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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...

Planting Peace: Roanoke Honors Unsolved Homicide Victims with Memorial Trees

Grief is not silent—but it often grows quietly. This spring, the City of Roanoke’s Gun Violence Prevention Commission (GVPC) will launch Planting Peace, a...

Teen Apprenticeship Program Celebrates 9th Graduating Class in Roanoke

What started as an innovative way to connect Roanoke’s youth with career opportunities has grown into a pipeline of talent and success for the...

Roanoke County to Host Community Meetings for the Glenvar Center Plan

Roanoke County will host two community meetings to learn about residents’ preferences for the Glenvar Center Plan, a planning study that will examine the...

New Freedom Farm Seeks Help for Critically Injured Miniature Horses

New Freedom Farm is reaching out with heavy hearts and an urgent plea. Not sure if everyone has heard about the most recent rescue New...

North Cross Middle School Robotics Team Headed to World Competition

On April 12, the North Cross middle school robotics team won the Virginia State KidWind Challenge at James Madison University. As the champions in...

City of Roanoke Appoints Jillian Papa as Director of Planning, Building, and Development

The City of Roanoke is pleased to announce the appointment of Jillian Papa as its new Director of Planning, Building, and Development. A seasoned...