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Salt Foot Sanctuary – Mineral Soaks and Massage

The new spa at Hotel Roanoke is open for business.
“Bayou Bourbeaux Plantation,” 1940, from the collection of Walter and Sally Rugaber.

Rugaber Photo Collection on Display at Hollins

Walter and Sally Rugaber share photos that will be on display at Hollins University beginning February 20 through April 18.
A ginger cat sits behind a bottle of Bernardus 2014 Pinot Noir and a glass of red wine on a glass table.

Celebrate National Drink Wine Day

Celebrate National Drink Wine Day on February 18, 2019, with these tips for wine enthusiasts.
Acting Out Members Pictured L-R are Peyton Schier, Addison Carmen, Tura Furrow-Scott, Marisa Parikh, Matthew Scott, Paul Laurent, Jonas Tyree and Cate Willis.

MMT Conservatory Students See Script Come to Life

One script was selected by a panel of readers to be produced in a staged reading format by Mill Mountain Theatre Conservatory students on April 12th, 2019
Raw meat in a red dish topped with cilantro, sliced limes, a jalapeño and a yellow bell pepper.

Carne Asada Recipe

Get the recipe for this Mexican grilled marinated flank steak and enjoy every bite.
Hampden Sydney’s team won the 2018 Ethics Bowl.

Ethics Bowl Scheduled at Roanoke College

Roanoke College plays host to the 20th statewide college Ethics Bowl on February 10-11, 2019.
A red mini cocotte of creamy speckled dip surrounded by toasted pita chips on a wooden board.

The Secret Ingredient Is Love

You'll love this Love Dip, perfect for parties or snacking at home!
Creamy mushroom soup in a rustic wooden bowl, topped with olive oil, diced tomato, herbs and greens, with flatbread beside it.

This Soup Is Just Plain Fancy!

This canned mushroom soup gets a twist with additional flavors that are sure to please the palate.
A bearded man in sunglasses and a sparkly jacket flashes peace signs on a stage with a blue star backdrop.

Ringo Starr to Perform at Berglund Center

The acclaimed Beatles drummer will perform at the Berglund Center on August 13.
A pot of bean and vegetable soup simmering, with pinto beans, carrot chunks, celery, and broccoli in broth.

Guinness Beef Stew, A Stout and Comforting Winter Meal

A little history on this flavorful stew, plus the recipe to make for your own chilly winter nights.

Departments

Brushed-steel faucet and gray tile backsplash in a renovation; banner reads "The Roanoker presents Ask the Experts.
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Ask the Experts: Homes

Local homes experts answer all your questions about decor, maintenance, real estate and more.

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.

Painted wood statue holding a teacup, a chandelier-lit dining room, and a wood-paneled sitting room.
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The House on the Hill

Stewardship of the signature structure on the city side of Mill Mountain is in the very conscientious hands of Drs.