The untold story of an African American community in Rocky Mount Gene Marrano February 3, 2023 1 min read A new exhibit at the Franklin County Library in Rocky Mount tells the untold story of the African American community’s impact on the Town’s growth. WFIR’s Denise Allen Membreno reports: About the Author Gene Marrano Editor View All Posts Share: Continue Reading Previous: February is Youth Mental Health Awareness MonthNext: Three teens shot in northwest Roanoke incident last night Related Stories 2 min read MotoAmerica brings ‘game changer’ concussion blood test to Virginia races Ian Price August 1, 2025 2 min read On 88th anniversary, advocates say federal cannabis ban built on ‘racial stereotypes’ Ian Price August 1, 2025 1 min read Melrose Plaza celebrates its official grand opening Gene Marrano July 31, 2025
