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

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 →

Rocky Mount, NC NEEDS – Lige Daughtridge, Ward 5

It may be a cliche, nonetheless, it is true - Rocky Mount gets "TRIED AND TRUE" leadership from Councilman Daughtridge. You can continue to count on him to have Ward 5 and all of Rocky Mount's best interests at heart. We need him to continue his vigilance and leadership in the affairs of the city. … Continue reading Rocky Mount, NC NEEDS – Lige Daughtridge, Ward 5 →

EDITED VERSION: A Rocky Mount Hero – Kip Meadows Saves Fleming Apartments

William West, Telegram Reporter, brought great news this past week. The four Fleming Apartments have been been restored. I first saw this property with Randy Adcock several years back. He was exploring the idea of creating a museum there. Having grown up in Evanston, IL. where apartment-living happens in wonderful structures, I could admire this … Continue reading EDITED VERSION: A Rocky Mount Hero – Kip Meadows Saves Fleming Apartments →

A Shout Out to Ward 1 in Rocky Mount, NC: Vote Tarrick Or Troy

In Ward 1 Councilman Knight is relentless and aggressive in his single-minded pursuit of power. A lot of Knight's supporters are older residents but Rocky Mount politics is changing. Younger black voices have surfaced and are the new leadership today. Knight has served 20 years but it is T.J. Walker and the young people he … Continue reading A Shout Out to Ward 1 in Rocky Mount, NC: Vote Tarrick Or Troy →