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Built to Last

Branch is shaping the future of our region by supporting and aiding in the development of local communities.

Pure Joy in Pure Barre

Co-lead teacher Melissa Newman brings heart, energy and motivation to every class, making fitness both fun and empowering.

Rewriting the Playbook

Student-athletes are gaining an extra year to enhance their skills, secure scholarships and navigate the pressures of college recruitment.

Mount Regis Sanitorium

Mount Regis, once a tuberculosis sanitorium starting in 1914, became an addiction treatment center before the original building was destroyed by fire in 2016.

I’ll Have What They’re Having!

Baby-led weaning is transforming mealtime, letting babies explore real foods while fostering healthier family habits.

Do You Know… John Fishwick?

In the Roanoke Valley, the name Fishwick opens a lot of doors.

Purr-fect Pairings

The Toebean Cat Café serves as a homey haven for cats in search of their forever homes and humans in need of a pick-me-up.

A Second Chance for Chestnuts

A farm in Stewartsville will become a sanctuary for native trees, including the American Chestnut.

Blue Ridge Hydroponics Partners with Roanoke College

Collaboration between a local business and the school provides hands-on learning for future cannabis entrepreneurs.

Healing Hearts (& Hooves)

At Our Someday Farms, rescued animals and people alike find comfort, care and a sense of belonging.

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Built to Last

Branch is shaping the future of our region by supporting and aiding in the development of local communities.
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Pure Joy in Pure Barre

Co-lead teacher Melissa Newman brings heart, energy and motivation to every class, making fitness both fun and empowering.
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Rewriting the Playbook

Student-athletes are gaining an extra year to enhance their skills, secure scholarships and navigate the pressures of college recruitment.
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Mount Regis Sanitorium

Mount Regis, once a tuberculosis sanitorium starting in 1914, became an addiction treatment center before the original building was destroyed by fire in 2016.
At seven months old, Colette Butto enjoys feeding herself. Colette likes meats over veggies while twin sister Scarlett prefers fruits and vegetables over meats.

I’ll Have What They’re Having!

Baby-led weaning is transforming mealtime, letting babies explore real foods while fostering healthier family habits.
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Do You Know… John Fishwick?

In the Roanoke Valley, the name Fishwick opens a lot of doors.
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Purr-fect Pairings

The Toebean Cat Café serves as a homey haven for cats in search of their forever homes and humans in need of a pick-me-up.
The tubes hold new seedlings.

A Second Chance for Chestnuts

A farm in Stewartsville will become a sanctuary for native trees, including the American Chestnut.
Left to right: Paul Witt, Brynnen Beierle, Jeramy Poe and Sparkles at the store entrance.

Blue Ridge Hydroponics Partners with Roanoke College

Collaboration between a local business and the school provides hands-on learning for future cannabis entrepreneurs.
Our Someday Farms

Healing Hearts (& Hooves)

At Our Someday Farms, rescued animals and people alike find comfort, care and a sense of belonging.
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