The Roanoker Magazine Documentary Set to Premiere

Blue Ridge PBS will air The Roanoker’s documentary about the magazine and its thread throughout our community’s history on Tuesday, December 3.
It’s the Truth! Liars Contest Honor for Two Roanoke Valley Residents

Roanoke Valley storytellers Chriss Tarantino and Leisa Thompson earned top honors for their wildly creative tall tales at Southwest Virginia’s first-ever Liars Contest, held at the June Bug Center in Floyd.
Roanoke Foodshed Network Secures $800,000 USDA Grant

The ‘Strong Food and Farm Future’ Project aims to build equitable and resilient food systems in the region.
“A Magical Cirque Christmas” Coming to Berglund Center December 17th!

Loaded with nostalgia, charm, comedy, music, and magic, “A Magical Cirque Christmas” makes a perfect date night, fun family adventure or group outing.
Desert to Bloom on Melrose Avenue

Northwest Roanoke welcomes the Market on Melrose, in partnership with Goodwill Industries and the City of Roanoke.
Mill Mountain Welcomes Male Bald Eagle Named Tommy

Mill Mountain Zoo announces the arrival of a non-releasable male Bald eagle, named, Tommy, who was born in 2020.
Holidays and Hilarity as Showtimers Brings In-Laws Outlaws to Roanoke

A local cast brings festive laughs and family mayhem to the Showtimers stage this holiday season.
Tickets on Sale Now for Southwest Virginia Ballet’s 2024 Production of “The Nutcracker” at The Berglund Center – The Home of Southwest Virginia Ballet

For 32 Decembers, the curtain has risen on Roanoke’s premier stage to the stirring strains of Tchaikovsky.
Savor Sweet Delights and Sip in Style

Our November episode offers indulgence as we chat about mouthwatering desserts with Evie’s Bistro & Bakery and expert wine pairings with Ryan McFeely of SML Fine Wines, offering the perfect blend of sweet and savory.
Dr. Robert Sandel, President of Virginia Western, Receives VCCS Expanding Opportunities Award

The award recognizes legacy in the arena of workforce development.
