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Travis Overstreet

Do You Know… Travis Overstreet?

Travis Overstreet II plans adventure trips for veterans, tossing them a lifeline to Mother Nature.
Mrs. Woo (seated, front left) and the Woos’ five children (front row) with the Chinese Sunday School class at Trinity Methodist Church, Roanoke, in 1926

Mr. Woo and the Celestial Palace

A century ago Roanoke’s first Chinese restaurant opened, but more remarkable was the man who opened it.
Nicole Pullen Ross is the highest-ranking Black executive in Goldman’s wealth management division.

Breaking Barriers

From her roots in Roanoke to becoming a trailblazer at Goldman Sachs, Nicole Pullen Ross embodies perseverance, innovation and visionary leadership in the financial industry.
Preston House, home of GLOW Healing Arts

Heart-Centered Healing

The oldest home in Salem now houses New Age business GLOW Healing Arts.
Jamie Brackenrich strives to help her patients reach headache freedom.

Treatment with Intention

Align Neurology provides personalized, integrative care for patients seeking relief from headaches.
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Belmont Elementary

The former elementary school has a new identity in Fallon Park Elementary School.
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Iconic Re-Creation: Bryce Cobbs

This issue’s iconic cover re-creation is thanks to Bryce Cobbs, an award-winning local artist portraying his love of our region through his unique perspective.
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Your Star City Hero of the Year

This year’s new category introduced us to many amazing locals doing good for our region, but your overwhelming support of Anita Price made her a platinum winner.
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Hello, Roanoke!

Our readers showered local social media sensation Genya Kalinina with all the love in this year’s Best of Roanoke poll, awarding her three platinum titles.
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J.J. Newberry Co.

Who remembers this once-iconic storefront?

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Living with Kid Art

Get great tips on how to display your kids’ artwork at home.

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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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