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Hamilton with her dog, Nala, who accompanies her to work.

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.
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Do You Know… Amanda Forrester?

This former business owner has big plans for the area and herself.
Greg Trafidlo at the Third Street Coffee House.

Do You Know… Greg Trafidlo?

A songwriter, performer and major player in folk music, Greg Trafidlo has lived it fully.
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.
Ahoo Salem

Do You Know… Ahoo Salem?

This global citizen serves Roanoke’s newest Americans.
Tim Lewis

Do You Know… Tim Lewis?

Tim Lewis spends his days chasing sunrises and sunsets–literally.
Maureen McGonagle

Do You Know … Maureen McGonagle?

Mo McGonagle’s values include providing good food to all areas of the community.
Genya Kalinina

Do You Know…Genya Kalinina?

The @bestofroanoke Instagrammer creates community offline, too.
Cheryl Mosley

Do You Know…Cheryl Mosley?

Get to know Cheryl Mosley, director of Feeding Southwest Virginia's Community Solutions Center, and her love of connecting communities.

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