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Angels of Assisi Bow Wow Brunch 2025 Returns August 24

The annual Bow Wow Brunch returns Sunday, Aug. 24, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Big Lick Brewing Company.
Virginia Credit Union and its Member One division will sponsor a mobile outreach program focused on science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) education for elementary school-aged students in the Roanoke Valley.

Virginia Credit Union, Member One Contribute $75,000 to Kids Square Children’s Museum Education Program

Virginia Credit Union and its Member One division will sponsor a mobile outreach program in the Roanoke Valley, with a financial contribution totaling $75,000 over the next five years.
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Hermitage Roanoke Welcomes Michael Davis as Executive Director

Hermitage Roanoke announces the appointment of Michael Davis as its new Executive Director.
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Floyd Yoga Jam: Nexus Celebrates 13 Years of Yoga, Music and Arts

Floyd Yoga Jam celebrates its 13th anniversary with yoga, music, art and more August 28-31 in Willis.
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Hollins University Receives $150,000 Mellon Foundation Grant

The grant will help to advance civic engagement in arts and humanities.
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Botetourt County Unveils New Dual-Use Courts at Buchanan Recreation Park

The ribbon-cutting ceremony is set for August 15th at 6PM.
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Be Part of History: Roanoke College Football is Back

The Roanoke College Maroons are kicking off a new football season.
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New Space for Angels of Assisi Opens

Angels of Assisi is celebrating their new space on Franklin Road.
Anuradha Marwah has been selected as a Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence for the Fall 2025 semester.

Hollins University Welcomes Distinguished Fulbright Scholar-in-Residence for Fall 2025

Anuradha Marwah brings innovative participatory theatre methods and community engagement to campus.
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Downtown Roanoke Sidewalk Sale Returns August 23

Shop local deals, enjoy outdoor shopping and win big at Downtown Roanoke’s annual Sidewalk Sale on August 23. New this year: a fun event passport and two gift basket giveaways!

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The Beaver Dam Sunflower Festival attracts about 20,000 visitors annually — a boon to the local economy.
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Bloom Town

Flower farms are finding new ways to keep our community beautiful.