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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...

What Are the Best Cities Near Roanoke for Retirement?

Here’s Where to Find Luxury Living and Great Assisted Care Roanoke might be your home base, but when it comes to retiring or finding...

Roanoke Mayoral Candidate Response: Merrie Turner

To help promote an informed citizenry, The Roanoke Star asked the candidates running to be Roanoke City’s next mayor the following question. What do you believe...

Why Open Conversations About Mental Health Matter for Teens

Mental health has become a critical topic of discussion, especially for teenagers navigating the challenges of adolescence. The teenage years are filled with emotional,...

HOPE Heat Resilience Poster Display Highlights Grant’s Impact on Northwest Roanoke

From high schoolers measuring heat and presenting their findings on the national stage to churchgoers discussing Bible based responses to urban heat; from murals...

Routine Checkup at Uncovers Serious Heart Condition in 8-Year-old Dog

Louie, an 8-year-old Cavalier King Charles spaniel, is a loyal, happy, and lucky dog. A routine exam at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine's Veterinary Teaching...

It’s Snow Joke – Citizens Invited To Name Roanoke’s Snowplows

As the City of Roanoke Fleet division is preparing for the upcoming winter, it is time to add a bit of fun to the...