Maximum Impact
The Roanoke Women’s Foundation has transformed the community by helping fund local nonprofits and awarding millions in grants that support arts, education, health, and human services.
A Steady Source of Light
Reverend Dr. Amy Christine Hodge leads by example, and that example, she believes, is divinely inspired.
Then and Now: A Downtown Original
For almost a century, this Roanoke structure has evolved from warehouse to headquarters while remaining a constant along I-581.
Birria and Beyond
Birrieria La Vaca’s brick-and-mortar dishes out fan-favorite tacos and homemade desserts.
The Art of the Cigar
From rare cigars to curated pairings, Bison Head Cigar & Lounge connects aficionados and newcomers alike in a welcoming lounge.
The Cost of Uncertainty
Federal funding disruptions hit local nonprofits.
Turning Up the Heat
Fermented Fire’s new shop, Hot Stuff, brings small-batch sauces, local makers, and deep community roots to Roanoke’s West End.
Stone Age Family
The Franciscos of Roanoke County have built generations of masterful stone works that have become their family’s signature.
Colonial Outside, Parisian Inside
A Southwest Roanoke home blends Parisian polish with modern geometry, bold stone, and personal history to create a home designed purely for joy.
Do You Know…Judy Jenks?
She’s not only a nurse practitioner, but also writes, teaches, farms, and so much more.