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A Decade of Sunflowers

Beaver Dam Sunflower Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary in Botetourt County.
Agatha, 10 years old, Agatha is very happy, silly, cuddly, and loves attention and people. She is playful, loves walks, is good in the car, she has excellent house manners, is tolerant of cats and small dogs as long as they respect her space. She knows basic commands such as here, sit, wait, outside, no, find your toy, and leave it. Besides being with her people, her favorite thing is fetch with soft squeaky toys. She is such a polite girl.

Grey Muzzle Grant Gives Senior Dogs at Angels of Assisi a Second Chance to Shine

Senior dogs in SWVA are getting a brighter future, thanks to a Grey Muzzle Organization grant awarded to Angels of Assisi to provide lifesaving medical care and loving second chances.

GWRABA Hosts Bourbon & BBQ Fundraiser

The Greater Williamson Road Area Business Association (GWRABA) will host its upcoming Bourbon & BBQ fundraiser on Saturday, September 27.
Brent Watts

Brent Watts Named Director of Communications for Botetourt County

Botetourt County has named longtime WDBJ7 chief meteorologist and journalist Brent Watts as its new director of communications.
Editor Liz Long and Matt Blair discuss "Paper Bag Plan" playing at the Grandin Theatre.

Local Resources for Roanoke’s Disabled Community

"Paper Bag Plan" comes to the Grandin Theatre this fall — and with it, a reminder of the resources available right here in our community.
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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.
Hermitage Roanoke Executive Director Michael Davis

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.

Departments

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On the Rise

The renovations to create new living spaces continue unabated.

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.

Recreating a Dreamy Blue Kitchen
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Recreating a Dreamy Blue Kitchen

Inspired by a beloved former home, this Old Southwest renovation layers sky-blue cabinetry, warm metallic accents, and tailored updates into