The temperatures are cooling down, the evenings are getting a little more comfortable, and suddenly eating inside doesn’t sound quite as appealing. Fall is one of the best times to enjoy outdoor dining in the Twin Counties, and there are plenty of local spots where you can grab a table outside. Whether you’re craving barbecue, pizza, burgers or simply a drink with friends, here are a few places to add to your fall dining list. The Prime Smokehouse: Barbecue & Beyond | Rocky M

There’s something about fall evenings, good food and live music that just goes together — and one of Rocky Mount’s annual traditions is bringing all three together this October. The Rocky Mount Area Chamber of Commerce’s 34th Annual Oyster Roast returns on Thursday, October 15, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Smith’s Pavilion of Dortches. Presented by Bunn-Brantley Enterprises, the evening brings friends, family, colleagues and members of the local business community together for a night

A night of community, connection and support is coming to Rocky Mount this Thursday as Picnic for Peacemakers returns for another year. On Thursday, October 1, Peacemakers will welcome supporters to Rise Church for what the organization calls its biggest fundraiser of the year. The annual picnic is an opportunity to gather together while supporting the work Peacemakers carries out with children and families in South Rocky Mount and surrounding communities. For those already f