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Bedford Welcomes New Main Street Mercantile

The HomeGrown Co. has a little something for everyone, and shopping there is a great way to support many of our region’s creators.
Founder Jay Foster: “ … an excellent opportunity to leverage our quarter century of experience in this space to help even more market leaders within the global manufacturing sector.”

25 Years of Making Manufacturing Better

Roanoke-founded Flex-Metrics and SoftSolutions provide the answers manufacturers need to run efficiently, cut costs and provide better products.
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A Caring Coach

Joe Gaither celebrates his incredible history as athlete, coach and good human in his new book.
Sisters Fran Hall, Julie Bursey, Pam Simpkins and Rhonda Galatis of "The Sisters House" in Salem.

Four Sisters Open Salem Business

The Sisters House in Salem showcases a variety of art, decor, second-hand clothing, gourmet items and more, along with space for creative activities.
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Do You Know… Abby Verdillo Hamilton?

The President and CEO of the United Way of Roanoke Valley has a lot of love to give for her community.
VWMLI creates more women leaders in statewide government.

Unique Municipal Leadership Training

Women are learning more about becoming leaders in Virginia government.
Brian Counihan shows off giant paper mache art.

Puppet Krewes, Coming Through!

The Daisy Art Parade will take place on World Art Day on April 15.
Macel Janoschka, Christen Church, Lori Bentley, Amy Geddes at the January 2023 RBA lunch meeting.

A New Era for the Roanoke Bar Association

For the first time in its 98 years of existence, the RBA has an all-female executive committee.
Texas Toast Toad in the Hole

Southern Spoonful: Egg-ceptional!

These spring recipes incorporate one of our favorite everyday ingredients — eggs!
Artist Bryce Cobbs’ sketch will be used as inspiration for the Henrietta Lacks sculpture.

The Mother of Modern Medicine

The recent statue announcement for the late hero has received national attention in every major news outlet and newspaper.

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