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Gov. Spanberger Bans State Police/Agencies From Cooperating With Federal Immigration Law Enforcement

On February 4, Democrat Governor Abigail Spanberger marked yet another sharp break from the administration of her predecessor, Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R), by calling for state agencies to stop...

Sen. Head Issues Statement Supporting VMI’s Independence

The Roanoke Star reached out to two Roanoke-area members of the General Assembly, representing both...

War Department Wades Into VMI Controversy

The controversy surrounding the governance of the fabled Virginia Military Institute (VMI) ratcheted up a...

Laura Carini Confirmed as Roanoke City Attorney

Following an extensive national search, the City of Roanoke has appointed Laura M. Carini to...

VA Tech Earns National Recognition for Community Engagement

Virginia Tech has been awarded the 2026 Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement, a national...

New Section of Roanoke River Greenway Section Opens

The Roanoke River Greenway is one mile closer to full connectivity with the opening of a new section that intersects Peters Creek Road. To...

Blue Ridge Destination Vision Plan 2030 Progresses

A great place to live is typically a great place to visit. The Roanoke Valley Convention & Visitors Bureau (RVCVB) is leading the way...

MMT Brings Beauty and Beast to Life!

A classic fairytale popularized by Walt Disney’s animated feature film will come alive next month in Mill Mountain Theatre’s production of Disney’s Beauty and...

Norfolk Southern Building Goes On Market

Poe & Cronk / Colliers International List Norfolk Southern Office Building Poe & Cronk Real Estate Group and Colliers International have been selected to represent...

Roanoke / Blacksburg Regional Airport Receives Perfect Safety Rating

Federal Aviation Administration commends ROA for effective day to day operation procedures.  The Roanoke Regional Airport Commission has announced the recent completion of the Federal Aviation...

Mill Moutain Zoo Says Goodbye To Beloved Wolverine

Mill Mountain Zoo has announced the passing of Bo, a North American Wolverine on Tuesday, July 22, afternoon.  Diagnosed with an advanced and progressive...