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Mr. Woo and the Celestial Palace

A century ago Roanoke’s first Chinese restaurant opened, but more remarkable was the man who opened it.

Belmont Elementary

The former elementary school has a new identity in Fallon Park Elementary School.

J.J. Newberry Co.

Who remembers this once-iconic storefront?

A Beacon on Mill Mountain

Before the Roanoke Star, there was another lighted structure that captured Roanoke’s attention and imagination.

Roanoke Courthouse

Follow Roanoke’s legal journey from Rorer Hall in 1878 to the present Oliver W. Hill Justice Center, capturing key architectural shifts and historical landmarks.

Breckinridge Mill

This historic location is considered one of the oldest grist mills in the region.

Roanoke Catholic School

As part of Roanoke’s iconic skyline, Roanoke Catholic has seen its fair share of changes and updates.

Tinnell’s Finer Foods

The well-known grocery spot was a main staple in the Crystal Spring neighborhood.

Sears Town

Roanoke was once home to the largest Sears store in the American South.

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Mrs. Woo (seated, front left) and the Woos’ five children (front row) with the Chinese Sunday School class at Trinity Methodist Church, Roanoke, in 1926

Mr. Woo and the Celestial Palace

A century ago Roanoke’s first Chinese restaurant opened, but more remarkable was the man who opened it.
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Belmont Elementary

The former elementary school has a new identity in Fallon Park Elementary School.
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J.J. Newberry Co.

Who remembers this once-iconic storefront?
The second observation tower on Mill Mountain stood from 1914 until 1936.

A Beacon on Mill Mountain

Before the Roanoke Star, there was another lighted structure that captured Roanoke’s attention and imagination.
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Roanoke Courthouse

Follow Roanoke’s legal journey from Rorer Hall in 1878 to the present Oliver W. Hill Justice Center, capturing key architectural shifts and historical landmarks.
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Breckinridge Mill

This historic location is considered one of the oldest grist mills in the region.
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Roanoke Catholic School

As part of Roanoke’s iconic skyline, Roanoke Catholic has seen its fair share of changes and updates.
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Tinnell’s Finer Foods

The well-known grocery spot was a main staple in the Crystal Spring neighborhood.
Sears Town the weekend prior to its grand opening in 1957.

Sears Town

Roanoke was once home to the largest Sears store in the American South.
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Small Business Savvy

Entrepreneurs share their best tips for those looking to build or expand their dream businesses.
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