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Stone Age Family

The Franciscos of Roanoke County have built generations of masterful stone works that have become their family’s signature.

Do You Know…Judy Jenks?

She’s not only a nurse practitioner, but also writes, teaches, farms, and so much more.

Then and Now: Roanoker Motor Lodge

In the 1950s, the Roanoker Motor Lodge was a popular Williamson Road motel.

A Homecoming and a New Chapter

The Roanoker welcomes our new publisher, who has significant roots in our community.

To 14 Years of Mentorship

This editor would not be where she is today without another editor’s steady guidance.

Clown Owns Up, Goes Home

The 42-year editor in chief of this magazine says goodbye.

Strange Days of Roanoke: The Man Who Launched a Movement

At only 9 years old, Julian Stanley Wise watched two men drown in the Roanoke River, a scene he never forgot.

Do You Know… Gary Larrowe?

Larrowe celebrates 10 years as county administrator for Botetourt County.

Southern Spoonful: Get Cozy

The perfect fireside supper should always include garlic bread and a winter cocktail.

Hitting a High Note

Performing with Pharrell Williams’ Voices of Fire, this couple found themselves at both the Vatican and the World Series.

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Kelly Francisco, his dad, and brothers at a work site.

Stone Age Family

The Franciscos of Roanoke County have built generations of masterful stone works that have become their family’s signature.
Judy Jenks: “I haven’t stopped since I was 6.”

Do You Know…Judy Jenks?

She’s not only a nurse practitioner, but also writes, teaches, farms, and so much more.
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Then and Now: Roanoker Motor Lodge

In the 1950s, the Roanoker Motor Lodge was a popular Williamson Road motel.
Randy Thompson, Publisher, Vista Media Inc.

A Homecoming and a New Chapter

The Roanoker welcomes our new publisher, who has significant roots in our community.
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To 14 Years of Mentorship

This editor would not be where she is today without another editor’s steady guidance.
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Clown Owns Up, Goes Home

The 42-year editor in chief of this magazine says goodbye.
Circa 1930 image shows the original members of the Roanoke Life Saving and First Aid Crew.

Strange Days of Roanoke: The Man Who Launched a Movement

At only 9 years old, Julian Stanley Wise watched two men drown in the Roanoke River, a scene he never forgot.
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Do You Know… Gary Larrowe?

Larrowe celebrates 10 years as county administrator for Botetourt County.
Italian Drunken Noodles

Southern Spoonful: Get Cozy

The perfect fireside supper should always include garlic bread and a winter cocktail.
The Hash's gospel choir, Voices of Fire, celebrate their performance at the opening night of the 2025 World Series.

Hitting a High Note

Performing with Pharrell Williams’ Voices of Fire, this couple found themselves at both the Vatican and the World Series.
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