COVID-19

Michael and Meilii Halfmann show their photos of previous foreign exchange students they have helped.

Host Families Sought for Foreign Exchange Students

The pandemic has had a negative effect on getting the word out, but the program is still operating.
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The Economics of Mental Health

A Roanoke College professor steps out of her discipline to reach some important conclusions.
The kick-off event for this year’s tour will be an art market at Virginia Mountain Vineyards in Fincastle on August 30 from 1-5 p.m.

Open Studios – Botetourt Plans 10th Anniversary Tour

Local artists celebrate 10 years of Open Studios - Botetourt, a two-day event for members of the public to visit art studios and see their work.
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Free COVID-19 Testing Set in Roanoke Valley

The Roanoke area has scheduled free COVID-19 tests through July at the Salem Civic Center.
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The Home Front: Weird Times

We're in this together, even if we have to stand apart.
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Avoiding Brain Fog with Too Much Screen Time

Is your screen time getting out of control? These tips will help rest your eyes - and maybe even ease your stress.
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Theatre Camps, Classes Are Still On

Mill Mountain Theatre and the Roanoke Children’s Theatre have scheduled their summer camps and classes, though MMT is going virtual.
Dr. Ekta Bansal will head the Carilion effort.

Carilion Part of National COVID-19 Study

Can plasma from a recovered patient be used to help cure one who is suffering from the virus?
Railway platform with green canopies, tracks, and a copper-topped downtown skyscraper under cloudy skies.

City Outlines Recovery Plans

Roanoke has put together a framework for recovery and will establish small business loans.
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Quarantine Dreaming with … Kristin Dunker

We ask Airbnb Superhost and urban microfarmer Kristin Dunker about the Star City spots he can't wait to rediscover once she's out and about.

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The Beaver Dam Sunflower Festival attracts about 20,000 visitors annually — a boon to the local economy.
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Bloom Town

Flower farms are finding new ways to keep our community beautiful.

Recreating a Dreamy Blue Kitchen
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Recreating a Dreamy Blue Kitchen

Inspired by a beloved former home, this Old Southwest renovation layers sky-blue cabinetry, warm metallic accents, and tailored updates into

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Ask the Experts: Homes

Local homes experts tackle your questions on finances, building and remodeling and more.