J.J. Newberry Co.

Who remembers this once-iconic storefront?
Heard it Through the Grapevine

Stave & Cork offers a curated wine flight haven with engaging winemaker stories and a welcoming vibe.
Faces of Small Business in the Star City: A Portrait Project

Local photographers share their picks for inspiring entrepreneurs through portraits.
Sugar Rush

Antojitos Daleyza in Roanoke offers a tantalizing mix of Mexican ice cream, innovative ramen dishes and cherished family recipes.
Building Connections Across Countries & Continents

Roanoke embraces our sister cities program to strengthen community bonds and cultural understanding.
Native Gardening

Learn the beauty and benefits of native gardening, and get inspired with top native plant picks for your vibrant gardens.
Stained Glass Beauties

Machine Creek Studios opens in downtown Roanoke.
Iconic Recreations: Katherine Devine

Artist and educator Katherine Devine lends us her talented eye for an incredible cover re-creation in honor of our 50th anniversary.
Do You Know… Melanie McFadyen?

Fincastle’s new town manager can’t wait to celebrate the 250-year-old town.
A Beacon on Mill Mountain

Before the Roanoke Star, there was another lighted structure that captured Roanoke’s attention and imagination.
