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Twin County Media Highlighting the positive news and events taking place in Nash and Edgecombe counties.

01/07/2026

✨ From family fun and live entertainment to book clubs, dancing, and brunch, there’s something for everyone across Nash & Edgecombe Counties this weekend — here’s what’s happening Jan 9–11!

🎤 FRIDAY, Jan 9
• T.G.I. Stream Day @ Edgecombe County Memorial Library – 1–4pm
• Friday Night Karaoke @ Four Boars Brewpub – 6–10pm
• Live Music w/ Tony Jonez & Craig Sexy @ location TBD – 6–9pm
• 18th Annual Daddy & Daughter Enchanted Garden Dance @ NCC Brown Auditorium – 6–8pm
• Magic the Gathering Commander FNM @ Otaku Night In – 6–9pm
• Ali Siddiq Live @ The Dunn Center – 7pm

🎶 SATURDAY, Jan 10
• Pokemon Tournament @ 1151 Falls Rd, Rocky Mount – 10am–7pm
• Ladies Circle Prayer @ 112 W Hope Lodge St, Tarboro – 10am–1pm
• Sugar Plum Fairy Tea Party @ Edgecombe County Memorial Library – 10–11:30am
• Page Turners Book Club @ Artists Art Center – 12–1:30pm
• Lego Fun @ Braswell Memorial Library – 1pm
• January Winter Workshop Series @ 301 S Church St, Rocky Mount – 3:30pm
• 18th Annual Daddy & Daughter Garden Dance @ NCC Brown Auditorium – 6–8pm
• Live Music by Southern Rant @ Four Boars Brewpub – 6:30pm
• Music Bingo @ Bright Penny Brewing Outpost – 7pm

☕ SUNDAY, Jan 11
• Sunday Brunch @ Northgreen Country Club – 11am–4pm
• Open Hours @ Tarboro Brewing Company – 12–6pm
• Wedding Expo @ Brown’s Event Center – 12–3:30pm
• January Silent Book Club @ Rocky Mount Mills – 1pm
• commUNITY Drumming @ Oak Grove Retreat – 2pm
• Crafting Club @ Tarboro Brewing Company – 4–6pm

Plus more events on our hand-curated community calendar — tap the link in bio to see what’s happening this week and beyond!

From a roadside refuge to a legendary barbecue destination, the Lincoln Park Restaurant & Motel holds a powerful place i...
01/07/2026

From a roadside refuge to a legendary barbecue destination, the Lincoln Park Restaurant & Motel holds a powerful place in Rocky Mount’s history.

Opened in 1953 during the height of segregation, Lincoln Park was more than a restaurant and motel—it was a safe haven for Black travelers navigating the Jim Crow South, a Green Book-listed landmark, and a gathering place where food, music, and community thrived. From Clarence Pittman’s famous pit-cooked barbecue to performances by icons like Mahalia Jackson and B.B. King, its walls witnessed resilience, culture, and joy in the face of injustice.

Want to know how one family-run business became both a culinary legend and a cornerstone of African American history in Eastern North Carolina?
You’ll have to read the full story.

Click the link in bio to read the full article from Tar River Art + Culture Magazine about the legacy, impact, and lasting significance of the Lincoln Park Restaurant & Motel.
www.twincountymedia.com/realestatemagazine

This article is from Tar River Art + Culture Magazine, created in collaboration with Justin Sykes of Nash County Nosh—bringing forward the stories, people, and places that shaped our region.

01/06/2026

In this episode, we sit down with Matt Dameron, a stand-up comedian based in North Carolina whose comedy is deeply rooted in his upbringing right here in Rocky Mount. Matt grew up with a classic rural Southern background—fishing, riding four-wheelers, working land—and that “country life meets small-town reality” perspective has become a defining thread in his stand-up.

Matt began performing comedy about seven years ago and has steadily built his career through relentless touring and repeated gigs. Along the way, he’s found a unique balance: embracing his Southern roots while telling stories on his own terms. His authenticity and sharp observational style have earned him spots sharing the stage with major names like comedian David Lucas.

We talk about Matt’s journey into comedy, the grind of touring, and why his brand of lived-experience, Southern-flavored stand-up resonates with audiences looking for something real, relatable, and unfiltered. Tune in to hear how a Rocky Mount native is carving out space in the national comedy scene—without losing where he came from.

Follow Matt and keep up with his tour dates and content:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattdameroncomedy/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattyDentertainment/

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We’re proud to introduce our newest Community Partner, Emerald Asset Management, Inc.Emerald Asset Management provides t...
01/05/2026

We’re proud to introduce our newest Community Partner, Emerald Asset Management, Inc.

Emerald Asset Management provides thoughtful, long-term investment management and financial planning for individuals, families, and institutions.

With a disciplined, research-driven approach, their team focuses on helping clients grow and protect wealth through customized portfolio management, retirement planning, and fiduciary guidance—always putting clients’ goals first.

Learn more about their investment philosophy and services by visiting Emeraldam.com.

12/31/2025

and kick off the new year in style!
- New Year's Eve Kids' Countdown at Sky-Vue Skateland
- New Year's Eve Kids Event and Downtown Countdown on Courthouse Square Town of Tarboro
- New Year's Eve at Taps on Main with RT Johnson
- New Year's Day Celebration at Oak Grove Retreat
- And so much more!

