Richard Wells
In a world where print journalism faces challenges that have eliminated or severely diminished most magazines that were around in 1974, The Roanoker celebrates its 50th in fine form and with a strong eye toward its future.
There are good dogs, loving dogs, locked up behind bars today all around this valley. They need you . . . and maybe you need them too.
The support of readers and advertisers has been the delightful constant through four decades of the magazine.
If you’ve been watching the news, you’ve undoubtedly heard about the roaring success of Roanoke County’s latest venture, the $30 million, taxpayer-funded Green Ridge Splash Park in north county.
Before you go to Zappos.com for new sneakers, consider how local businesses like Fleet Feet Sports are impacting our community for the better.

