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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.
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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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Simple Delights in Every Sip

Sweet Donkey’s cozy ambiance and outrageously good cups of joe inspire visitors to kick back and connect.
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Top Chef & Timeless Hospitality

The talented executive chef of the Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center has left quite the impression on his community, and so has the fine dining establishment where he honed his craft.
Roanoke, The City with A Star

Gainsboro Illustrated

Historic Gainsboro comes to life through David Ramey, Sr.’s artistic vision, now showcased at The Harrison Museum of African American Culture and the Taubman Museum of Art.
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A Little Something for Everyone

From the plentiful menu offerings to the inviting atmosphere, Treehouse Tavern strives to make all guests feel right at home.
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Local Look: Take the Scenic Route

The Blue Ridge Parkway provides the perfect opportunity to get outside and admire our regional views.
Armistead Lemon is pictured with her husband, Calvin Stewart, and two sons during her investiture as the ninth head of North Cross School in fall 2022. She’s the first woman to lead the school.

Do You Know… Armistead Lemon?

The head of school at North Cross School can’t wait to dig deeper into her role in educating students and connecting with the community.
“Willie” was typical of the brightly-colored exhibit spaces used in the original design of the zoo on Mill Mountain.

Let’s Do a Zoo!

One man, a civic club and a bold idea changed Mill Mountain forever.
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General Electric Co.

The Roanoke location was once heralded as the third-largest industry in the Roanoke Valley.

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Ask the Experts: Homes

Local homes experts answer all your questions about decor, maintenance, real estate and more.

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.