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“The downtown Roanoke community has been so welcoming and supportive of my journey,” says Sierra Sallah, owner of Southwest Native.

Southwest Native Goes Brick and Mortar

The jewelry line-turned-modern chic women’s boutique opened its doors in March.
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Then and Now: Lord Botetourt High School

The school has seen a number of expansions and substantial growth over the years.
Fried Okra with Comeback Sauce

Southern Spoonful: The Garden Gifts of Summer

Enjoy your garden’s bounty with these recipes full of summer flavor.
A 1920s aerial of the Virginia Heights/Raleigh Court section shows Shrine Hill.

Strange Days of Roanoke: Shrine Hill

A grand plan by the Shriners in the 1920s would have made Raleigh Court a very different place!
Lenore Weiss wants “to do no harm, to always see the good, to be granted peace with no fear, no anger, no anxiety and to do my greater good.”

Do You Know… Lenore Weiss?

Lenore Weiss finally discovered exactly what she wanted to do with her artistic bent.
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The Home Front: That Summer Feeling

Recapture the joy of summer with some simple house rules and goals, for your kids and yourself.
Quiana Fields, English Teacher, James Breckinridge Middle School (Roanoke City Public Schools)
Platinum Winner, Best Educator

A Work of Heart

Educator Quiana Fields loves her job — and the challenges and rewards that come with it.
Whitney Pugh, FNP-BC, President/Medical Director, Agenacare Housecalls
Platinum Winner, Most Savvy Entrepreneur, Gold Winner, Best Home Health Care

Going Above and Beyond

The urge to provide quality home health care has led to two big awards for Agenacare Housecalls and owner Whitney Pugh.
Jessica Downs, Owner, Gatewood Rose Botanicals
Platinum for New Business You Can’t Wait to Check Out and Best Thing to Happen in Roanoke, 2021; Gold for Best Hidden Gem

You Grow, Girl

Plant lovers find belonging and fun at Gatewood Rose Botanicals thanks to its offerings, events and more from this plant-tastic local business.
Blue Ridge Axe Throwing
Platinum Winner, Favorite Spot for a Day Date and Best Date Night Gold Winner, Best Local Attraction

“Sticking” the Win

Blue Ridge Axe Throwing offers smiles for all, whether you’re a seasoned thrower or new to the game.

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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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On the Rise

The renovations to create new living spaces continue unabated.

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Living with Kid Art

Get great tips on how to display your kids’ artwork at home.

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