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Allison Dooley received the Chancellor’s Award for Student Services Excellence.

Two VWCC Members Receive New Horizons Awards

Joanie Bryant and Allison Dooley were honored for excellence with statewide New Horizons awards.
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Roanoke Foodshed Network Presents Reclaiming Our Roots

The Roanoke Foodshed Network and partners invite you to join their Reclaiming Our Roots: America’s Native Food Trail in Virginia An Arts Connect the Food System event.
Memorial artist Sandy Williams IV observes the latest installation work.

Roanoke College Dedicates “Authors and Architects” Memorial to Enslaved Laborers

Years of research and collaboration have contributed to a memorial sculpture that recognizes and honors the role of enslaved laborers at Roanoke College, and the college will dedicate the memorial during a campus ceremony on April 4.
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BACE Credential Helps Virginia Western Biotechnology Students Show Readiness for Employment

The BACE credential certifies students' overall proficiency in bioscience skills and knowledge necessary for entry-level technician positions.
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Blue Cow Ice Cream Co. Will Open Second Virginia Beach Location

Blue Cow Ice Cream Co. is proud to announce it will be operating a second Virginia Beach area scoop shop in the Pungo area.
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Sounds of the Mountains Festival Returns

The 24th annual festival gathers nationally celebrated storytellers, live music and community on April 25-26 at Camp Bethel.
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A New Hub for Creativity and Innovation

MAKE Roanoke, a nonprofit makerspace, empowers local creators with tools, classes and a thriving community.
Elaine and Bruce Ingram celebrating their 47th anniversary at Six and Sky Rooftop Grille.

Celebrating Our 47th Anniversary in Roanoke

Writer Bruce Ingram and his wife Elaine celebrate their 47th anniversary in Roanoke with breakfast, dinner with a view and a show at Mill Mountain Theatre.
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Breakthrough T1D Walk at Salem Memorial Ballpark in April

The Greater Blue Ridge walk will be held on Sunday, April 27, 2025 at the Salem Memorial Baseball Stadium.
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Sip, Savor and Support LASRV at 4th Annual Tea for Justice

Are you interested in walking alongside LASRV as a champion of justice in support of the rights of tenants and domestic violence survivors? We would love to host you at our upcoming Tea for Justice!

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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.

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The House on the Hill

Stewardship of the signature structure on the city side of Mill Mountain is in the very conscientious hands of Drs.