We always knew Rocky Mount was remarkable. Now, several  awards and recognitions will help us spread the word.

Several departments within the City of Rocky Mount received awards for excellence, and we’d like to congratulate them on their achievements!

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The city of Rocky Mount made several proclamations recently. These announcements honored citizens, recognized employees and encouraged us all to take an active role in our community. Find out more about the latest developments in our city.

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The Rocky Mount Public Utilities division earned a national award for its exemplary service in providing natural gas. The American Public Gas Association (APGA) organization is comprised of companies across the country that provide natural gas to more than 5 million customers. 

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So often, we all express concerns but don’t take the initiative to make our community, city, and even our world, a better place. We’re very fortunate that Rocky Mount provides a wide variety of commissions to offer citizens the opportunity to take a more active role in city government.

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It may seem too early to worry about winter's chill, but some simple planning steps now will help Rocky Mount residents save money on their energy bill. We’ve compiled five different ways you can save this year! 

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Friendly locals. A great place to raise children. A blossoming downtown. There are several reasons to choose Rocky Mount, NC as your new home. Whether you are an entrepreneur hoping to start your own craft brewery or you want to settle down in an area where life is "well run," there are a lot of things you should know about the area. Set aside the moving boxes for a moment and read through these three tips for moving to Rocky Mount. 

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The Rocky Mount City Council officially approved the reduced electric rates resulting from the Duke Energy Progress asset sale.  Rocky Mount Public Utilities customers saw a reduction of roughly 3.18 cents per kilowatt-hour. 

But how did the city get there? Why was this issue with public utilities vital for economic development? Learn the story behind the story.

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A lower cost of living can affect every aspect of a city: it can reduce unemployment by enticing new businesses and industries, and it can fight poverty by offering more affordable alternatives than living in larger--and more expensive--areas.Rocky Mount, NC is fortunate to have plentiful resources to enhance the quality of life and to be a city where residents can enjoy one of the lowest costs of living in North Carolina. 

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The recent cold snap brings to mind two things. First, it is important to have housing that is well-insulated and energy efficient. Second, it also serves as a reminder that in challenging economic times, those in need may find it difficult to pay their utility bills. That’s why the City of Rocky Mount offers help for families through the Winter Assistance for Rocky Mount program (W.A.R.M.).

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Rocky Mount Public Utilities has earned the prestigious Silver designation award in the American Public Gas Association’s SOAR program. See how this demonstrates Rocky Mount's commitment to safety and service!

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