A night of community, connection and support is coming to Rocky Mount this Thursday as Picnic for Peacemakers returns for another year. On Thursday, October 1, Peacemakers will welcome supporters to Rise Church for what the organization calls its biggest fundraiser of the year. The annual picnic is an opportunity to gather together while supporting the work Peacemakers carries out with children and families in South Rocky Mount and surrounding communities. For those already f

Grab your walking shoes! The 2026 Twin Counties Heart Walk is happening this Saturday, bringing our community together for a morning centered around heart health, awareness and making a difference. The walk will take place Saturday, September 26 at North Carolina Wesleyan University, with the event beginning at 10 a.m. Organized by the American Heart Association, the Heart Walk is an opportunity for friends, families, businesses and organizations to come together in support o

Pumpkins, live music, food, shopping and plenty of small-town fun — one of Nash County’s favorite fall traditions is almost here! The 53rd Spring Hope National Pumpkin Festival returns October 2–3, 2026, bringing two days of fall festivities to Spring Hope. Whether the Pumpkin Festival is already part of your yearly tradition or you’re planning to experience it for the first time, this is one weekend worth putting on the calendar. The fun gets started Friday evening with the