If you're coming from out of town, don't forget to check out our excellent local hotels and Airbnbs: https://bit.ly/3B2uywQ

12/23/2025

In this episode, we sit down with John Lea and Gardner Noble of Simmons & Harris, a full-service commercial real estate firm based in Rocky Mount. As key brokers serving the industrial, land, office, retail, flex, and multifamily markets, John and Gardner join Benton Moss, President & CEO, for a wide-ranging conversation about the firm’s strategy, the region’s economic momentum, and the future of commercial real estate in Eastern North Carolina.

We discuss the exciting news that construction has officially begun on Building #1 at the Rocky Mount Industrial Village, with additional flex and industrial spaces planned. This development signals rising demand for logistics and industrial facilities in the Twin Counties—driven by the region’s competitive costs, strong workforce, and strategic transportation access. John and Gardner break down why tenants and investors are increasingly looking east, and how Simmons & Harris is positioning itself through integrated management, leasing, construction, and redevelopment services to support long-term regional growth.

Our conversation also explores broader economic themes: the need for workforce housing, the importance of infrastructure investment, and the area’s potential to diversify beyond traditional agriculture and manufacturing. With thoughtful industrial recruiting and coordinated development, the region is poised to attract new sectors, strengthen employment opportunities, and elevate commercial property values.

Tune in for an inside look at Eastern North Carolina’s evolving commercial landscape—and what Simmons & Harris sees coming next for Rocky Mount and the Twin Counties.
https://www.twincountymedia.com/

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Looking ahead to 2026 and wondering what afterschool options are available for your child? From academic enrichment and ...
12/18/2025

Looking ahead to 2026 and wondering what afterschool options are available for your child? From academic enrichment and tutoring to arts, athletics, and hands-on programs, families in Nash and Edgecombe counties have more choices than ever.

👉 Read our full guide to explore local afterschool activities and find the program that fits your child’s interests, schedule, and goals. https://www.twincountymedia.com/

12/17/2025

✨ Your weekend guide is here! From live music and holiday lights to family fun and festive gatherings, here’s what’s happening around Nash & Edgecombe Counties this weekend. ✨

🎄 FRIDAY, Dec 19
• T.G.I. Stream Day @ Edgecombe County Memorial Library – 1–4pm
• Live Music with Raleigh Assassins @ Bright Penny Brewing Outpost – 6pm
• New Covenant at Christmas Lights on the Farm @ 11959 NC-222, Middlesex – 6:30–9pm
• Duopoly @ Four Boars Brewpub – 7–10pm

🎅 SATURDAY, Dec 20
• Concealed Carry Course @ 12503 W Hanes Ave, Middlesex – 8am–5pm
• Cars and Coffee @ Rocky Mount Mills – 8am–12pm
• FJS at the Farmers Market @ 1006 Peachtree St, Rocky Mount – 9am–1pm
• Nash County Farmers Market @ 1006 Peachtree St, Rocky Mount – 9am–1pm
• Christmas Toy Outreach @ New Life Church – 12pm
• Wine Tasting @ On the Square – 1:30–3:30pm
• Live Music with Story Charlemagne @ 1151 Falls Rd Suite 2033, Rocky Mount – 6–9pm
• Gospel Harmony Boys @ Christmas Lights on the Farm – 11959 NC-222, Middlesex – 6:30–9pm
• Live Jazz for the Holidays @ Larema Coffee House – 7–9pm
• Home for Christmas with Chandler James & Meredith Davis Johnson @ Nash County Arts Council – 7–8pm

🕯️ SUNDAY, Dec 21
• Christmas Cantata @ Watkins Chapel Baptist Church, Middlesex – 10am
• Christmas Service @ Taylor’s Chapel Church – 10am
• Winter Solstice Celebration @ Oak Grove Retreat – 10:30am
• Sunday Brunch @ Northgreen Country Club – 11am–4pm
• Christmas Candlelight Service @ Cedar Rock First Baptist Church – 11am
• Milk and Cookies with Santa @ The Ol’ Moose General Store Antiques – 1–3pm
• Christmas Children’s Program @ Sandy Cross Methodist Church – 5pm
• Gospel Harmony Boys @ Christmas Lights on the Farm – 11959 NC-222, Middlesex – 6:30–9pm

Each December, Tip Top Park becomes a place where South Rocky Mount comes together to celebrate the season and each othe...
12/17/2025

Each December, Tip Top Park becomes a place where South Rocky Mount comes together to celebrate the season and each other. The Annual Christmas Tree Lighting is a simple but powerful reminder of the impact of community, connection, and neighborhood pride.

Click the link below to read the full story to see how this tradition continues to light up South Rocky Mount—one gathering at a time.
www.twincountymedia.com

South Rocky Mount Community
Building Shalom

12/16/2025

Join us this week for a fun and inspiring episode with Khatari Lane, Founder and Managing Arts Director of NextUp Theatre, a youth community theatre dedicated to giving local young talent a place to shine. Khatari shares the story behind launching NextUp Theatre and his passion for creating accessible, high-quality performing arts opportunities for kids and teens in our community.

We talk about NextUp’s upcoming production of Disney’s Frozen Jr., hitting the stage on Thursday, December 18th and Friday, December 19th, with both performances beginning at 7:00 PM.

Khatari also discusses how NextUp Theatre has grown into a recurring community theatre option, offering exciting creative outlets for local families and youth interested in acting, singing, and stage performance.

Tune in to hear how NextUp Theatre is building confidence, creativity, and community through the arts.

To learn more about upcoming shows and events, follow NextUp Theatre on Facebook and visit https://linktr.ee/nextuptheatrerm

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12/11/2025

DAY 7: 15% off store wide + special 20% off sale section! Come see us today 10-5:30 & join us for our Allie Beads Trunk Show or use code: CDL15 on our site🎄

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