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Southern Trust Offers Proactive Spring Maintenance Tips

Southern Trust Home Services says that investing in practical maintenance prevents costly repairs and downtime

Roa-mantic Roanoke

Whether you're seeking suggestions for your regularly scheduled date night or need ideas for Valentine's Day, we've got you covered.

Scholarships Granted for Virginia Western Machining Students

A $10,000 grant provides scholarships for Virginia Western Machining students.

Kona Koffehouse Brings Hawaiian Fare and Aloha Vibes to Roanoke

At the new café, you can sip imported Kona coffee, snack on spam musubi and feast on Loco Moco.

Friendship Resident Presented with Father’s Medal of Honor

Friendship and U.S. Representative Cline will present a resident with his father's medal of honor.

New Partnership with Brandon Oaks and British Swim School of Roanoke Valley

Brandon Oaks Life Plan Community, Roanoke’s premier retirement community, and British Swim School of the Roanoke Valley have partnered to bring a new and unique experience to local families.

UScellular Kicks Off 16th Annual Black History Month Art Contest

UScellular kicks off their 16th Annual Black History Month Art Contest with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia.

Opera Roanoke Presents Glory Denied

Based on the true story of America’s longest-held prisoner from the Vietnam War.

Roanoke Region Receives Green Light, Funding for 26-Mile Scenic Rail Trail

The Craig Botetourt Scenic Trail is one of five priority trails identified by the General Assembly to receive support.

Virginia Western Educational Foundation Announces New BoD Members

Virginia Western Educational Foundation announced two new members joining its Board of Directors.

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Southern Trust Offers Proactive Spring Maintenance Tips

Southern Trust Home Services says that investing in practical maintenance prevents costly repairs and downtime
Writer Anthony and his partner enjoy date night at the STARcade.

Roa-mantic Roanoke

Whether you're seeking suggestions for your regularly scheduled date night or need ideas for Valentine's Day, we've got you covered.
Cross Yonce received the Gene Haas Scholarship toward his Machining coursework at Virginia Western Community College. The Gene Haas Foundation awarded Virginia Western’s School of Career and Corporate Training a $10,000 grant to fund scholarships for Machining students.

Scholarships Granted for Virginia Western Machining Students

A $10,000 grant provides scholarships for Virginia Western Machining students.
Kona Koffeehouse welcomes guests with its bright and inviting space.

Kona Koffehouse Brings Hawaiian Fare and Aloha Vibes to Roanoke

At the new café, you can sip imported Kona coffee, snack on spam musubi and feast on Loco Moco.
Medal of Honor Recipient Edward G. Wilkin, whose son, Robert Wilkin, will soon be presented with his Medal.

Friendship Resident Presented with Father’s Medal of Honor

Friendship and U.S. Representative Cline will present a resident with his father's medal of honor.
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New Partnership with Brandon Oaks and British Swim School of Roanoke Valley

Brandon Oaks Life Plan Community, Roanoke’s premier retirement community, and British Swim School of the Roanoke Valley have partnered to bring a new and unique experience to local families.
Roanoke Vice Mayor Patricia White-Boyd coaxes a shy 8-year-old winner from Salem, Markeysha Williams, up to the front to be recognized for a Black History Month Art Contest Award for a portrait of Mae Jemison. Markeysha took third place (there were three) final winners in the 15th Annual contest held by UScellular and the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia.

UScellular Kicks Off 16th Annual Black History Month Art Contest

UScellular kicks off their 16th Annual Black History Month Art Contest with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Virginia.
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Opera Roanoke Presents Glory Denied

Based on the true story of America’s longest-held prisoner from the Vietnam War.
Craig Creek Bridge

Roanoke Region Receives Green Light, Funding for 26-Mile Scenic Rail Trail

The Craig Botetourt Scenic Trail is one of five priority trails identified by the General Assembly to receive support.
Katherin A. Elam has joined the Board of Directors of the Virginia Western Community College Educational Foundation.

Virginia Western Educational Foundation Announces New BoD Members

Virginia Western Educational Foundation announced two new members joining its Board of Directors.
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