What if the cotton growing in a field in Tarboro could end up as the socks on your feet? For Mayo Mills, that idea has become a family business rooted in North Carolina agriculture, manufacturing and a desire to create something close to home. Tarboro native Tate Mayo, a fourth-generation farmer, joined forces with his sisters, Grace and Deanna Mayo, to launch Mayo Mills in 2017. Their concept starts with something their family knows well: cotton grown right here on the Mayo

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