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The Cobb Collective: Conversations with the Mayor

Mayor Joe may always be on the run, but he embraces slow living in books and conversation.

Finding the Right Flowers for Mother’s Day

As Mother’s Day approaches, local florists are helping Roanokers celebrate with personalized, spring-inspired arrangements designed to make every mom feel special.

Saleeba’s Store of Hope Celebrates Three Years of Keeping Pets and Families Together

Saleeba’s Store of Hope, a pet food pantry operated by Saleeba’s Grocery Store and supported by Angels of Assisi, celebrates its third anniversary on Friday, January 23, 2026.

Buyer Grower Expo Brings Together Regional Farmers, Chefs, and Retailers

Over 75 regional farmers, food producers, distributors, chefs, and retailers gathered last week at The Taubman Museum for the inaugural Buyer Grower Expo.

“Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert” Visits Berglund Center Nov. 20

Celebrate the film’s 40th anniversary and experience the cult classic on the big screen with its iconic soundtrack performed live, accompanied by David Bowie’s legendary vocals.

William Shatner Coming to Berglund Center This April

Set phasers to stun and beam yourself to Berglund Center on April 16 for an unforgettable night with award-winning actor William Shatner.

Bear Theatre presents Beyond Entertainment: When Theatre Makes You Think, January 23-25

Exit, Pursued By A Bear presents its second annual staged reading event, with three plays presented January 23-25.

Free Career Support for Job Seekers in the Roanoke Valley

The Roanoke Higher Education Center’s (RHEC) Career and Workforce Development Center is a “one-stop shop” for career support that assists students in their member institutions, as well as members of the general public.

Crafteria Moves and Rebrands to Woodshed: Appalachian Crafts and Coffee Cafe

Just in time for the holidays, this large year-round craft shop has hundreds of new products from dozens of new craftspeople.

Showtimers Community Theatre Presents Production of “Macbeth”

Showtimers Community Theatre is pleased to present its production of Macbeth by William Shakespeare December 11–21.

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The Cobb Collective: Conversations with the Mayor

Mayor Joe may always be on the run, but he embraces slow living in books and conversation.
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Finding the Right Flowers for Mother’s Day

As Mother’s Day approaches, local florists are helping Roanokers celebrate with personalized, spring-inspired arrangements designed to make every mom feel special.
Saleeba’s Store of Hope, supported by Angels of Assisi, has kept 16,907 dogs and cats fed and at home with their owners.

Saleeba’s Store of Hope Celebrates Three Years of Keeping Pets and Families Together

Saleeba’s Store of Hope, a pet food pantry operated by Saleeba’s Grocery Store and supported by Angels of Assisi, celebrates its third anniversary on Friday, January 23, 2026.
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Buyer Grower Expo Brings Together Regional Farmers, Chefs, and Retailers

Over 75 regional farmers, food producers, distributors, chefs, and retailers gathered last week at The Taubman Museum for the inaugural Buyer Grower Expo.
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“Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert” Visits Berglund Center Nov. 20

Celebrate the film’s 40th anniversary and experience the cult classic on the big screen with its iconic soundtrack performed live, accompanied by David Bowie’s legendary vocals.
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William Shatner Coming to Berglund Center This April

Set phasers to stun and beam yourself to Berglund Center on April 16 for an unforgettable night with award-winning actor William Shatner.
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Bear Theatre presents Beyond Entertainment: When Theatre Makes You Think, January 23-25

Exit, Pursued By A Bear presents its second annual staged reading event, with three plays presented January 23-25.
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Free Career Support for Job Seekers in the Roanoke Valley

The Roanoke Higher Education Center’s (RHEC) Career and Workforce Development Center is a “one-stop shop” for career support that assists students in their member institutions, as well as members of the general public.
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Crafteria Moves and Rebrands to Woodshed: Appalachian Crafts and Coffee Cafe

Just in time for the holidays, this large year-round craft shop has hundreds of new products from dozens of new craftspeople.
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Showtimers Community Theatre Presents Production of “Macbeth”

Showtimers Community Theatre is pleased to present its production of Macbeth by William Shakespeare December 11–21.
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