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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.
A hand holds a sepia photo of a historic white house on a hill with winding paths, over a modern lawn.

Literary Evolution

The beloved Roanoke Public Library had modest beginnings, continuing to provide a community space after all these years.
A bald eagle with white head and dark brown feathers perches in front of a wire mesh enclosure.

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?
The Martin Luther King Jr. Statue and Bridge is at the end of Henry Street.

Celebrating Black Culture in Roanoke

Here’s a local guide on how to thoughtfully honor Black History Month in February and throughout the year.
A overhead spread on a wooden table of oysters on ice, fish, biscuits in a skillet, steak, and cocktails.

Only the Best Will Do

The River and Rail Restaurant’s varied menu, knowledgeable staff and unconventional drinks are just a few of the many reasons they won a plethora of accolades in our 2024 Dining Awards.

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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

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.