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Step Into Your Princess Era at Berglund This August

Kiwanis Club of Roanoke Batter Up for the Community

Join us for the largest pancake breakfast in the Roanoke Valley and help support our community!

Botetourt County Fire & EMS New Assistant Chief Announced

The Department of Fire & EMS is excited to announce its first Assistant Chief of Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Health & Safety. Captain Jonathan Rodgers, a member of the department since 2014, has been selected to fulfill this new command staff role within the organization.

Sabrina Rose-Smith ’00 to Serve as 2026 Commencement Speaker for Hollins University

Hollins alumna, trustee, and nationally recognized attorney Sabrina Rose-Smith ’00 will deliver the keynote address at Hollins University’s 184th Commencement ceremony, to be held Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 10 a.m. at the Berglund Center Coliseum in Roanoke, Virginia.

Dr Pepper Park at the Bridges Announces Record-Breaking 2026 Season

Dr Pepper Park at the Bridges has officially unveiled approximately 50% of its 2026 concert and festival season, featuring one of its most dynamic and high-volume lineups to date.

Comedian Leanne Morgan Performs at Berglund Center in August

Angels of Assisi to Host Low-Cost Mobile Pet Health Clinic in Bedford

Angels of Assisi is partnering with the Community Pet Coalition of Bedford to host a low-cost Mobile Pet Health Clinic.

Agripalooza: Where Innovation Meets Tradition Takes Place March 24

The Virginia Small Business Development Center, Greater Roanoke & NRV, in partnership with Ferrum College and Franklin County, will host Agripalooza on National Agriculture Day, March 24.

Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon Returns with Thousands Set To Take On America’s Toughest Road Race

The Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon is back for its 17th year on Apr. 18, and an estimated 3,500 runners from around the nation will take on the toughest road race in America.

Western Virginia Emergency Medical Services Council Recognizes Excellence in EMS

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Princess Concert at Berglund

Step Into Your Princess Era at Berglund This August

Kiwanis Club of Roanoke logo

Kiwanis Club of Roanoke Batter Up for the Community

Join us for the largest pancake breakfast in the Roanoke Valley and help support our community! 
Appointed as the department’s first Assistant Chief of EMS, Health & Safety, Captain Jonathan Rodgers brings more than a decade of service and leadership to this new role.

Botetourt County Fire & EMS New Assistant Chief Announced

The Department of Fire & EMS is excited to announce its first Assistant Chief of Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Health & Safety. Captain Jonathan Rodgers, a member of the department since 2014, has been selected to fulfill this new command staff role within the organization.
Sabrina Rose-Smith ’00

Sabrina Rose-Smith ’00 to Serve as 2026 Commencement Speaker for Hollins University

Hollins alumna, trustee, and nationally recognized attorney Sabrina Rose-Smith ’00 will deliver the keynote address at Hollins University’s 184th Commencement ceremony, to be held Sunday, May 17, 2026, at 10 a.m. at the Berglund Center Coliseum in Roanoke, Virginia.
Dr Pepper Park at the Bridges

Dr Pepper Park at the Bridges Announces Record-Breaking 2026 Season

Dr Pepper Park at the Bridges has officially unveiled approximately 50% of its 2026 concert and festival season, featuring one of its most dynamic and high-volume lineups to date.
Leanne Morgan tour

Comedian Leanne Morgan Performs at Berglund Center in August

Angels of Assisi logo

Angels of Assisi to Host Low-Cost Mobile Pet Health Clinic in Bedford

Angels of Assisi is partnering with the Community Pet Coalition of Bedford to host a low-cost Mobile Pet Health Clinic.
Agripalooza

Agripalooza: Where Innovation Meets Tradition Takes Place March 24

The Virginia Small Business Development Center, Greater Roanoke & NRV, in partnership with Ferrum College and Franklin County, will host Agripalooza on National Agriculture Day, March 24.
Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon

Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon Returns with Thousands Set To Take On America’s Toughest Road Race

The Foot Levelers Blue Ridge Marathon is back for its 17th year on Apr. 18, and an estimated 3,500 runners from around the nation will take on the toughest road race in America.
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Western Virginia Emergency Medical Services Council Recognizes Excellence in EMS

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