Rocky Mount is welcoming another new restaurant to town. Texas Roadhouse will officially open its Rocky Mount location on Monday, September 14, bringing its well-known steaks, fresh-baked bread and made-from-scratch sides to the Twin Counties. The new restaurant is located at 541 N. Winstead Avenue, an area that has continued to see new businesses and development in recent years. To celebrate the opening, the Rocky Mount Area Chamber of Commerce will hold a ribbon cutting at

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,