Cary Cox
City Council Update 11/27/2023
Roberson wins second term as mayor
Mayor Sandy Roberson on Tuesday won re-election to a second four-year term in office, turning back a challenge from first-time candidate Theresa Alston Stokes. "I'll tell you: It was a hard election, but
Rocky Mount considers city-run ridesharing service as alternative to bus routes
Rocky Mount city leaders are considering microtransit as a new way to get around town. A report reviewed this week by Rocky Mount leaders recommended keeping eight of the city’s busiest bus
Mayor praises legislator's work on $8.5M state grant for Rocky Mount
Mayor Sandy Roberson earlier this week praised N.C. Rep. Shelly Willingham for securing an $8.5 million state grant for affordable housing and to help pay for a future judicial center. Mayor
City honors crew for saving a life in on-the-job medical emergency
A city Streets and Stormwater Division ditch crew, with help from employees of Express Staffing, saved a life recently and were honored Monday with a resolution during the City Council’s regular meeting.