Rocky Mount, NC: Ward 1 – “The Reasons I Haven’t Voted for Councilman Knight”

People leave interesting comments on the blog posts I write for Mainstreetrockymount.com. Unless one is particularly snarky and divisive, which is seldom, I welcome the information that people add. Today's blog is in response to a comment from someone who lives in Ward 1. I find it insightful and informative. I believe you will agree. … Continue reading Rocky Mount, NC: Ward 1 – “The Reasons I Haven’t Voted for Councilman Knight” →

Rocky Mount, NC: Troy Davis Talked Truth to Power at a Council Meeting And Was Punished. He Came Back!

Bill West's April 26th Telegram Article, is a great read about Troy Davis and the city investments in his projects. It comes on the heels of the article about the attack Councilman Knight made on Troy at a prior City Council meeting. (If you missed the dustup, basically translated, Knight said, "After all I've done … Continue reading Rocky Mount, NC: Troy Davis Talked Truth to Power at a Council Meeting And Was Punished. He Came Back! →

The Enigma of Rocky Mount’s City Council Public Comments – April 24, 2023

An Enigma: a person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand. Judge Thomas is back in the news in an effort to tarnish The Supreme Court. I've just finished The Enigma of Clarence Thomas by author, Corey Robin. The book focuses on Justice Thomas's jurisprudence. It is fascinating, readable, difficult for me … Continue reading The Enigma of Rocky Mount’s City Council Public Comments – April 24, 2023 →

Mayor Gives State of the City Speech

Link for youtube State of the City Speech -https://www.youtube.com/live/-8NO8bp52NE?feature=share The Telegram Newspaper, 4/20/23 has great articles on the Mayor's State of the City Report. If you want a booster shot for optimism read the articles or watch the video on youtube. I am guilty through and through of wringing my hands and focusing on the … Continue reading Mayor Gives State of the City Speech →

Some Thoughts About The $75K Planning Grant For Rocky Mount, NC

The Train Shed Project Design Was Available to The Public For Input. A Fabulous Design. Keep The Public Updated On It's Progress Another Great Manley Photograph “Receiving intensive technical assistance and a $75,000 planning grant will help us make major strides in assisting our residents to achieve financial stability — a key aspect of enhancing … Continue reading Some Thoughts About The $75K Planning Grant For Rocky Mount, NC →

Rocky Mount: Councilman Knight Runs His Train Off The Rails

I watched and listened to Councilman Knight have his fly apart April 3rd on youtube. There came this moment when Mr. Knight settled in and was enjoying the sound of his voice. It reminded me of a white bearded, high churchman in the Episcopal Diocese of Chicago. Father Dunn admitted that there were times when … Continue reading Rocky Mount: Councilman Knight Runs His Train Off The Rails →