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DMV Announces New Motorcycle License Pilot Program
New Program Makes It Easier for Experienced Riders to Get License Endorsement with Training Program CompletionMay is Motorcycle Safety Month, and the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) is...
Virginia Tech Student Aims to Open Equine Center for The Deaf
It’s rare for someone to have a clear North Star on their path.It’s even rarer...
Roanoke Valley Preservation Foundation / Virginia Preservation Announce 2024 Endangered Sites List
In recognition of National Preservation Month, the Roanoke Valley Preservation Foundation (RVPF) has announced their...
Steven Bathiche: Inventor, Engineer, Hokie . . .
Since the turn of the millennium, Steven Bathiche ’97 has led the Microsoft Applied Sciences...
Youngkin Signs Budget Legislation – Praises Bipartisan Support
Governor Glenn Youngkin signed the Virginia state budget bills HB 6001 and HB 6002, bipartisan...
Q Commons Event Hopes to Encourage Unity in Roanoke
Event to Feature Three National & Local Community LeadersIn the midst of a turbulent political atmosphere and a divided country, community members in...
Four Roanoke Honorees Inducted Into Grade-Level Reading Council of Champions
The Campaign for Grade-Level Reading (CGLR) Council of Champions has recognized four Roanoke individuals as the newest members of its Council. Dr. Rita Bishop, Superintendent of Roanoke...
Fall Color Forecast Looks Promising According to Virginia Tech Expert
All signs are pointing to a vibrant season of autumn color this year, thanks to plenty of summer and early fall rain, according to...
Roanoke City Asks for Citizen’s Input / Ideas for New Comprehensive Plan
The Planning, Building, and Development department is wrapping up the initial input phase for their new comprehensive plan - City Plan 2040. This will...
Roanoke Businessman / Benefactor Maury Strauss Gives $1 Million to VTCRI Lecture Series
Maury Strauss, a Roanoke businessman and a longtime community benefactor, has made a $1 million gift to the Virginia Tech Carilion Research Institute (VTCRI),...
Big Brothers Big Sisters Of SWVA Unveils New Brand Positioning Aimed at Volunteer Recruitment
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southwest Virginia along with more than 270 Big Brother Big Sisters affiliates across the country, today unveiled a new,...