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Roanoke conference to spotlight impact of community partnerships

For four decades, the hum of the Donnkenny textile factory signaled steady work for families in Floyd and across the region. When it closed about 25 years ago, the...

Hokies called to lead with respect and spirit for Saturday’s gameday

Dear Hokies — As we gear up for Saturday’s home game vs. Old Dominion, let’s make...

Master Naturalists Celebrate 20 Years of Conservation Across Virginia

Two decades after its start, the Virginia Master Naturalist program continues to empower volunteers to...

WVTF helps bring community radio to Northwest Roanoke

Tune a Roanoke Valley radio to 96.9 FM and supple jazz melodies play. Soon that...

Blue Ridge TWENTY28 Dominates Gateway Cup With Omnium and Stage Wins

As the country paused to celebrate the grit and ingenuity of American workers, our crew...

DAR Members Promote America’s 250th at Roanoke Museum Event

On Tuesday, May 27, members of the Colonel William Preston Chapter, National Society Daughters of the Revolution (NSDAR), Roanoke, Va. met in the lobby...

Build Smart in Roanoke Launches Free Camp for High School Students

Build Smart Institute is excited to announce its first hands-on summer program designed for high school students interested in exploring careers in construction. The Concrete...

Free Summer Meals for Roanoke Children Available Starting June 9

Roanoke City Public Schools (RCPS) serves meals at no charge to children 18 and under through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Summer Nutrition...

Larue V. Dickerson to Take the Oath of Office as New Roanoke Postmaster

Roanoke native LaRue V. Dickerson will be sworn in as Roanoke’s Postmaster during at an official installation ceremony on May 30, at 11 a.m.,...

Memorial Day tips for making a better burger from VA Tech meat science experts

For most Americans, Memorial Day is a time for remembering fallen service members, sunny summer weather, and family time. For over 61 percent of...

SMLCA Considers Opening Satellite Campus in Roanoke

Smith Mountain Lake Christian Academy (SMLCA) of Moneta is exploring the possibility of opening a satellite campus in Roanoke for the 2025-2026 school year. An...