Golden Mile sparkles for shoppers

By Bill Stancil | February 9, 2012 - 9:46pm

The Rocky Mount shopping district is serving a population of about 300,000 people, according to Alan Matthews, Rocky Mount Area Chamber of Commerce director of business recruitment.

Restaurants offer plenty of choices

By Jenny Braswell | February 9, 2012 - 9:44pm

 From Bone Inn Seafood at the Crossroad’s menu of fresh fish and classic Southern sides to the Caribbean flair of Taste of Paradise on Atlantic Avenue, diners in Rocky Mount have lots of local options.

Recreation opportunities abound in local parks

By Justin Hite | February 9, 2012 - 9:42pm

A few miles from Interstate 95 and just a few steps off U.S. 64 are 143 acres of open land.

Health care providers nurture residents of all ages

By Bill Stancil | February 9, 2012 - 9:37pm

Nash Health Care System in Rocky Mount and Heritage Hospital in Tarboro are both carrying health care into the future at a fast clip.

Schools provide knowledge key to success

By Jim Holt | February 9, 2012 - 9:35pm

Twin Counties residents seeking a degree in higher education don’t have to look far.

Local festivals provide fun year-round

By Laura McFarland | February 9, 2012 - 9:32pm

If there is one thing people in the Twin Counties know how to do, it’s throw a party.

Area's strategic location offers quick access to practivally everywhere

By W. Terry Smith | February 9, 2012 - 9:30pm

The Twin Counties is strategically located to attract industry and business.

Medical clinics offer range of specialties

By Bill Stancil | February 9, 2012 - 9:28pm

Many physicians have formed clinics where the causes of our pains can be fully diagnosed and treated more thoroughly and efficiently than they ever could before.

Chambers are advocates for commerce, community

By W. Terry Smith | February 9, 2012 - 9:19pm

Everyone needs friends, and the chambers of commerce in the Twin Counties work hard to be the business community’s best friends.

Local organizations help unite community

By Jenny Braswell | February 9, 2012 - 8:36pm

Life in Rocky Mount is enhanced by the social and civic organizations that bring together people who share common interests and a common goal of improving their communities.

Nash County offers down-home charm

By Charles Kinnin | February 9, 2012 - 8:35pm

Nash County isn’t all about Rocky Mount.

Edgecombe County rich in history

By W. Terry Smith | February 9, 2012 - 8:32pm

Tarboro, a picturesque town on the Tar River, is the county seat and home to the Blount-Bridgers House, a museum and headquarters for the community’s vibrant art community.