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Statistics Prove: “Yes” Vote Is Pushing The Most Gerrymandered Map In USA

With the final day of voting, April 21, approaching, more Virginians are paying attention to the current election. Many are puzzled or even enraged by some of the following...

Roanoke Animal Cancer Care and Research Center Helps Cat Reach Remission

Cynthia Sutton drives 3 ½ hours every three weeks from Big Stone Gap to Roanoke...

RCPS and Carilion Clinic Announce Long-Term Partnership

Roanoke County Public Schools (RCPS) and Carilion Clinic are proud to announce a long-term partnership...

Roanoke City School Board Approves Staffing Reductions to Address Structural Funding Gap

At its March 24 meeting, the Roanoke City School Board approved a plan to address...

Youngkin Blasts Spanberger For “Blatant Lie” On Gerrymander “Yes” Vote

Former Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R), usually known for his mild-mannered demeanor, broke with decorum and...

Virginia’s Blue Ridge Highlights Outdoor Adventures for Spring

Spring Outdoor Adventures in Virginia's Blue Ridge ?Spring is the time to get outside and there are more than a few options for outdoor adventure...

VA Western Al Pollard Culinary Arts Program Hosts First Culinary Arts Salon

Virginia Western Community College’s Al Pollard Culinary Arts Program recently hosted its first Culinary Arts Salon with funding support from the Virginia Western Education...

Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center of Roanoke Receives First Baby Black Bear of 2021

On April 16th, 2021 the Southwest Virginia Wildlife Center of Roanoke received the state of Virginia's FIRST baby American black bear of 2021. The baby...

Virginia Senate Rejects Gun Control Bill Amendments

The Virginia Senate rejected the governor’s amendments to a bill that restricts the gun rights of anyone convicted for assault and battery of a...

The Last N&W Passenger Train Leaving Roanoke Was Steam-Powered

On March 30, 1971 Norfolk and Western announced that last runs of trains 301-304, The Wabash Cannonball, 121-124, The City of Decatur and 3-4,...

Roanoke Parks and Recreation to Seek Citizen Input on Facility Improvements

Roanoke’s Parks and Recreation Department is asking residents to help reimagine recreation facilities in the City. On Thursday, April 22, at 6 p.m., the...