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 1 min read Two polls show tightening races for statewide positions Gene Marrano October 21, 2025 1 min read Federal shutdown could mean delay for SNAP benefits in November Gene Marrano October 21, 2025 2 min read Local moving company’s third annual “Movers for Mutts” donation drive enters final weeks Ian Price October 21, 2025