Rocky Mount municipal network issue disrupts utility payments

Rocky Mount, North Carolina, reported a network connectivity issue affecting municipal systems and utility payment access in an October 26, 2026, notice. The city waived late fees for delays caused by the interruption. In an October 29 update, the city's Technology Services Department confirmed that network connectivity and city systems had been fully restored, including utility payments and all regular payment options. The precise onset, underlying cause and any cyber involvement remain unestablished.