Tip Top Park, located at 1912 S. Church Street in South Rocky Mount , is more than a neighborhood green space—it’s a place where neighbors gather, children play, and community traditions take root. Each year, the park becomes a hub of warmth and celebration during the South Rocky Mount Annual Christmas Tree Lighting , a beloved event that brings residents together to celebrate the season and one another. This year’s celebration will take place on Thursday, December 18 , with

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tar River Region CEO Ron Green has officially been recognized on a national stage. At the 2025 Southeast & Southwest Regional Leadership Conference, Green received the prestigious Blue Spirit Award—the highest honor presented to a regional CEO by Boys & Girls Clubs of America President Jim Clark. Only five CEOs in the entire country receive this recognition each year, placing the Twin Counties firmly in the national spotlight.

On Monday, December 22, Ripe for Revival will host its Annual Christmas Food Distribution, and volunteers of all ages are invited to help pack and distribute food boxes and bags filled with hope and nourishment for families in need. This is a family-friendly volunteer opportunity—a powerful way to teach children the value of service while making a real, hands-on impact together.