Best of the Best: 40 Stars of 40 Years
As this magazine celebrates its 40th anniversary, we asked our loyal readers to help us salute some of the Roanoke Valley’s finest and brightest of that period.
The Poff Building Renovation: What $82 Million Can (And Didn’t) Do to a $14 Million Structure
The 2009 Stimulus Act fired $51 million toward a “shovel-ready” renovation project in Roanoke, but a lack of aim contributed to massive cost overruns.
Design ‘79: The Choice of the Citizens
Credit for the successful implementation of Design ‘79 – both at the time of its conception and over the 35 years since – has gone too largely to the business committee that helped back it. The real kudos go to the citizens of Roanoke.
Appreciations & Deprecations: Perspectives on Roanoke Over the Years
As we look back over 40 years, we asked several fine writers to talk about what this place means to them.
2054 – Roanoke 40 years from Now . . .
A group of prominent Roanokers takes quick stock of the past 40 years in Roanoke and looks into a collective crystal ball to predict what the next 40 will bring.
Trails and Trains
David Foster is not one to sit in a recliner watching TV all day. His retirement days are filled with activities that keep him outdoors, involved in the community or traveling to fun places.
Fulfilling Her Relaxed – But Fun – Bucket List
Kathi Pietron is not a risk taker. You won’t see skydiving or ziplining on her retirement bucket list. But that doesn’t mean she’s not satisfied with what is on her list. It’s exactly what she wants to do.
The Write Time
Since 18 years of age, Mike Davis knew he wanted to be a writer. But it wasn’t until retirement that he began to fulfill his dream.