Rocky Mount, NC: Historic Charm, Modern Flair – Davis Furniture’s Refreshed Space

A change of seasons involves rearranging our closets; warm clothes are swapped for summer things. I mention this because on a larger scale, Davis Furniture Company on Main Street has been rearranging the interior spaces of their historic commercial corner building. You must go and see what has been happening. Those who know me from … Continue reading Rocky Mount, NC: Historic Charm, Modern Flair – Davis Furniture’s Refreshed Space →

Preserving the Soul of Rocky Mount: The Vital Importance of Saving Our Historical Main Street Architecture

I hope you share my feelings of nostalgia and appreciation for the historical buildings on Main Street and in the area. Beyond their aesthetic appeal, these buildings serve as living chronicles of Rocky Mount's past. This Main Street blog promotes the significance of preserving these structures for both their tangible and intangible values. These buildings … Continue reading Preserving the Soul of Rocky Mount: The Vital Importance of Saving Our Historical Main Street Architecture →

Easter Week: The Hope Of Continued Revitalization In Rocky Mount, NC

Rather than navigate five roundabouts that are three too many, I drive up and down 64 to Rocky Mount. The sacrament of the roadside is in full view the day after Easter, a season of renewal and rejuvenation. Much like the resurrection celebrated during Easter, April offers us the opportunity to breathe new life into … Continue reading Easter Week: The Hope Of Continued Revitalization In Rocky Mount, NC →

A Wonderful Commercial Building To Be Saved and Repurposed In Rocky Mount, NC

201 Washington St Wednesday I took these photos of this favorite building and teared up (not unusual) when thinking of the restoration and repurposing of this commercial building now planned In downtown Rocky Mount. I know it is going to be an important investment. I'm ecstatic. New South Ventures will be given grant money to … Continue reading A Wonderful Commercial Building To Be Saved and Repurposed In Rocky Mount, NC →

Part 3: Costly RM Downtown Plans Are Unnecessary-Ask Stepheny At No Charge

Stepheny's Free Plan calls for a sexy black book that, among other things, has the names and contact info of every out of town owner of Main Street commercial architecture. I would send them a collective weekly e-mail about anything that is positive, any progress being made around their investment with the intent of bridging … Continue reading Part 3: Costly RM Downtown Plans Are Unnecessary-Ask Stepheny At No Charge →

Part 2: Costly RM Downtown Plans Are Unnecessary-Ask Stepheny At No Charge

The empty building, 146 SW Main, next door to Virginia's is owned by New Yorker, Robbie Hothan. He also owns the Coco-Cola building in town. The renovation is on hold after encountering mildew and taking flooring out that has not been replaced. The board over the broken window is a deep bruise that vandals caused. … Continue reading Part 2: Costly RM Downtown Plans Are Unnecessary-Ask Stepheny At No Charge →