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The Salem Red Sox Become the Salem RidgeYaks

The Salem baseball team has a new identity, complete with logos, merch and more.

Botetourt County Launches #BOCOGrateful Campaign During November to “Look for the Helpers”

Botetourt County is encouraging residents to “look for the helpers” in their own neighborhoods.

Blue Cow Ice Cream Co. Opens Second Virginia Beach Scoop Shop

Blue Cow Ice Cream Co. is expanding in Virginia Beach with a new Pungo location in November.

Journey Brings Epic Final Frontier Tour to Berglund Center

Journey will be coming to Berglund Center Coliseum on June 4th, 2026.

Young Artists “Charge into Fire Safety” with Roanoke Fire-EMS

Roanoke Fire-EMS will recognize 13 students for outstanding work in the 21st Annual Fire Prevention Art Contest Awards Ceremony.

Tiny But Mighty: NICU Babies Celebrate Their First Halloween

Carilion Children’s youngest patients are joining in on the Halloween festivities with creative costumes.

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.

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.

Can You Spot a Lie?

Southwest Virginia’s funniest storytellers dare you to try at the 2nd Annual Tellabration! Liars Contest.

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.

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The Salem Red Sox Become the Salem RidgeYaks

The Salem baseball team has a new identity, complete with logos, merch and more.
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Botetourt County Launches #BOCOGrateful Campaign During November to “Look for the Helpers”

Botetourt County is encouraging residents to “look for the helpers” in their own neighborhoods.
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Blue Cow Ice Cream Co. Opens Second Virginia Beach Scoop Shop

Blue Cow Ice Cream Co. is expanding in Virginia Beach with a new Pungo location in November.
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Journey Brings Epic Final Frontier Tour to Berglund Center

Journey will be coming to Berglund Center Coliseum on June 4th, 2026.
The cutest of cupcakes at last year's Roanoke FireEMS Annual Fire Prevention Art Contest Banquet.

Young Artists “Charge into Fire Safety” with Roanoke Fire-EMS

Roanoke Fire-EMS will recognize 13 students for outstanding work in the 21st Annual Fire Prevention Art Contest Awards Ceremony.
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Tiny But Mighty: NICU Babies Celebrate Their First Halloween

Carilion Children’s youngest patients are joining in on the Halloween festivities with creative costumes.
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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.
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