Rocky Mount, NC: Paying Tribute To Milton Bullock Who Has Crossed The River Jordon

I can't imagine my life without the music I grew up listening, singing and dancing to. Starting with my father's two favorite songs, Melancholy Baby and Stardust, 'my music' has followed me through the years. I never dreamed I'd be singing the opening lines of Melancholy Baby to my children, grandchildren and great grands. (Come … Continue reading Rocky Mount, NC: Paying Tribute To Milton Bullock Who Has Crossed The River Jordon →

Rocky Mount NC: Guest Blogger Knox Porter Writes: Sky-vue Skateland Had A Soup-er Bowl Of Their Own

"Do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased." - - Hebrews 13:15 Sky-Vue skaters did not forget to share. The true Chiefs on professional football’s most exciting day were skaters who sought the welfare of their community by lavishly donating food staples to combat hunger. … Continue reading Rocky Mount NC: Guest Blogger Knox Porter Writes: Sky-vue Skateland Had A Soup-er Bowl Of Their Own →

Celebrating a Small Business – Stichez – and the Possibilities of Rocky Mount,NC in 2024

As I write the first blog post of 2024 I reflect on its possibilities and the role the Main Street blog plays in high-lighting these possibilities. I smile when mentioning that I can talk in long run-on sentences, which makes editing the blog a challenge. One tool I use is standing back and throwing a … Continue reading Celebrating a Small Business – Stichez – and the Possibilities of Rocky Mount,NC in 2024 →

Rocky Mount, NC: A Small Business Where You Can Shop Until You Drop

I love the new location of Towel Town on Sunset Avenue. The light, the staging for the merchandise, the parking. Everything looks updated, fresh and tempting. With Thanksgiving company coming, you'll be entertaining. SO MANY good restaurants to try, and Towel Town a fun shopping opportunity. You know Main Street is my thing, so business … Continue reading Rocky Mount, NC: A Small Business Where You Can Shop Until You Drop →

Main Street Celebrating Englewood Baptist Church Women In Rocky Mount, NC

I've driven by the church a zillion times but had never gone inside. Friend, Denise Watkins, invited me to the church women's dinner on November 2. Even without Icons and a cross above the altar, the goodness of the evening was a great gift to this Episcopal 'standing kneeling, kneeling standing' Anglican, high church, worshiper. … Continue reading Main Street Celebrating Englewood Baptist Church Women In Rocky Mount, NC →

Chief Fun Officer at Sky-Vue Skateland, Denise Watkins

Sky-vue Skateland has been given the Chamber of Commerce Small Business Award this month. A wonderful tribute, yet, there is more to be said about the Chief Fun Officer, Denise Watkins. We met through the Main Street blog. I wrote about Sky-vue there after (2015) and made a new friend. https://mainstreetrockymount.com/2015/09/16/a-place-not-to-be-missed-sky-vue-skateland-happy-anniversary/ Denise is valued for … Continue reading Chief Fun Officer at Sky-Vue Skateland, Denise Watkins →