How to Shop Roanoke
Who better for great shopping recommendations than someone who owned, for more than a quarter century, one of Roanoke’s favorite shops. Grab the wish list and c’mon along with Nancy Leggett.
How to Retire in Roanoke without being Retiring
The Roanoke Valley’s great health care, bounty of senior-related resources and overall friendliness provide a great underpinning for those choosing our mild climate, great scenery and multitude of housing choices.
RoanokeRec: How to Build Your Own Pentathlon
Yes, you could build your own pentathlon here, and a decathlon as well. Here are a few favorite spots to get out and get started, courtesy of Roanoke Valley partakers.
Arts Bounty: An Expert’s Don’t-Miss List
Since back when Center in the Square was brand new for the first time, Susan Jennings has been a strong voice and supporter of the arts in the Roanoke Valley. Here are her perspectives on how to get the most out of the Roanoke Valley’s arts.
Health Care: A Salute to Nurses
The compassionate caregiver. The keystone to healthcare. The silent hero. Yes, nurses embody all these things, and so much more. Nursing is a broad medical field where each person plays a part in meeting a common goal – caring for patients.
Learning for Life
Social distractions. Lack of confidence. Poor organizational skills. These are just a few factors educators and tutors in the area acknowledge as learning hindrances. But there are ways for students to reach their full potential. “Learning should be challenging, but fun,” says Dr. Carolyn Goodspeed of Goodspeed Learning Consultants. “We (as parents, teachers and learning […]
How To Find the Ideal Home
Why do we choose to live where we do? Answers can be pragmatic, such as convenience to work, prestigious location and potential for property to appreciate. Or, they can be as emotional as a desire to be near a favorite watering hole, or that you just plain fell in love with a house. All […]