A Tale of Two Beaches, and Six Women
My mother was standing in a hotel room in Virginia Beach a few weeks ago, snapping open a small box and pulling out a tangle of necklace, when a thin gold band tumbled out with it. She saw it and laughed. My sister Meg saw it and laughed.
Elective Surgery: Get Ready, Get Set, Get Better
The advantage with elective surgery is that you have time to think, prepare and get your body ready for the procedure – whether it’s cosmetic or health-crucial.
The Roanoker Talks to Sally Mann
The New York Times Magazine editor calls Sally Mann two or three times a year offering assignments. Jodi Foster, Al Gore, a dead body in Tennessee.
“And I have to turn her down,” says Mann. “I don’t do editorial work.”
Off the Clock: Pimpin Pumpkins! Cara Goes to the Prom
Fifteen years ago, I would have been mortified.
I’m driving downtown on a cool spring Saturday evening, headed to Hotel Roanoke.
I’m going to the prom.
My first prom since 1991.
The Roanoker Talks to Doc Watson
Doc Watson is a legend in mountain music. Now 81 years old, he’s not had an easy life, starting with a childhood infection that left him blind from his first few years of life.
Secrets of a Healthy Relationship
Ever wonder what it takes to make it to the top? Or what habits and qualities it takes to excel? We asked some of Roanoke’s most prominent couples to spill their spouses’ secrets… of success.
Medical Marvels Ready for You
Can we live forever? Well, no. But with the introduction of so many improvements in medical technology and treatments, the possibilities of at least extending our life expectancy are increasing.
Kathleen’s Miracle: Walking in Faith and Courage
She was young and beautiful. The picture of health. Then, three weeks into her freshman year, she knew something was wrong with her leg. Something serious. With real pain. And unexplained swelling.
Why do they hate our J.J.?
It’s been obvious for a while now just how badly people want to get a hold of the young Mr. Redick, the Duke University guard (and former Cave Spring star) with the sweetest shooting stroke in all of college basketball.
And Then, There’s Our Other Superstar
J.J. Redick and George Lynch have little in common, except that they’re the sole inhabitants of a very exclusive club.