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Pat Wilhelms

Wilhelms Turns to Directing at RCT

Roanoke Children's Theatre founder Pat Wilhelms hands the artistic director spot over to Brett Roden as she becomes the company's resident stage director.
Flyer for Indecent Histories with authors Ibram X. Kendi and Justin Phillip Reed, Aug. 29 at Melrose Branch Library.

National Book Award Winners to Speak at New Melrose Branch Library

Join National Book Award-winning authors Ibram X. Kendi and Justin Phillip Reed for a conversation on discrimination, inequity, identity and community on August 29.
A grilled Cuban sandwich cut in half on a red plate with potato chips, pickles and dill sprigs.

The Cubano: A Perfect Summer Sandwich

Celebrate National Mustard Day with these delicious sandwich (perfect for summer, or any other time of year).
Cyclists in helmets ride down a downtown street lined with brick buildings and American flags.

Le Tour de Roanoke Rides Again

Want a perfect way to bike the city and sample local restaurants? Try a Le Tour de Roanoke, hosted by PLAY Roanoke.
County resident Landon Smith addresses the Board of Supervisors about the 419 Town Center.

County Approves 419 Town Center

A major leap by the Roanoke County Board of Supervisors recently took place toward creating an urban corridor in the Tanglewood Mall area.
Roanoke College

Virginia Private College Week

Twenty-three participating institutions in the Virginia Private College Week are hosting sessions to prospective students this week, July 22 through July 27.
Owner of Storied Goods Martha Bourlakas (right) and her daughter Sarah (left)

Sweeten Up Your Summer with Storied Goods

Storied Goods Sugar Cubes are the perfect mix for your mocktail (or cocktail) as summer winds down.
Two bowls of whole wheat pasta salad with celery and red pepper, beside jars of mayonnaise, relish and seasoning on a cutting board.

Lemon Dill Macaroni Salad: A Brisk Departure

A fresh jar of lemon-dill aioli turns your everyday macaroni salad into something a little extra special.
Café To-Go trailer with painted bench, apple crate, and sponsor logos, a man standing beside it.

A Hot But Successful SWVA Food Truck Festival

Not even the heat wave could keep enthusiasts from enjoying this unique food festival.
CEO Lee Clark and CDO Tracy Altizer at 2nd Helpings with Ingrid, a beloved volunteer.

25 Years of Rescue Mission’s Way Forward Program

On July 27, the Rescue Mission and its supporters will celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Way Forward at the Berglund Center.

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Four-panel collage of downtown apartment interiors: unfinished room, empty living room, bathroom, and white kitchen.
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On the Rise

The renovations to create new living spaces continue unabated.

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