What makes a restaurant more than just a place to gather for dinner? At Prime Smokehouse in Rocky Mount, the answer can be found in the music, artwork, atmosphere and, most importantly, the people who come together around the table. For husband-and-wife owners Ed Wiley III and Yalem Kiros, Prime Smokehouse reflects a shared belief that food and fellowship have the power to connect people from all walks of life. But there's much more to the story behind this Rocky Mount establ

There's something special about fall in Eastern North Carolina, and Downtown Tarboro is bringing together some of the season's best offerings for an afternoon along the Tar River! On Sunday, November 1, Brewgrass Festival will take over the Tarboro Riverfront from 12 PM to 5 PM, bringing live bluegrass music, local breweries, food trucks and beautiful riverfront views together for a celebration of music, community and fall fun. Whether you're a bluegrass enthusiast, enjoy dis

What started as a lifelong dream has become something much bigger for one Princeville native. With more than 35 years of experience cutting meat professionally, Kendrick Boney turned his passion into a family-owned business when he opened Big Bones Meat Market in 2024. But for Boney, it's about more than providing quality meat and fresh produce. It's about giving back to the community he calls home. Located in historic Princeville, Big Bones Meat Market is helping address a n