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Join Farmers Markets in Celebrating National Farmers Market Week

Visit your local Blue Ridge Region Farmers Market or check out a new one nearby this National Farmers Market Week, August 3-9!

Botetourt County Fair Returns August 1–2 with Family Fun, Agriculture and Local Flavor

Celebrate community, agriculture, and family fun at the free 2025 Botetourt County Fair, happening August 1–2 in Buchanan with live music, livestock shows, contests, local food and more.

Pollinator Promenade: Guided Tours Connect Us to Native Plants and Insects

Discover the vital role of native plants and pollinators during Clean Valley Council’s free, family-friendly Pollinator Promenade, a week of guided nature tours across Roanoke, August 4–8.

Traditional Medicinals Breaks Ground on $47 Million East Coast Manufacturing Facility in Franklin County

A leading botanical wellness company celebrates 50th anniversary milestone with strategic East Coast expansion.

Roanoke College & VWCC Partner on New Biotechnology Degree Program

The bachelor’s degree program, in partnership with Roanoke College and Virginia Western Community College, is designed to support the region’s fast-growing biotech sector as it creates hundreds of new jobs.

Shining Bright in the Star City

Miss Roanoke Valley recently placed first runner-up in the Miss Virginia competition and shares her experience and love of the region with our readers.

Stocked Market’s “Christmas in July” Sale Returns July 25–27

The region’s favorite holiday shopping tradition offers limited-time discounted tickets.

Meet a Weather Consultant: How NRV Businesses Can Use Local Expertise to Stay Ahead of the Storm

For businesses operating in weather-sensitive industries, partnering with a local weather consultant transforms uncertainty into a strategic advantage.

Virginia Western’s Radiation Oncology Program Awarded Continuing Accreditation for 8 Years

The program, which also provides distance learning to Northern Virginia Community College, is unique among community colleges in the state.

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland Brings the Magic on December 16, 2025

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland brings the magic to Berglund Center on December 16, 2025!

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A variety of foods and crafts at the Catawba Valley Farmers Market.

Join Farmers Markets in Celebrating National Farmers Market Week

Visit your local Blue Ridge Region Farmers Market or check out a new one nearby this National Farmers Market Week, August 3-9!
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Botetourt County Fair Returns August 1–2 with Family Fun, Agriculture and Local Flavor

Celebrate community, agriculture, and family fun at the free 2025 Botetourt County Fair, happening August 1–2 in Buchanan with live music, livestock shows, contests, local food and more.
Visit cleanvalley.org/get-involved for more information and to register.

Pollinator Promenade: Guided Tours Connect Us to Native Plants and Insects

Discover the vital role of native plants and pollinators during Clean Valley Council’s free, family-friendly Pollinator Promenade, a week of guided nature tours across Roanoke, August 4–8.
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Traditional Medicinals Breaks Ground on $47 Million East Coast Manufacturing Facility in Franklin County

A leading botanical wellness company celebrates 50th anniversary milestone with strategic East Coast expansion.
Virginia Western President Laura Treanor and Roanoke College President Frank Shushok Jr. celebrate the new agreement.

Roanoke College & VWCC Partner on New Biotechnology Degree Program

The bachelor’s degree program, in partnership with Roanoke College and Virginia Western Community College, is designed to support the region’s fast-growing biotech sector as it creates hundreds of new jobs.
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Shining Bright in the Star City

Miss Roanoke Valley recently placed first runner-up in the Miss Virginia competition and shares her experience and love of the region with our readers.
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Stocked Market’s “Christmas in July” Sale Returns July 25–27

The region’s favorite holiday shopping tradition offers limited-time discounted tickets.
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Meet a Weather Consultant: How NRV Businesses Can Use Local Expertise to Stay Ahead of the Storm

For businesses operating in weather-sensitive industries, partnering with a local weather consultant transforms uncertainty into a strategic advantage.
Virginia Western Radiation Oncology students gain experience using the Virtual Environment Radiotherapy Training (VERT) system, which is used at only 50 educational sites in the United States.

Virginia Western’s Radiation Oncology Program Awarded Continuing Accreditation for 8 Years

The program, which also provides distance learning to Northern Virginia Community College, is unique among community colleges in the state.
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Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland Brings the Magic on December 16, 2025

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland brings the magic to Berglund Center on December 16, 2025!
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