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Physician-Turned Tech Executive to Speak on AI in Medicine in Roanoke

When Vivian Lee talks about how artificial intelligence (AI) may shape the future of health care, she speaks from experience. Lee has spent decades at the frontline of health...

Beloved Roanoke Therapy Dog Battles Cancer With Community Support

Ragnar gave himself to others in some of their darkest days for most of the...

Omnium + Scratch Race Wins for Virginia’s Blue Ridge TWENTY28

This year will look a little different than seasons past—in the best way. We’re leaning...

Shockwave Therapy Helps Roanoke Dog Regain Mobility and Quality of Life

Lindsay Caplan knew something had changed the moment she pulled into the parking lot. For years,...

Class Project Grows Into Lasting Food Access Effort in Roanoke

Etta Hanlon didn’t expect a class assignment to blossom into a sustained community partnership addressing...

Increased SNAP Match Days Return at the Historic Roanoke City Market

Downtown Roanoke, Inc. (DRI) announces the eagerly awaited return of Member One Mega Market Match! On Mega Market Match days, customers purchasing EBT/SNAP tokens...

Food Truck Thursdays Returns to Walrond Park on May 22

Roanoke County is hosting Food Truck Thursday at Walrond Park on Thursday, May 22 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Savor delicious eats while...

Roanoke’s Mark Lawrence Among VA Tech Honorees for Impact and Leadership

Virginia Tech will recognize four distinguished individuals during University Commencement for their outstanding contributions to the university and communities. During the ceremony, the university will...

Virginia’s Blue Ridge Cycling Team Dominates Tour de Bloom

There’s been no shortage of action on and off the bike this spring, and we’re proud to see the momentum around cycling in our...

YMCA of Virginia’s Blue Ridge Opens Registration for 2025 Summer Camps

Registration is now open for summer camps at the YMCA of Virginia’s Blue Ridge, offering enriching and engaging options for children of all ages...

Skyline Stage Announced at Mill Mountain Zoo

Mill Mountain Zoo is thrilled to announce their latest capital project, the Skyline Stage!   They believe there are four basic principles of social justice: access,...