Rocky Mount, NC: Celebrating The End Of The Year On Main Street

WRAL VIDEO CLIP ---SAVING THE EPSTEIN BUILDING IN ROCKY MOUNT,NC https://www.wral.com/news/local/rocky-mount-approves-downtown-development-dec-2024/ Bill West's recent article in The Telegram also reported this news. The Downtown Major Incentive Grant Program awards up to $500,000 for large-scale renovations of buildings in the central part of the city. They have awarded 250K for the Epstein building. The purpose of … Continue reading Rocky Mount, NC: Celebrating The End Of The Year On Main Street →

Three Days at the Beach with Martha Battle Mebane – (1923-1996) – Day 3

Meeting on Main Street, as we do, you know I have written about the outstanding men of the community. They have left an ever-lasting mark, rising to the top of their professions through hard work, intelligence, good business practices, and are known for their philanthropical endeavors. They were church-going and patriotic souls. Far less has been … Continue reading Three Days at the Beach with Martha Battle Mebane – (1923-1996) – Day 3 →

Three Days at the Beach With Martha Battle Mebane – (1923-1996) – Day 2

My mother used to call it...living to the other side of things. Here in this charming photograph, still at the beach are Martha Battle Mebane and John Marvin Mebane. They have made it to the other side of things! When I first went to U. of Ky. and joined a sorority, I didn't understand the question … Continue reading Three Days at the Beach With Martha Battle Mebane – (1923-1996) – Day 2 →

Three Days at the Beach with Martha Battle Mebane – (1923-1996) – Day 1

MILE POST 13 - NAGS HEAD - 1950's - NO PHONES - NO TV The family of Martha Battle Mebane and John Marvin Mebane (Spike) spend time every summer in Nags Head. A summer tradition Martha's adult children have continued throughout their lifetime. Using our imaginations, it is a perfect opportunity to revisit a time and … Continue reading Three Days at the Beach with Martha Battle Mebane – (1923-1996) – Day 1 →