Honoring the Past, Building a Future
On a recent post about Rueben Blackwell and the condition of Happy Hill, a reader left a comment that spoke directly to what many in Rocky Mount have quietly hoped for: "We need City Management to assemble a group of smart, hard working, caring, professional staff members who will look at every neighborhood in the … Continue reading Rocky Mount,NC: A Neighborhood, A Task Force, A Future
Casting Call I love this fun quote: “The guy couldn’t play a dead man in a cowboy movie.” As we approach this fall’s City Council elections, let’s make sure we’re not just filling seats. Rocky Mount deserves authentic leadership, council members who don’t just talk about preservation, restoration, and repurposing at election time, but who … Continue reading A Heads Up From Stepheny’s Fishing Spot – A Casting Call
With Mayor Roberson's announcement that he will seek a seat in Congress, I want to offer my congratulations and sincere best wishes. It takes vision, courage, and energy to step onto a larger stage, and Rocky Mount can be proud that one of its own is willing to answer that call. Mayor Roberson’s leadership — … Continue reading Wishing Mayor Roberson Well — and Keeping Rocky Mount Strong
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
Main Street Rocky Mount 