The untold story of an African American community in Rocky Mount Gene Marrano February 3, 2023 1 minute 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: Share: Post navigation Previous: February is Youth Mental Health Awareness MonthNext: Three teens shot in northwest Roanoke incident last night Related Stories RoVa Labs is “the next step” in the valley’s biotech ecosystem Gene Marrano April 14, 2026 UPDATE: Former Roanoke Rambler staff cite pay cuts in mass termination; new owner silent Ian Price April 13, 2026 Excel Center at Melrose Plaza making progress, forging partnerships Gene Marrano April 10, 2026
