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Hollins Film Professor Nominated for Emmy Award

Hope of Escape by Amy Gerber-Stroh, Hollins film professor, has been nominated for an Emmy award.
Laura Treanor has been selected for president at Virginia Western Community College.

Laura Treanor Selected for President at Virginia Western Community College

Dr. Laura Treanor will become the fifth president of Virginia Western Community College.
James Vega has been named as the new Executive Director of the Roanoke Diversity Center.

Roanoke Diversity Center Announces James Vega as New Executive Director

The Roanoke Diversity Center (RDC) is proud to announce James Vega as its new Executive Director, effective May 1, 2025.
Virginia Western’s vice president of academic and workforce solutions, Dr. Elizabeth Wilmer, and James Madison University’s interim provost, Dr. Bob Kolvoord, signed an articulation agreement on Monday, May 19, that will result in a seamless transition for students focusing on the field of biotechnology.

Virginia Western Community College and James Madison University Announce Articulation Agreement for Biotechnology Students

Virginia Western Community College and James Madison University signed an articulation agreement on Monday, May 19, that will result in a seamless transition for students focusing on the field of biotechnology.
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Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital’s Expanded Emergency Department Opens

Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital's expanded Emergency Department (ED) opens Tuesday, May 20, at 7 a.m.
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Magician and Comedian Justin Willman Coming to Berglund Center on August 15!

Justin Willman has quickly become one of the most influential magicians of his generation — without ever taking himself too seriously.
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Broadway in Roanoke Announces 2025–26 Season

The 2025/2026 Broadway in Roanoke season brings five sensational shows to the Berglund Center, including the area premieres of HADESTOWN and MRS. DOUBTFIRE.
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Strike a Pose at the House of Expression’s OTA Ball

There is much to see and learn at the House of Expression’s Star City OTA (Open to All) Ball on Friday, May 30th at Cirqulation Studios.
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La De Da Partners with Virginia Museum of Transportation for Third Annual Tattoo Experience on May 17th

La De Da Inc. will team up with the Virginia Museum of Transportation for the 3rd Annual Tattoo Experience, taking place on Saturday, May 17 in downtown Roanoke.
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Nationally Acclaimed Drum Corps Return to Salem for the 2025 Summer Music Games

The 2025 Summer Music Games of Southwest Virginia will take place on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at Salem Stadium in Salem, Virginia.

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