The Rocky Mount City Council has adopted the Fiscal Year 2027 Budget • Rocky Mount, NC The Rocky Mount City Council has officially adopted the City's Fiscal Year 2027 budget, marking an important step as city leaders continue efforts to strengthen financial stability while maintaining services and investing in the community. The adopted budget totals approximately $269.7 million and includes funding for core city services, infrastructure improvements, public safety, transport

What happens when a successful engineer decides to follow a passion for baking? For Gabby Pacelli, it meant leaving behind a career in engineering and taking a leap of faith to create something special for the Rocky Mount community. In the latest edition of the Tar River Art & Culture Magazine, we share the story behind Pacelli's Bakery, one of Rocky Mount's newest small businesses. From her early days learning in her family's bakery to building a loyal following through loca

Still looking for the perfect Father's Day gift? Don't worry—we've rounded up some local ideas that are sure to make Dad's day memorable. 🍽️ Dinner at One of Dad's Favorite Local Restaurants You can never go wrong with a great meal. Consider taking Dad to: Prime Smokehouse Lilyann's Barley & Burger The Rustler Steakhouse Bonus points if you pick up the tab! 🎯 A Day at Rose Hill Sporting Clays Treat Dad to a day outdoors at Rose Hill Sporting Clays. Whether he's an experienc