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VWCC Offers Free Help Sessions for Scholarship Opportunities

Events will be offered in March and April before the May 1 deadline.

Mountain Gateway and VWCC Partner to Expand CDL Training and Close Regional Driver Gap

Mountain Gateway Community College and Virginia Western Community College have formalized a strategic partnership to enhance Commercial Driver’s License instruction and regional workforce readiness.

Celebrate 60 Years of Smith Mountain Lake by Giving Back on Cleanup Day

The community is invited to honor the 60th anniversary of Smith Mountain Lake by rolling up their sleeves and taking part in Take Pride in Smith Mountain Lake Cleanup Day on May 2.

Jennifer Caldwell, Chris Whicker Promoted at Building Specialists Inc.

Jennifer Caldwell has been named Chief Estimator and Chris Whicker was promoted to Project Manager/Estimator of Building Specialists Inc., Construction & Design.

“Buddies” at Bear Theatre Stage on March 13

Home-grown "Buddies" comes to the Bear Theatre stage starting March 13.

Angels of Assisi Launches “Love Large” Adoption Special to Help Big Dogs Find Their Valentine

Beginning Sunday, February 8, Angels of Assisi will host a week-long Love Large adoption event, offering all dogs over 40 pounds for just $25 through February 15.

VWCC Uses Virtual Reality to Help Students Explore Career Paths

VR headsets at Hall Associates Career Center offer opportunities to try out a range of roles.

Acclaimed Organist Peggy Haas Howell Performs in Salem

Peggy Haas Howell, an internationally acclaimed and prizewinning organist, will perform a free solo recital spanning centuries of masterworks at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Salem.

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.

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VWCC Offers Free Help Sessions for Scholarship Opportunities

Events will be offered in March and April before the May 1 deadline.
Mountain Gateway Community College and Virginia Western Community College signed an agreement on Tuesday, Feb. 24, to enhance Commercial Driver’s License instruction and regional workforce readiness. Pictured are (from left): Dr. Ben Worth, Vice President for Academic Affairs with Mountain Gateway (standing); Dr. John Rainone, President of Mountain Gateway (seated); Dr. Laura J. Treanor, President of Virginia Western (seated); and Dr. Elizabeth Wilmer, Vice President of Academic and Workforce Solutions with Virginia Western.

Mountain Gateway and VWCC Partner to Expand CDL Training and Close Regional Driver Gap

Mountain Gateway Community College and Virginia Western Community College have formalized a strategic partnership to enhance Commercial Driver’s License instruction and regional workforce readiness.
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Celebrate 60 Years of Smith Mountain Lake by Giving Back on Cleanup Day

The community is invited to honor the 60th anniversary of Smith Mountain Lake by rolling up their sleeves and taking part in Take Pride in Smith Mountain Lake Cleanup Day on May 2.
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Jennifer Caldwell, Chris Whicker Promoted at Building Specialists Inc.

Jennifer Caldwell has been named Chief Estimator and Chris Whicker was promoted to Project Manager/Estimator of Building Specialists Inc., Construction & Design.
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“Buddies” at Bear Theatre Stage on March 13

Home-grown "Buddies" comes to the Bear Theatre stage starting March 13.
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Angels of Assisi Launches “Love Large” Adoption Special to Help Big Dogs Find Their Valentine

Beginning Sunday, February 8, Angels of Assisi will host a week-long Love Large adoption event, offering all dogs over 40 pounds for just $25 through February 15.
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VWCC Uses Virtual Reality to Help Students Explore Career Paths

VR headsets at Hall Associates Career Center offer opportunities to try out a range of roles.
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Acclaimed Organist Peggy Haas Howell Performs in Salem

Peggy Haas Howell, an internationally acclaimed and prizewinning organist, will perform a free solo recital spanning centuries of masterworks at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Salem.
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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.
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