Georgianne Vecellio

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Coffee Culture

Roanoke Valley coffee aficionados are brewing up big flavors.
Katrina Hill

Do You Know… Katrina Hill?

The Community School director, once a middle school teacher, now leads with a commitment to progressive, student-centered learning.
Glenvar Girls Varsity Soccer Coach Kyleigh Drew and Assistant Coach Brooke Layman before a pre-season scrimmage

Do You Know… Kyleigh Drew?

The former standout player from Salem now coaches Glenvar High to state championships while instilling family, discipline and dedication.
Damon Company Vice President Laven Newsom launched Shrewd Outdoors (see more on Newsom on page 31 of our Jan/Feb 2025 issue).

Shrewd Outdoors Hits the Mark

Salem’s latest entertainment venue offers a unique blend of archery, outdoor gear and a welcoming café and sports bar—all in one dynamic space.
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Spread Joy with Local Gifts

Make the season bright with personalized gifts that bring joy.
A Kitty City resident in front of one of the custom-made “businesses” in the café.

Purr-veyors of Joy: Kitty City Café Pounces into Roanoke

LS Ackerman opens Kitty City Cat Café at Blue Ridge Indie Market, providing a cozy space for relaxation and cat adoptions in partnership with Angels of Assisi.
Bread Craft’s Art-O-Mat machine has twenty two slots, one for each artist represented.

Art-o-Mat Features Art-Filled Vending Machine

Bread Craft's Art-o-Mat vending machine turns cigarette dispensers into mini art galleries, featuring unique creations from local and national artists.
Bedford native Laurel Gillette taught herself the art of stained glass creations.

Stained Glass Beauties

Machine Creek Studios opens in downtown Roanoke.
Dave Tate, director of development, Habitat for Humanity in the Roanoke Valley.

Helping Others Up

National Volunteer Week is April 21-27, and the perfect time to give back to the community in big ways, including at Habitat for Humanity.
Michelle Narramore, founder and organizer of the Roanoke chapter of Silent Book Club.

Catch Up on Reading with Silent Book Club

Readers can now join in on a book club to read what they love and make new friends, thanks to the new Roanoke chapter of Silent Book Club.

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