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A black-and-white tuxedo cat with bright yellow eyes gazes upward, with a Roanoke Valley SPCA logo in the corner.

RVSPCA Furry Friday: Oscar

Meet Oscar, a handsome tuxedo cat who loves to play and purr. Meet him at the RVSPCA today!
A brindle and white puppy with a pink collar tilts its head, with the Roanoke Valley SPCA logo in the corner.

RVSPCA Furry Friday: Walnut

Walnut is a joyful hound mix looking for a friend to walk (or run) through life on the sunny side of the street. She is very friendly and active, and would make a wonderful companion for outdoor enthusiasts.
The final product

The Lazy Baker: Strawberry Icebox No Bake Cake

As summer approaches, my taste buds begin to crave lighter meals and brighter flavors. I'm all for rich desserts, too, but luckily I've found a no bake "cake" that's both tasty and easy on your waistline.
A stack of golden pancakes topped with whipped cream and blueberries on a floral-rimmed plate.

The Wannabe Chef: Blueberry Cheesecake Pancakes

Jessica got a surprise on Mother's Day when her husband made from-scratch blueberry cheesecake pancakes. Learn to make them for your household every weekend with our recipe!
A baseball player in a navy jersey and batting helmet, both with red S logos, looks down on a green field.

Salem Sox Insider: Sox Split Weekend Series

The 18-2 POUNDING Salem put on the Carolina Mudcats was the largest margin of victory to ever occur inside the gates of Salem Memorial Ballpark.
Close-up of a brown tabby cat with gold eyes against purple feathers, with a Roanoke Valley SPCA logo.

RVSPCA Furry Friday: Jellybean

Jellybean has the heart of an explorer! With loads of curiosity and self-confidence, this 1 year old tabby is always ready for an adventure.
Ham Biscuits

The Wannabe Chef: Ham Biscuits

I love biscuits of any kind. And of course, ham. The following recipe is great for parties, family gatherings or even just a weeknight dinner.
A pitcher in a white home uniform with red "S" lettering delivers a pitch from the mound, with an infielder behind him.

Salem Sox Insider: Cinco de Walk Off; Sox Prevail 2-1

(Let it be known, every time I write a potential headline and get a jump on my soon-to-be story, the opposite of what I’ve written ALWAYS happens.)
A white dog with brown spots and a brown head lies on a concrete floor, tongue out, wearing a teal collar.

RVSPCA Furry Friday: Jenny

Jenny is a gorgeous pointer mix who is full of enthusiasm for life. She is treat motivated and loves to play ball. Perhaps with a little training, she could be a Flyball superstar!
A baseball player in a navy jersey and white pants leaps to catch a ball, with fans watching from the stands.

Salem Sox Insider: Benches Clear; Sox Secure Late Night Win

With rain plaguing our Monday in the Roanoke Valley, there was over an hour’s worth of a rain-delay for the Red Sox game and though the game went through the 11 o’clock hour, Salem prevailed victorious; 11-8.

Departments

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

Bloom Town

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

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On the Rise

The renovations to create new living spaces continue unabated.