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Championing Community Empowerment

The President and CEO of United Way of Roanoke Valley has a heart for service, earning her the title of “Best Community Builder of the Year.”
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Roanoke Courthouse

Follow Roanoke’s legal journey from Rorer Hall in 1878 to the present Oliver W. Hill Justice Center, capturing key architectural shifts and historical landmarks.
Latinas Network group

A Compelling Mission

Local Latinas break down stereotypes and amplify their voices while empowering leaders to have a seat at the table.
Dave Tate, director of development, Habitat for Humanity in the Roanoke Valley.

Helping Others Up

National Volunteer Week is April 21-27, and the perfect time to give back to the community in big ways, including at Habitat for Humanity.
Harris’ newest local history volume releases on May 6.

Local Historian Chronicles the ’50s in New Book

From entertainment and arts to business and politics, Nelson Harris gives readers the scoop on this “celebratory and cautionary” decade.
Country folk artist Colby T. Helms

Boones Mill Singer-Songwriter Debuts First Album

Colby T. Helms presents listeners with a glimpse of Southwest Virginia culture and the landscape he calls home.
The Roanoker's spring 1979 cover features all the pampering your pet could imagine for the era.

Iconic Recreations: Sarah K. Parcell

Our 50th anniversary celebrations continue with artist spotlights as they recreate iconic past covers. This issue showcases the incredibly talented Sarah K. Parcell.
Everything Bagel Smoked Salmon Spread

Southern Spoonful: Springtime is Brunch Time!

Is there anything better than a delicious brunch with friends and family?
Matt Thompson

Do You Know… Matt Thompson?

Matt Thompson doubled down and started chasing bigger dreams in spite of his pain.
Future President Ronald Reagan meets with  station manager John Harkrader (second from right) and others at the studios of WDBJ TV.

Reagan in Roanoke

In 1957, General Electric brought the future President to the Roanoke Valley.

Departments

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The House on the Hill

Stewardship of the signature structure on the city side of Mill Mountain is in the very conscientious hands of Drs.

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Ask the Experts: Homes

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