Honoring the Past, Building a Future
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
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
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 Over the Guard Rails
I have a dream that one day every valley shall be exalted, every hill and mountain shall be made low, the rough places will be made plain, and the crooked places will be made straight, and the glory of the Lord shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together. We recognize these lines … Continue reading Andre Knight’s Speech: “How Dare You Challenge Us”
"What is historic, and worth saving, varies with the beholder, but some definition is urgent. Simply put, “historic” means “old and worth the trouble.” It applies to a building that’s part of a community’s tangible past. And though it may surprise cynics, old buildings can offer opportunities for a community’s future. " - Julia Rocchi … Continue reading A Quick Visit With Stepheny To Henderson, NC: An Accredited Main Street Program
Elvis Presley is dead and I'm not feeling so well myself - Gerald Grizzard Saturday evening, Duke losses, thank goodness I have some delicious left-overs to make myself feel better. I love The Prime Smokehouse, the staff, Yalem's river side garden. The interior of the restaurant is tastefully done, great natural light, energy, jazz playing … Continue reading Rocky Mount: Eating Left-Overs From The Prime Smoke House
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