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Our Guide to Festivals in Virginia’s Blue Ridge

Celebrating Spring in Virginia’s Blue Ridge

Strength in Sisterhood

From mentorship to mutual aid, local women’s organizations are creating spaces where connection leads to opportunity and change.

Powerful Trailblazers

Women across Southwest Virginia are expanding outdoor access, building community, and reshaping who feels welcome on the region’s trails, rivers, and greenways.

“Miss Mary”

Mary Garber, the South’s first full-time female sportswriter, forged a pioneering career from Hollins College to decades on the sports page, opening doors for generations of women in journalism.

Maximum Impact

The Roanoke Women’s Foundation has transformed the community by helping fund local nonprofits and awarding millions in grants that support arts, education, health, and human services.

A Steady Source of Light

Reverend Dr. Amy Christine Hodge leads by example, and that example, she believes, is divinely inspired.

Nominations Now Open for the 18 Under 18 Class of 2026

Nominations are now open for the Junior Achievement of Southwest Virginia 18 Under 18 Class of 2026!

Why the Next Generation is Betting on Roanoke

A look at how Gen Z, affordability and opportunity are fueling Roanoke’s biggest wave of growth in a decade.

The Neighborhoods that Shape Roanoke’s Character

A guide to the Roanoke’s diverse neighborhoods, where history, lifestyle and outdoor access shape the way residents live, work and play.

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Our Guide to Festivals in Virginia’s Blue Ridge

Head to the greenway for a refreshing spring walk or run.

Celebrating Spring in Virginia’s Blue Ridge

Strength in Sisterhood

Strength in Sisterhood

From mentorship to mutual aid, local women’s organizations are creating spaces where connection leads to opportunity and change.
Alex Siple, executive director of The Wild Way.

Powerful Trailblazers

Women across Southwest Virginia are expanding outdoor access, building community, and reshaping who feels welcome on the region’s trails, rivers, and greenways.
Mary Garber featured in the The Spinster 1938 Hollins College (now University) yearbook.

“Miss Mary”

Mary Garber, the South’s first full-time female sportswriter, forged a pioneering career from Hollins College to decades on the sports page, opening doors for generations of women in journalism.
maximum impact

Maximum Impact

The Roanoke Women’s Foundation has transformed the community by helping fund local nonprofits and awarding millions in grants that support arts, education, health, and human services.
Reverend Dr. Amy Christine Hodge

A Steady Source of Light

Reverend Dr. Amy Christine Hodge leads by example, and that example, she believes, is divinely inspired.
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Nominations Now Open for the 18 Under 18 Class of 2026

Nominations are now open for the Junior Achievement of Southwest Virginia 18 Under 18 Class of 2026!
With plenty of spots to work and play (and float), it’s no wonder so many people are eager to become locals!

Why the Next Generation is Betting on Roanoke

A look at how Gen Z, affordability and opportunity are fueling Roanoke’s biggest wave of growth in a decade.
No matter what stage of life you’re in, you’ll find the perfect neighborhood to call home.

The Neighborhoods that Shape Roanoke’s Character

A guide to the Roanoke’s diverse neighborhoods, where history, lifestyle and outdoor access shape the way residents live, work and play.
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Ask the Experts: Homes

Local homes experts tackle your questions on finances, building and remodeling and more.

September 1, 2025
Recreating a Dreamy Blue Kitchen
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Recreating a Dreamy Blue Kitchen

Inspired by a beloved former home, this Old Southwest renovation layers sky-blue cabinetry, warm metallic accents, and tailored updates into

April 23, 2026