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Virginia Children’s Theatre Announces Traveling Talent Search

For the first time ever, Virginia Children’s Theatre will host a traveling talent search around the Roanoke Valley, casting for the remaining productions in their 2020-2021 Season.
Nathaniel Bishop was named the head of Carilion Clinic's new Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion on February 4.

Bishop to Head Carilion’s New Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Carilion Clinic announces the establishment of their Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and names Nathaniel L. Bishop to serve as its head.
Anthony Swann was named to the Virginia Board of Education on February 5 by Gov. Ralph Northam.

Teacher of the Year Wants to Inspire Others

Anthony Swann, a Franklin County elementary school teacher, has been named the 2021 Virginia Teacher of the Year, and shares his story of overcoming obstacles to inspire others.
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The Root of the Winter Problem

The mixture of turnips and carrots creates a colorful, aromatic, tasty dish for the dark winter months.
Local artist and graphic designer Ana Morales

Roanoke According to … Ana Morales

In this installment, we talked to local artist and graphic designer Ana Morales.
John Hull became the Roanoke Regional Partnership's executive director on Jan. 5.

Hull Lays Out Vision for Roanoke Regional Partnership’s Future

John Hull has been recently named Executive Director of the Roanoke Regional Partnership.
Ryan Anthony Bell has an eight-year-old daughter and a five-year-old son.

New Lecture Series Seeks to Lift Up Black Fathers

A new semi-monthly lecture series from Ryan Bell seeks to empower and encourage black fathers.
Chris and Christina Lee's seven-month-old Boston Terrier puppy Marshall will be competing in Animal Planet's Puppy Bowl this Sunday.

Local Pup Competes in Puppy Bowl

The cutest news you'll see all week: Marshall, family member of Deaf Dogs Rock owners, will compete in Animal Planet's annual Puppy Bowl.
Dr. Todd Peppers teaches in the Department of Public Affairs at Roanoke College.

Local Professor Releases Third Book on Judges, Law Clerks

Dr. Todd Peppers has released “Of Courtiers and Princes: Stories of Lower Court Clerks and Their Judges,” a combination of vignettes that explore the professional and personal lives of clerks and judges.
Southwest Virginia LGBTQ+ History Project members marching in the Roanoke Pride Parade, 2016

Exhibit on Local Bisexual, Lesbian, Transgender Life in ‘90s Debuts

The Southwest Virginia LGBTQ+ History Project at Roanoke College debuted a new online exhibit last month.

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