubby. I came by it rightly because my parents were great Cub fans. … Continue reading From Main Street – Rocky Mount, NC There Is More To Life Than Andre Knight – There Is Baseball, The American Game →

Rocky Mount NC Election Night-October 10, 2023

I watched the election results on FB with the Urban Conservatives. I am thrilled with the results but limping off into the night over the Andre/Ward 1 results. Adding insult to injury, the low voter turnout is unfathomable. 17% of available Nash voters and 14% in Edgecombe. The word systemic gets thrown around a lot. … Continue reading Rocky Mount NC Election Night-October 10, 2023 →

Rocky Mount Election – 10-10-23

Seven City Councilman sit in seven chairs, representing seven wards making decisions that affect all of us. On Tuesday, October 10th, Andre Knight, TJ Walker, and Lige Daughtridge are up for reelection. Sandy Robinson, the mayor as well. October 10th will seem like another day for most, but in our Rocky Mount world, it is … Continue reading Rocky Mount Election – 10-10-23 →

My Young Friend: Christopher Braswell Inspires Unity – Bringing Church and Community Together

The story of Christopher Braswell serves as a beacon of hope, proving that with dedication, inclusivity, and a genuine desire to serve, a young pastor can play a pivotal role in bringing church and community together. Rocky Mount is fortunate to have a leader like Braswell , and his inspiring journey continues to inspire us … Continue reading My Young Friend: Christopher Braswell Inspires Unity – Bringing Church and Community Together →

Rocky Mount, NC: Mayoral Race 2023 YOUR VOTE MATTERS

Last Main Street Blog Post Until After The Election Elected in 2019, the race looked like this: Sandy Roberson (Nonpartisan) 48.2 4,730 Bronson Williams (Nonpartisan) 27.1 2,659Kevin Jones (Nonpartisan) Candidate Connection 23.1 2,269Total votes: 9,814 As the newly elected mayor, Sandy Roberson brought more than 30 years of professional experience in the healthcare industry including … Continue reading Rocky Mount, NC: Mayoral Race 2023 YOUR VOTE MATTERS →