Culinary Heritage: Discover Haiti’s Flavors in Rocky Mount’s Historic Setting – Kafe Louverture

When I first saw this restored historical facade just off Main Street on Tarboro, I felt like the little girl I once was, opening my mother's jewelry box to discover a shiny broach, a sparkly bracelet, an old ring, a gold choker necklace. This restored facade and interior are like a found treasure buried in … Continue reading Culinary Heritage: Discover Haiti’s Flavors in Rocky Mount’s Historic Setting – Kafe Louverture →

Fireworks Over Rocky Mount, NC: For Tanika Bryant And The Central City Revitalization Panel (CCRP)

https://videopress.com/v/BdZhd5dP?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true THE BEST NEWS POSSIBLE - Rocky Mount Regains Main Street Program Accreditation Of all the great news this past week for Rocky Mount, NC, which included 140 boy and girl soccer teams at the Event Center with fantastic reviews and a grant of $450k for a new business launching a food distribution operation, ROCKY … Continue reading Fireworks Over Rocky Mount, NC: For Tanika Bryant And The Central City Revitalization Panel (CCRP) →

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 →

155 S.E. Main Street: ‘HauteQture’ A Dream Coming True

Built in 1890, I had my inspectors hat on looking at this Main Street building next door to Davis Furniture. It once was several stories high but a fire took care of that. The hardscape (sidewalk design), bench and maturing tree in front of the building make a lovely setting. This wonderful curb appeal is … Continue reading 155 S.E. Main Street: ‘HauteQture’ A Dream Coming True →

Census Change: Happy Hill Shifted To Ward 2 – How’s It Working Out

I'm sure like me, you have opinions about things that need better understanding before putting them out there. In my case I'm referring to the Census that took place in 2023. My concern is how the Census impacts a historic neighborhood like Happy Hill. Happy Hill in Ward 4 has been shifted to Ward 2. … Continue reading Census Change: Happy Hill Shifted To Ward 2 – How’s It Working Out →

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 →