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July/August 2026

July/August 2026

Local Spoken Word Artists Inspire Authenticity at Teen Poetry Camp

Camp leaders Bryan Hancock and Adria Cintron hope to inspire teens to write their own poetry at the Melrose Library’s Teen Speak Poetry Camp this August.

Aug 7, 2023
By: Lindsey Hull

Carilion Clinic Addresses Wellness with Weekly Community Events

Carilion Clinic and Morningside Urban Farm are teaming up to provide community events and fresh produce in neighborhood food deserts.

Aug 7, 2023
By: Lindsey Hull

Local Legend Returns to TV Weather Forecasting

Patrick McKee has joined the WFXR team as their new chief meteorologist.

Aug 4, 2023
By: Sarah Riddell

LEAP Celebrates National Farmers Market Week, Aug. 6-12

Newly expanded West End Farmers Market is offering $5 to kids to purchase fruits and vegetables; Pepper Palooza invites contest-goers to beat the heat!

Aug 3, 2023
By: RKR

War On Books Opens Brick-and-Mortar Location

Earlier this year, the mobile bookstore moved into a permanent space on Campbell Avenue.

Aug 2, 2023
By: Sarah Riddell

Strauss Park Beautification Effort Driven by Roanoke-Area Partners and Neighbors

Over 100 community members made improvements to the Strauss Park neighborhood in Northwest Roanoke during National Roanoke Community Beautification Day.

Aug 1, 2023
By: RKR

Jen Whitcomb Wins Library Award

Jen Whitcomb, children's Senior Library Assistant, was recently awarded Virginia Library Director's Staff Member of the Year award.

Aug 1, 2023
By: Stacey Manganelli

Branch Hosts Second Annual G.I.R.L (Girls in Real Life) Construction Experience

This free event aims to inspire and empower girls aged five to 18 in the world of construction and engineering and fosters a safe, inclusive and non-judgmental space where girls can explore their interests.