Honoring the Past, Building a Future
Tarrick Pittman Advocate Ward 1 You remember this fine young man who ran against Mr. Knight in the Fall election? His response is worth your time to read. SFH As I sat and read this article I was heartbroken, angry, and just plain astonished. I had to pull myself away from my work because I … Continue reading Terrick Pittman -Advocate Ward 1- Responds to Wilson Times Article
2 councilmen, city manager, former mayor implicated in Rocky Mount financial probe Posted Thursday, May 14, 2020 6:29 pm Former Rocky Mount Mayor David Combs, top left, is shown beside City Manager Rochelle Small-Toney, top right, City Councilman Reuben Blackwell, bottom left, and City Councilman Andre Knight, bottom right. The city officials are implicated in … Continue reading FYI: Lyndel Kay’s article -City’s Response Misleading
City shares information regarding the State of North Carolina Investigative Report Posted on 05/14/2020 In 2019, the Office of the State Auditor (OSA) initiated an investigation of the City of Rocky Mount (City) based on complaints received through its Hotline and other means. After more than a year of investigating, on April 8, 2020, a … Continue reading FYI: City Shares Info Regarding State Investigative Report: Getting Ahead of the Story
“Architecture has its own realm. It has a special physical relationship with life... a sensitive container for the rhythm of footsteps on the floor, for the concentration of work, for the silence of sleep.” Peter Zumthor, Thinking Architecture I think of the rustic charm of exposed brickwork in buildings as art. The colors and textures … Continue reading The Beauty of Brick In The Restoration of Rocky Mount – Main Street and Beyond
“Look at the places where no one looks, so you can see the things no one sees!” Mehmet Murat ildan Those who follow Main Street know the words to its theme song about preservation, restoration, and repurposing the commercial buildings in historic downtown. One of the verses is about finding a heartbeat and pulse in … Continue reading Main Street Exhibit – Remembrance of Things Past
I often sing a few lines from a Joe Cocker song when I think of those I am grateful for, love, and admire. I haven't met Mr. White, so it is unusual to connect a song with a stranger. There are exceptions. Mr. White is another 'angel unaware' that has come to Main Street. You … Continue reading Stepheny Sings A Joe Cocker Song to Troy White – A New Face on Howard Street
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