We’ve been working behind the scenes on something special, and it’s finally time to give you a sneak peek at the cover of our Fall 2026 Tar River Art + Culture Magazine! This edition takes you deeper into the people, places, food, history and culture that make the Twin Counties unique. Our cover gives you just a glimpse, including an exclusive feature with local photographer Tim Sia — but there’s so much more waiting inside. Bringing these stories to life is writer Justin Syk

Something exciting is coming to Downtown Rocky Mount. The North Carolina Children’s Museum is expanding to the Imperial Centre for the Arts & Sciences, bringing its statewide vision for hands-on learning, creativity and discovery to the Twin Counties. Following approval from the Rocky Mount City Council, the museum will assume operation of the Imperial Centre’s Children’s Museum & Science Center, Arts Center and Community Theatre. The Rocky Mount location is set to become the

There’s no need to travel far to enjoy live music, performances and the arts this season. The Dunn Center at North Carolina Wesleyan University is celebrating its 30th year, and its upcoming schedule brings everything from Fleetwood Mac and Elvis to the United States Marine Band and holiday jazz right here to Rocky Mount. The season continues this Friday, September 18, with Tell Me Lies – A Celebration of Fleetwood Mac at 7:30 p.m. The returning tribute brings the sound and e