Editor’s Note

Editors Note Nov/Dec 2026

Editor’s Note: November/December 2026

I’ve had the privilege of contributing to The Roanoker for the past six years, telling stories about the people, places, and organizations that make this region distinctive.

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Local homes experts answer all your questions about decor, maintenance, remodeling and more.

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

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.