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Botetourt County Appoints Kyle Rosner as Director of Economic Development

Botetourt County is pleased to announce the appointment of Kyle Rosner as its new Director of Economic Development.
Engineering students at Roanoke County’s Burton Center for Arts & Technology show part of the class lettuce harvest Oct. 24.

Virginia Western Hydroponics Program Grows High Schoolers’ Skills

A five-week program piloted this fall gives students hands-on experience to see how agriculture and technology can combine in today’s workforce.
Tall tales and outrageous storytelling!

Can You Spot a Lie?

Southwest Virginia’s funniest storytellers dare you to try at the 2nd Annual Tellabration! Liars Contest.
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Halloween Safety Tips and Regional Trunk or Treat Events

Keep the spooky fun safe this Halloween with these local tips and family-friendly Trunk-or-Treat events happening around the Roanoke Valley.
Pictured from left: Sherman Lea Jr.; Nancy Gray and Shaleen Powell, representing the Roanoke Cultural Endowment; Charles Price, recipient of the Individual or Business Arts Supporter Award; Jon Murrill, recipient of the Individual Artist Award; and Joanne Leonhardt Cassullo, recipient of the Horizon Award.

Roanoke College, Hollins University Announce Winners of 40th Annual Kendig Awards

Jon Murrill, Charles Price and the Roanoke Cultural Endowment are this year’s recipients of the Perry F. Kendig Awards.
Beth Macy, an award-winning author, is the keynote speaker for Humanities Week 2025.

Author Beth Macy to Headline Humanities Week Events

Virginia Tech's Humanities Week 2025, headlined by award-winning author Beth Macy, is set for October 27–31.
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On Golden Pond opens at the Roanoke Bear Theatre November 7

Exit, Pursued By A Bear presents On Golden Pond, Ernest Thompson’s 1978 play, running November 7–9 and 14–16.
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Peak Leaf Season Viewing Spots in Virginia’s Blue Ridge

Every season in our region is a good one, but there's something truly special about the fall foliage. Get our suggestions on where to explore the best bursts of color this autumn.
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Virginia Western Announces New Dean of Health Professions

Susan Nolley assumes new role Oct. 10 as current Dean Marty Sullivan prepares to retire.
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Celebrate the Magic of the Season with Vienna Light Orchestra’s Christmas Show at Berglund Center

Berglund Center is thrilled to announce that the world-renowned Vienna Light Orchestra will bring their enchanting Christmas Tour 2025 to Roanoke for one unforgettable day of music and holiday magic.

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