The Nash County Farmers Market is getting ready to grow. The market has received $308,000 in state funding to support an expansion that includes plans for a permanent general store, commercial kitchen and community garden. The funding marks a significant investment in a market that has been connecting local farmers and shoppers for more than two decades. The permanent general store is currently expected to open in spring 2027, although details surrounding the store and its op

The long weekend is almost here, and there are plenty of ways to enjoy Labor Day without traveling far from home. From local shopping and live music to family activities and one last taste of summer, the Twin Counties have several ways to fill your weekend. The weekend kicks off Friday night in Downtown Rocky Mount with the final First Friday Night Market of the 2026 season. From 7 to 10 p.m., the downtown area will feature more than 60 local vendors, food and drinks, music,

A new transportation connection between Rocky Mount and Raleigh is moving closer to reality after the North Carolina Department of Transportation awarded $3 million to launch a commuter bus service between the two cities. The project cleared another major hurdle when the Rocky Mount City Council approved the matching funds needed to secure the grant. The initial service is expected to provide weekday transportation between Rocky Mount and Raleigh during peak commuting hours.