Look at a touring bike like a
Fuji Touring or a
Co-Motion Americano or a something verstile like a
Schwinn Super Sport DBX. There are many others, but you want something rugged but with a more relaxed/comfortable geometry that can handle most road/paved trail conditions. Should test ride or rent whatever bike you are interested in before making a decision. Some bikes just fit better or feel like they would perform better for the road conditions in your area.