Category: Battle Park & the Monument

To Believe Again In ‘The Precious Experiment’

We have an edited version of Kamala Harris going on. This should be a significant challenge given her limited accomplishments as VP, but she is being portrayed as righteous and capable. I am flabbergasted that the leaders of the Democrat party are willing to invest their political capital in her. Though her win would postpone … Continue reading To Believe Again In ‘The Precious Experiment’ →

What Do You Call An Idyllic Place In Rocky Mount, NC? Battle Park

First some Facts: Battle Park is a 54-acre park situated along the Tar River near Rocky Mount Mills Historic Mill Village. A lot of money restored and added components to the park. The results are spectacular. With no leaves this time of year, the forest management is evident where the trees have been thinned out. … Continue reading What Do You Call An Idyllic Place In Rocky Mount, NC? Battle Park →

Is The Black Community Black Enough – Getting Away With Wrong Doing

In the 1960’s Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson showed up where ever racial incidents occurred. Over the years, we have countless photographs that show them standing in the front row, mourning with a mother, praying with groups who suffered another injustice. They have spent their adult lives advancing black Americans. Sixty years later in every … Continue reading Is The Black Community Black Enough – Getting Away With Wrong Doing →

Sharing: A Randy Adcox ‘Concerned Citizens’ Post – Removal of the Monument Vote Takes Place During A Budget Meeting

A Finely Crafted Opinion Piece By Randy Adcox -          June 3, 2020 By now many of you have probably heard about the city council voting 6-1 yesterday to move our Confederate Monument. Last night, I watched the video of the yesterday's proceedings and frankly, I have mixed feelings about what I … Continue reading Sharing: A Randy Adcox ‘Concerned Citizens’ Post – Removal of the Monument Vote Takes Place During A Budget Meeting →

Public Hearings on Battle Park: Hoping For A Different Outcome?

W.C. Fields (1880-1946) American comedian and actor says it best.  “If at first, you don’t succeed, try, try again. Then quit. There’s no use being a damn fool about it.”  If you have children you've experienced this maneuver. Ask Mom, and if she says no, ask Dad, maybe he'll say yes. The outcome was perfectly … Continue reading Public Hearings on Battle Park: Hoping For A Different Outcome? →