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Do You Know… Matt Thompson?

Matt Thompson doubled down and started chasing bigger dreams in spite of his pain.

Reagan in Roanoke

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

The Mentorship of Kurt Rheinheimer

Our editor-in-chief Kurt Rheinheimer celebrates 40 years with our company in 2024, and this magazine would not be what it is today without him.

Iconic Recreations: Ana Morales

As we celebrate our 50th anniversary in 2024, we’ve asked local artists to interpret new creations of past covers. Our inaugural recreation spotlights the incredible talent of our art director, Ana Morales.

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Blindhouse Brewing offers a unique style of craft beer thanks to wild yeast and locally sourced ingredients.

Literary Evolution

The beloved Roanoke Public Library had modest beginnings, continuing to provide a community space after all these years.

The New & Improved at Mill Mountain Zoo

A change in leadership has led to numerous expansions and upgrades over the last few years.

Do You Know… John Garland?

One of Roanoke’s premier re-builders has his eye on community, neighborhood, the old days.

Southern Spoonful: Wake Up Winter with Sunny Citrus

Celebrate citrus fruit season with these bright sunny recipes!

The Midnight Ride of Thomas & Moomaw

Was a Botetourt County farmer responsible for creating Roanoke?

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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.
Editor Liz Long celebrates Kurt Rheinheimer's 40th anniversary at LeisureMedia360.

The Mentorship of Kurt Rheinheimer

Our editor-in-chief Kurt Rheinheimer celebrates 40 years with our company in 2024, and this magazine would not be what it is today without him.
The Roanoker’s Jan/Feb 1976 issue included a look at Roanoke’s top industries, the fortunes of coal miners and Roanoke’s best dressed men.

Iconic Recreations: Ana Morales

As we celebrate our 50th anniversary in 2024, we’ve asked local artists to interpret new creations of past covers. Our inaugural recreation spotlights the incredible talent of our art director, Ana Morales.
Tyler Wert and and Nicole Davidson-Wert opened Blindhouse Brewing in April 2023.

Tap into Flavor

Blindhouse Brewing offers a unique style of craft beer thanks to wild yeast and locally sourced ingredients.
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Literary Evolution

The beloved Roanoke Public Library had modest beginnings, continuing to provide a community space after all these years.
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The New & Improved at Mill Mountain Zoo

A change in leadership has led to numerous expansions and upgrades over the last few years.
John Garland: “There were about two people living downtown. Now we’re well over 2,000.”

Do You Know… John Garland?

One of Roanoke’s premier re-builders has his eye on community, neighborhood, the old days.
Grilled Mediterranean Steak Skewers

Southern Spoonful: Wake Up Winter with Sunny Citrus

Celebrate citrus fruit season with these bright sunny recipes!
The town of Big Lick (Roanoke) in 1881.

The Midnight Ride of Thomas & Moomaw

Was a Botetourt County farmer responsible for creating Roanoke?
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